Vice President of Development - Creative Discovery Museum

Position Summary

The Vice President of Development is responsible for the development, implementation, coordination and evaluation of the Museum's fundraising, membership, and special event programs totaling more than $1.5M in contributed revenue. This position oversees annual and capital campaigns, corporate sponsorships, foundation and government grants, planned giving, membership, fundraising events, and private rentals. Additionally, this position leads the Development Committee working closely with the Board of Trustees, museum volunteers, and community partners.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Develops, implements, and monitors the Museum's comprehensive fundraising plan, strategies, and goals;

2. Determines how the Museum can work most effectively with funders and potential funders, including individual donors, corporations, foundations, and government agencies;
3. Evaluates the impact and effectiveness of the Museum's fundraising efforts;
4. Conducts major requests of donors, corporations and foundations;
5. Executes cultivation events for annual and capital prospects;
6. Seeks opportunities to promote the Museum through presentations to Rotary Clubs, Chamber groups, as well as other appropriate audiences;
7. Prepares and administers the annual fundraising budget;
8. Leads the Development Committee and works directly with the Museum's Board of Trustees as needed for fundraising efforts and gift solicitations;
9. Directs the preparation of government and foundation grant proposals, as well as compliance with all provisions of grants awarded to the Museum;
10. Develops and directs the annual campaign strategy, including preparation of campaign materials, recruitment and coordination of volunteer solicitors.
11. Develops strategies and implementation plans for capital giving programs;
12. Develops and implements planned giving programs;
13. Identifies corporate sponsor prospects and solicits sponsorships, including scheduling meetings, preparing proposals and ensuring fulfillment of sponsor benefits;
14. Oversees recognition and acknowledgment of all donors;
15. Oversees and supports the Director of Membership & Events with the membership, fundraising events, and private rental programs;
16. Directs and supports annual gala with the Director of Membership & Events, including management of special event committee volunteers and solicitation of sponsorships;
17. Serves as one of the Museum's spokespersons and brand ambassadors;
18. Directly supervises the Development Manager and Director of Membership & Events.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Prior experience and demonstrated success in fundraising or related field.
• Ability to work well with people and in team efforts.
• Demonstrated ability to work with Board of Trustees and volunteers.
• Strong networking skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong budgeting and financial skills.
• Excellent computer skills, including presentation and database management.

Educational/Experience Requirements

• College degree preferred, but commensurate experience may be applied.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in non-profit fundraising or related fields.
• Minimum of five (5) years management experience.

License or Certification Required

N/A

Supervises

Director of Membership & Events and Development Manager.

Working Conditions

Most of the duties must be performed onsite at the Museum. Up to 20% of the tasks may be completed remotely.

Physical Demands

Lifting to 50 pounds unassisted, or 100 pounds assisted may be required at events.