Now Hiring - Donor Development Lead

The Donor Development Lead will create and implement a fundraising plan to help Gem City Kitties (GCK) grow as a new non-profit in the Dayton area. As a small organization, the Donor Development Lead will report directly to the GCK Board of Directors and work closely with the Gem City Catfe staff for coordination. Gem City Kitties is looking for someone that enjoys building programs and working collaboratively with a team to find unique solutions. 

SCHEDULE + PAY: $10/hour with ability to set schedule as preferred. Will require occasional nights and weekends for certain events. This position will start part-time but have the option to grow to full-time if desired and financially viable.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and execute GCK annual fundraising plan
• Secure financial support from individuals, foundations, and corporations
• Implement a donor management system
• Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with major donors or sponsors
• Seek grants including researching, writing, submitting, and providing follow up data
• Coordinate with Gem City Catfe Events Manager to host special events
• Develop and track proposals for all foundation and corporate fundraising
• Create and execute a strategy for a large sustained base of annual individual donors
• Cultivate relationships with all donors, ensuring they feel valued and appreciated
• Make public appearances and accept speaking engagements to share information with the community

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be 21+ and have a valid driver’s license with safe driving record and reliable transportation
• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Bachelor or Master degrees a plus
• 3+ years preferred in either donor development, fundraising, sales, customer acquisition, or any other related field
• Must have deep concern and empathy for animals
• Must be able to pass a background check
• Tetanus inoculation and rabies (pre-exposure) inoculations highly encouraged
• Work is performed in a shelter, office, and outdoor environment
• Bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, lifting 20 lb items, and use of stairs required while performing job function especially for events
• Exposure to cleaning agents, allergens, and zoonotic disease
• Subject to work occasional weekends and holidays and outside in a variety of weather for events
• Subject to exposure of animal bites and scratches
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office – specifically Word and Excel
• Proficiency in G-Suite – specifically Gmail, Google Drive

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be highly organized and able to use consistent systems to maintain order.
• Exceptional work ethic with excellent interpersonal and planning skills. Ability to exercise independent judgment as appropriate and to work independently with little direct supervision.
• Manages time efficiently and prioritizes work extremely well. Able to meet deadlines with high quality work.
• Demonstrates exemplary communication skills, including writing and editing skills and the ability to express thoughts orally in a clear manner. Will be required to communicate effectively with the public, business owners, Gem City Catfé staff, and vendors. Must be able to work with various personalities, ethnicities, social and age groups, and maintain tact and professionalism at all times.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information.

 
CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Develops continuously - Continuously seek opportunities to improve self and others. Leads with trust, honesty, and commitment to hire, coach, and develop partners to achieve their potential.
• Acts thoughtfully - Takes personal responsibility to do the right thing and persists in times of challenge or uncertainty. Adapts quickly to change and makes timely, thoughtful decisions.
• Works well with others - Listens and communicates well with others within and outside of both GCK and Gem City Catfe. Creates a team environment that is positive and productive.
• Values our supporters – Appreciates our supporters; seeks to understand what the supporters, donors, and sponsors want and how to best deliver the experience.
• Achieves results - Understands what drives overall organizational success and is accountable to prioritize and deliver quality results. Demonstrates knowledge of core products and processes to get results. Anticipates obstacles and takes action to prevent or minimize their impact.

HOW TO APPLY:
Email PDF copy of resume and cover letter to admin@gemcitykitties.org before Monday, August 12th. 

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