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Director
of Advancement
Director
of Advancment
Summary
The
Astronomical Society of the Pacific (ASP), an international cause-based
nonprofit organization headquartered in San Francisco, California
with a mission to improve science literacy through engagement of
astronomy, seeks a director of advancement. The director of advancement
is responsible for overseeing an established comprehensive fundraising
program (annual fund, major gifts, planned gifts, corporate/foundation
funding and grants), marketing and membership programs that generate
restricted and unrestricted funds, promote the Society, and advance
its mission. Building on this established program, the director
of advancement will take the lead role in formulating a new three-year
advancement plan working in conjunction with the executive director,
senior staff and an active Board of Directors.
Title:
Director of Advancement
Reports to: Executive Director
Salary Range: Competitive, commensurate with experience; benefits
included.
Start Date: Feb 1, 2010 or sooner
Primary
Duties and Responsibilities
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Oversees a comprehensive advancement program with responsibilities
for the following:
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Fundraising: annual fund, major gifts, planned giving, corporate,
foundation (grants) and government relations.
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Marketing: name-branding, public relations and promoting the
Society with a goal of recruiting new members and increasing
philanthropic gifts.
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Membership: new member acquisition, benefits of association
and all related membership services.
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Develop and implement, in conjunction with the executive director,
senior staff, and Board members a comprehensive three-year advancement
plan to build on the success of the past three-years in order
to continue to increase individual unrestricted gifts, corporate,
foundation (grants) and government support and begin to develop
and implement methods to increase membership.
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Manage and grow a portfolio of benefactor contacts by personally
developing relationships with prospects, soliciting prospects
and ensuring the efficient and effective use of CEO time on fundraising.
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Monitor and evaluate all advancement activities to ensure goals
are achieved.
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Staff the Board of Directors and their Advancement and Membership
committees.
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Oversee the creation of all advancement materials and communications
(solicitation letters, newsletters, annual reports, event materials,
etc.).
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Identify new sources of possible gifts to the Society from individuals,
corporations, foundations or governmental sources.
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Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with the primary
goal being to utilize these connections for funding opportunities.
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Assist with the Annual Meeting and secure corporate sponsors.
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Manage the advancement office functions including information
and data systems, financial systems, recognition, and events.
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Supervise staff as assigned, specifically the membership coordinator
and web master.
Qualifications
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Master's degree from an accredited four-year college/university,
or equivalent preparation & experience.
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Demonstrate at least six years of experience and successful results
in individual major gifts, corporate sponsorships, grant writing,
government funding along with significant achievements in direct
mail appeals.
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Knowledge of planned giving programs and direct mail solicitations
for such a program.
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Travel required, both in the San Francisco area and nationally.
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Proven ability in identifying new contacts, cultivating, soliciting,
acknowledging and stewarding benefactors is required.
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This is a hands-on, results-oriented position and the individual
must demonstrate ability to set and manage multiple priorities
and deadlines, work cooperatively and collaboratively as a team
member, and produce creative solutions. Must be a self-starter,
able to work with minimal support staff, and have excellent verbal
and written communication skills and be well organized.
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An appreciation for astronomy and the importance of science literacy
is important.
Preferred
Qualifications
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Senior leadership experience in advancement at a cause-based membership
nonprofit organization.
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A background in astronomy and/or space science.
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Membership in the Association of Fundraising Professionals.
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Certificate in fundraising management or CFRE.
To
Apply
Send
a resume and cover letter outlining your interest in the position
and how your background meets the stated duties and responsibilities
to the Executive Director at:
Astronomical
Society of the Pacific
390 Ashton Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94109
Or
via email to jobpost {at} astrosociety.org
Screening
of applicants will begin on November 15, 2009 and will continue
until a suitable candidate is found.
The
ASP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered
for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
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