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Assistant Director of Parent Giving, Trinity College

Hartford, Connecticut, United States, 06101

The Assistant Director of Parent Giving works with the Senior Associate Director of Parent Giving and the Annual Giving team to raise annual support for the College. The Assistant Director is responsible for working with the Senior Associate Director and other Annual Giving staff to plan the Parents Fund calendar, set goals, determine and execute strategies for all annual giving solicitation efforts including mailings, student calling, e-mail, social media, volunteer and staff solicitations. The Assistant Director is a staff liaison for Parent Director volunteer group and he/she manages a portfolio of 100 Parents Fund prospects and conducts a minimum of 50 visits per year.

Bachelor’s degree is required. Up to three years’ professional experience in fund raising, sales, or marketing also is required, as well as strong organizational and computer skills, demonstrated ability to work with volunteers, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as a strong team player. Must show evidence of leadership qualities, initiative, and energy; enjoy public speaking, travel, and meeting new people; have a strong sense of personal and professional integrity, sound judgment, initiative, creativity, flexibility, sensitivity and the ability to keep confidences. A valid U.S. driver’s license is required.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, please submit cover letter, resume and the names and telephone numbers of three professional references to: resumes@trincoll.edu. Internal candidates should respond within five days for preferential consideration.

Trinity College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities should request, in advance, any needed accommodation in order to participate in the application process.

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Assistant Vice President for Major Gifts, WakeForest University Baptist Medical Center

Winston-Salem, NC
http://www.wfubmc.edu ( http://www.law.harvard.edu/ )

Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center (WFUBMC), one of the nation's preeminent academic medical centers, is an integrated health care system that operates 1,056 acute care, rehabilitation, long-term and psychiatric care beds, outpatient services, and community health and information centers. The medical center has 22 subsidiaries including several affiliate hospitals and operates more than 100 outreach activities throughout the region, including satellite clinics, health fairs, consulting services and medical director services. It provides a continuum of care that includes primary care centers, outpatient rehabilitation, dialysis centers and home health care.

The development operation is poised for major transformation with increased funding and focus. Recent wealth screening data shows that the prospect base is fertile for major gifts fundraising, especially in the 6 and 7 figure category. The incoming AVP will be part of a team that is playing a vital role in changing philanthropy at a world-class institution. There is opportunity for greatness and upside potential in a development shop that has traditionally been underperforming and underutilized.

The AVP for Major Gifts is a newly created role brought about by the recent reorganization within the development department. Reporting to the Vice President of Development, the AVP for Major Gifts will oversee the major gifts team currently comprised of 11individuals assigned to specific clinical areas such as cancer, children*s health, heart and vascular, neurosciences, and restorative medicine; in addition, the AVP will supervise 3 officers who serve as generalists. The AVP also provides leadership and guidance to the senior management team to ensure the smooth operation of the organization, and the appropriate alignment of operational strategies with the overall institutional mission and available resources. A minimum of 10 years fundraising experience, including 3 years as a supervisor and five years as a major gifts officer is required.

To apply or refer candidates, please contact Jill Lasman, Senior Vice President, Lois L. Lindauer Searches, jlasman@lllsearches.com.

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Associate Vice President for Advancement Services, Kansas State University Foundation

Kansas State University Foundation announces the addition of a new senior level position to their fundraising team. Responsibilities include defining strategies for fundraising through various methods of research. This position has a strong emphasis on data analysis and assessment and is responsible for creating analytical programs to support and enhance fundraising through customized data mining, profiling and predictive statistical modeling. Working closely with KSUF leadership, this position will plan and build a prospect development operation designed to leverage resources needed to achieve high levels of success in fundraising campaigns benefiting Kansas State University. Visit our website to review the complete job description and for the listing of knowledge, skills and abilities required for the position. To apply, please send cover letter, resume, and three professional references to:

KSU Foundation
Human Resource Department
2323 Anderson Avenue, Suite 500
Manhattan, KS 66502
HR@found.ksu.edu
www.found.ksu.edu/employment
EOE

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Associate Director of Reunion Giving, Trinity College

Hartford, Connecticut, United States, 06101

The Associate Director of Reunion Giving works with the Director of Annual Giving and the Annual Giving team to raise annual support for the College through those alumni celebrating their reunion. The Associate Director also must collaborate and coordinate with the alumni relations, leadership gifts, and gift planning departments. He/she will be actively involved in planning the Annual Fund calendar, setting goals, and determining and executing strategies for all annual giving solicitation efforts including mailings, student calling, social media, volunteer structure and solicitations, and staff solicitations. Specific responsibilities include the development efforts of the 15th, 20th, 25th, 30th, 35th, 40th and 45th reunions; works collaboratively with the Director of Gift Planning on the 50th reunion.

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is required; liberal arts discipline preferred. A minimum of three to five years’ professional experience in fund raising, sales, or marketing also is required, as well as strong organizational skills, direct experience managing staff and volunteers, willingness to travel, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as a strong team player. Must show evidence of leadership qualities, initiative, and energy; enjoy public speaking, travel, and meeting new people, and be entrepreneurial and forward thinking. Strong written and computer skills including MS Office Suite, relational databases, and on-line social media are a must.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and will continue until the positions is filled. To apply, please submit cover letter, resume and the names and telephone numbers of three professional references to: resumes@trincoll.edu. Internal candidates should respond within five days for preferential consideration.

Trinity College is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Applicants with disabilities should request, in advance, any needed accommodation in order to participate in the application process.

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Director of Development, Oregon Shakespeare Festival

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival seeks a seasoned, accomplished individual with exceptional people skills and significant fund-raising experience to lead our Development Department, which currently raises upwards of $4.5 million annually, 17% - 20% of the Festival’s annual operating budget.

Major areas of responsibility include:

  • Providing strategy, leadership and direction for the major donor, institutional giving and capital Campaign aspects of the Festival’s fundraising efforts
  • Sourcing and cultivating future Board members
  • Working closely with Board committees on annual fund-raising and capital campaign strategies
  • Contributing to the sound stewardship of the Festival through service on the senior management Leadership Team
  • Organizing, supervising and mentoring Development department staff. 

Background requirements:

  • At least ten years progressively responsible experience in fundraising, the bulk of which is an arts organization environment
  • Bachelor degree from a four-year college, advanced degree preferred
  • Strong verbal and written skills; ability to think strategically; exceptional interpersonal skills; ability to organize, supervise and motivate staff; demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion
  • Experience with fundraising and customer relations databases (e.g. Fundraiser’s Edge, Tessitura); Microsoft Office applications

For a full job description, go to our website: www.osfashland.org and click on About Us / Job Opportunities.

To Apply:
A complete application will consist of: 1) a cover letter specifically addressing your qualifications for the position as well as a salary history, and 2) a current résumé.  In order to be considered, all applications materials must be received no later than September 10, 2010. All documents must be in Word or PDF format. Please send your application materials in a single email to humanresources@osfashland.org. In order to avoid spam and scams, we request that you enter in the subject line of your email the following three pieces of information: Development Director; Your Last Name, Your First Name; Where you learned about this position (e.g. friend, OSF website, etc.). Finalists will be asked to provide a list of professional references.

The Oregon Shakespeare Festival:
Founded in 1935, the Tony Award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) is among the oldest and largest professional non-profit theatres in the nation. Each year OSF presents an eight-and-a-half-month season of eleven plays in three theatres plus numerous ancillary activities, and undertakes an extensive theatre education program. Operating on a budget exceeding $27 million, OSF presents more than 780 performances annually with attendance of approximately 400,000.
At OSF we believe that diverse ideas, cultures and traditions reflecting the broad diversity of the nation enrich our work, both onstage and off.  We are committed to diversity in all areas of the Festival, and strongly encourage women and people of color to apply.  We offer a creative and friendly environment, excellent benefits and a progressive wellness program. 

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Events and Alumni Relations Manager, Reading Real Estate Foundation, University of Reading


Start date: as soon as possible
Closing date: 15/08/2010
Interview date: Week commencing 23/08/2010 Reference number: PM10045 Post Type: full-time, permanent Pay grade: 6
Payscale: £27,319 to £35,646 per annum

We need an experienced Events and Alumni Relations Manager to assist in the planning, implementation and delivery of a strategic programme of alumni relations and events, delivering against key objectives.

You need a confident and organised approach to tasks and the ability to deal with people at all levels in a variety of situations. Strong communication skills bot h written and oral and an understanding of the importance of alumni relations and marketing are vital.

You will have:

  • Excellent planning, organisational and administrative skills, especially a good attention to detail
  • Evidence of innovative thinking in Events Management, enthusiasm and new ideas
  • Excellent interpersonal skills including tact and diplomacy * Ability to work effectively under pressure within tight deadlines * Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships and networks at all levels * Excellent computing skills e.g. MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, Powerpoint * Qualification in Alumni Relations, PR, Marketing or Events would be an advantage

Informal contact details:
Nicole Gillham, Executive Director - +44 (0)118 378 4193; n.gillham@rref.reading.ac.uk

Formal contact details:
Further information and application forms are available at www.reading.ac.uk/Jobs or telephone 0118 378 6771 (voicemail).

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Head of Development
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance


£40,071 - £47,196 (incl' LWA)

Donor Relations and Events Coordinator
Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance


£23,099 - £26,235 (incl' LWA)

Two key posts are available for the right candidates to join the very successful Development Office at Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance.

Trinity Laban is a world-class conservative based in London at the inspiring facilities of the Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich and the Stirling Prize award-winning Laban building in Deptford. The goal of the Development Office is to support Trinity Laban in its mission to offer the most innovative, creative, and relevant training for young musicians and dancers for the 21st century.

The Development Office offers a fast-paced, creative and high-functioning environment, with the opportunity to work to challenging fundraising targets and to build a vibrant Alumni Relations Programme.

The Head of Development role is a new senior post created from a re-structuring of the Development Office. You will provide inspiring leadership to the team and have an impressive record of achievement in fundraising and experience of Alumni Relations. You will have the ability and authority to operate at a senior level, and be able to demonstrate significant success in working with Trusts and Foundations.

The Donor Relations and Event Coordinator provides crucial administrative and professional support to the Development Office, and is a key member of the Development Services Team.

We are looking for high standards, a commitment to team working and excellent organisational and communication skills. In return we can offer you a creative and invigorating environment, a final salary pension scheme, generous holiday entitlement, season ticket loan, and exceptional staff development opportunities.

For job packs and application forms, please go to the Vacancies page of our website www.trinitylaban.ac.uk or contact: Pamela Thompson, HR Assistant, Trinity Laban Conservatoire of Music and Dance
Telephone: 020 8305 4374 or e-mail: pthompson1@trinitylaban.ac.uk

Closing date: Monday 6 September 2010, 5pm (No Agencies)
Interviews: Week commencing 20 September 2010 CVs will not be accepted unless accompanied by a completed application form.

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Operations Assistant (Data & Administration), University of Exeter


Development & Alumni Relations Office - DARO Salary in the range £14,942 to £19,743

The Operations Team provides professional support for the development, fundraising and alumni relations functions within DARO. This support includes management of the Raiser's Edge database, administration and stewardship of gifts, event administration and prospect research.

The Operations Assistant will work as part of a small team, primarily ensuring information about alumni is promptly and accurately entered in the database, and appropriately responded to. Other duties will include assisting with the organisation of events, and with the distribution of charitable funds to departments and ensuring that appropriate reporting and stewardship of donors take place.

He/she will already be very confident in the use of complex relational databases and in manipulating data in Excel, Access or a similar package.

This post is currently funded for 24 months from August 2010. We hope that permanent funding will be secured, but this post is being offered in the first instance as a 2-year, fixed term post

For informal enquiries please contact David Smith (d.g.e.smith@ex.ac.uk), telephone: 01392 725004.

Applicants are invited to apply on-line via our e-recruitment system. This can be found at www.exeter.ac.uk/jobs.

Please quote reference number R10080 in any correspondence.
The full range of necessary skills and experience can be found in the Job Description and Person Specification document http://www.admin.ex.ac.uk/personnel/jobs/R10080.pdf

The closing date for completed applications is 12 noon on Thursday 19th August 2010. Interviews are currently scheduled for Wednesday 8th September 2010.

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Projects Officer, Reading Real Estate Foundation, University of Reading


Start date: as soon as possible
Closing date: 15/08/2010
Interview date: Week commencing 23/08/2010 Reference number: AS10059 Post Type: full-time, permanent Pay grade: Grade 5
Payscale: £22,236-£26,526 per annum

We need a capable and motivated Projects Officer to help run the planning, implementation and delivery of a strategic programme of educational and careers activities and events to support Real Estate students.

You will need to be proactive and confident and have the ability to interact with people at all levels. You should be able to demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, and have strong organisational skills with careful attention to detail. A willingness and the ability to learn quickly is vital.

You will have:

  • Education to degree level or equivalent
  • Excellent planning, organisational and administrative skills and especially good attention to detail
  • Effective communication skills at all levels, both written and oral
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure within tight deadlines
  • Excellent computing skills e.g. MS Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
  • Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships and networks at all levels
  • Experience of working in higher education, student career development or graduate recruitment would be an advantage.

Informal contact details:
Nicole Gillham, Executive Director - +44 (0)118 378 4193; n.gillham@rref.reading.ac.uk

Formal contact details:
Further information and application forms are available at www.reading.ac.uk/Jobs or telephone 0118 378 6771 (voicemail).

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