Reports to:Senior Director of Marketing & Development
FLSA Status: Full Time Exempt
Description
Special Olympics Delaware (SODE) seeks an enthusiastic Director of Development to join its growing Marketing & Development team. The Director of Development will be responsible for acquiring, cultivating, and engaging sponsors, donors, and corporate partners tied to fundraising events and initiatives. This individual will also be responsible for the development and execution of special event fundraisers that fuel the mission of Special Olympics.
Major Responsibilities
Identify, develop, solicit, and cultivate new and existing sponsors, donors, and corporate partners affiliated with fundraising events and initiatives which benefit SODE
Provide ongoing stewardship to sponsors in a timely manner, including but not limited to, awareness of upcoming events, potential involvement as volunteers, and/or participation in a fundraising event
Ensure sponsorship fulfillment is met based upon established agreements and practices
Represent SODE in the corporate and philanthropic communities of Delaware to generate opportunities to further connect business and community leaders with SODE’s mission
Oversee the development and execution of special event fundraisers
Coordinate event logistics, including registration and attendee tracking, with an emphasis on increasing retention and decreasing attrition, strengthening the SODE brand, and expanding SODE’s profile and reach into new constituent groups
In collaboration with the Marketing & Development team, help create and oversee the design of event communications, invitations and promotional materials on all marketing platforms to include social media
Working closely with the Director of Volunteers, recruit, train, and manage volunteers to assist in the execution of special events
Manage volunteer committees for events, including developing goals and objectives for committees, facilitating meetings and leading members to successfully complete the goals and objectives established
Create and adhere to project budgets and timelines for special events
Track and collect funds raised for special events including monitoring progress of registrants
Analyze registration and revenue data post-event to maximize future opportunities
Communicate with event participants, respond to queries in a timely manner
Ensure communication methods and tools used during and after events provide a positive and memorable experience for all participants, supporting staff, and volunteers with a focus on retention of all involved
Working with the Marketing & Development team, design fundraising strategies to meet the current and future Candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced environment and possess the ability to multitask
Collaborate with staff to implement the best written, visual, and audio content that supports special events, initiatives and campaigns taking place
Responsible for the management, setup and tear-down of assigned events; contributes to other events when necessary
Assist in other duties within Marketing & Development or other areas as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college/university, preferably in marketing, business, communications, or a related area
Five or more years of professional experience and proven success in soliciting and negotiating sponsorship proposals, reporting and tracking gifts and deliverables, donor stewardship and relationship building
Established proficiency and practical experience in nonprofit fundraising event management
Maturity of judgment, high level of accuracy and close attention to detail, with strong ethical sense to handle sensitive gift and donor information appropriately
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a particular emphasis on writing talents
Highly organized with the ability to successfully handle multiple projects, prioritize work, and adapt easily to changing priorities while meeting critical deadlines
Proven ability to work as a team player with various groups and organizations
Ability to exercise good judgment and diplomacy in dealing with volunteer leadership
Understanding of the mission and function of Special Olympics Delaware or similar charity
Willingness to travel statewide and work a 40 hour work week; night and weekend work will be required at times
Able to occasionally lift and move 25-50 pounds
Must be able to pass a background check
Compensation
Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications
Application Details
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and salary requirement to:
Special Olympics Delaware is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full, authentic selves and can do their best work. We do not discriminate based on any characteristic or status protected by applicable law.
Employment type
Full-time
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