Capital Development Services
Greenville Center for Creative Arts | Development Director
Capital Development Services, Greenville, South Carolina, us, 29610
Full-timeCompany Description Greenville Center for Creative Arts (GCCA) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2015 by a dedicated group of artists, arts advocates, and community leaders. Located in the historic Brandon Mill in the Village of West Greenville, GCCA’s mission is to enrich the cultural fabric of the community through visual arts promotion, education, and inspiration. As the only art center of its kind in the Greenville, SC area, GCCA specializes in hands-on visual arts instruction, offering art classes for all ages and skill levels, private artist studios, free high-profile public exhibitions, and innovative outreach programs for underserved children and young emerging artists. Its vision is to build an engine for creativity and community building that crosses boundaries and overcomes barriers.
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.GCCA has made significant contributions to the Greenville community and beyond, being named 'One of Five Places to Visit in Greenville' by the New York Times. Additionally, GCCA has been featured in regional and national publications such as Southern Living, which highlighted the center's role in fostering a vibrant local arts scene. The Greenville Journal praised GCCA for its impactful art education programs, while Forbes acknowledged the center's innovative approach to community engagement.GCCA is on solid financial footing, with a board-approved three-year strategic plan and a 10-year vision guiding its priorities and decision-making. This positions GCCA for continued growth and success as it recruits a Development Director to elevate the organization to its next phase.Job Description The Development Director, in partnership with and reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all GCCA fundraising efforts. These efforts include the annual fund, institutional giving, corporate giving, grant writing and reporting, special events, and membership program management. The Development Director will also focus on cultivating relationships with current donors and members, managing two large fundraising events, and identifying and securing major individual contributions to strengthen donor and community partner relationships.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESCollaborate with the CEO to develop and implement GCCA’s annual fundraising plan.Manage and cultivate relationships with donors to secure ongoing financial support for GCCA’s mission.Identify and cultivate new funding prospects in collaboration with the board, CEO, and GCCA team members.Secure, schedule, and participate in meetings and presentations with prospective individuals, organizations, and corporations to build strategic partnerships and secure financial support.Oversee the implementation of the constituent management system, including data entry, gift processing, and pledge tracking.Develop and implement strategies for a larger, sustained base of annual donors.Conduct research to identify new grant funding sources.Develop, track, and assist in the completion of proposals and reports required for grants, foundations, and corporate fundraising.Coordinate and prepare materials for board meetings and other fundraising committees/groups.Manage the membership program, ensuring member engagement and growth.Plan and execute two large fundraising events annually.Support GCCA team at organizational events, activities, and outreach efforts as needed.Support the CEO and GCCA team with administrative functions as needed.Qualifications EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEFive or more years of professional experience in nonprofit fundraising or business development, with demonstrated success in managing and forging relationships with multiple donor sources.Proven ability to cultivate, solicit, and close major gifts.Experience in developing donor strategies and cultivation plans.Effective leadership and management skills.Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.Effective problem-solving skills with a focus on solutions.Experience in expanding and cultivating donor relationships over time; familiarity with the Greenville community is desirable.Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of donors.Flexible and adaptable style.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Bachelor’s degree required; CFRE certification is a plus.High energy and passion for GCCA’s mission.Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail; experience managing a CRM system.Customer-focused, with the ability to manage multiple projects and relationships while meeting established deadlines.Additional Information This is a full-time (40 hours/week), exempt position with some evening and weekend work required. GCCA supports flexible work-from-home hybrid options. The salary range for this role is$75,000 - $85,000 annually. Employees of GCCA receive 100% reimbursement for individual (employee-only) medical, dental, and vision coverage premiums. GCCA provides short-term and long-term disability insurance at no charge for all exempt employees. Additionally, GCCA offers a 401K plan for all exempt employees, although GCCA does not contribute to the plan. Other benefits include competitive PTO and annual holiday leave.This position description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related duties as assigned by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship.GCCA is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.
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The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.GCCA has made significant contributions to the Greenville community and beyond, being named 'One of Five Places to Visit in Greenville' by the New York Times. Additionally, GCCA has been featured in regional and national publications such as Southern Living, which highlighted the center's role in fostering a vibrant local arts scene. The Greenville Journal praised GCCA for its impactful art education programs, while Forbes acknowledged the center's innovative approach to community engagement.GCCA is on solid financial footing, with a board-approved three-year strategic plan and a 10-year vision guiding its priorities and decision-making. This positions GCCA for continued growth and success as it recruits a Development Director to elevate the organization to its next phase.Job Description The Development Director, in partnership with and reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all GCCA fundraising efforts. These efforts include the annual fund, institutional giving, corporate giving, grant writing and reporting, special events, and membership program management. The Development Director will also focus on cultivating relationships with current donors and members, managing two large fundraising events, and identifying and securing major individual contributions to strengthen donor and community partner relationships.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESCollaborate with the CEO to develop and implement GCCA’s annual fundraising plan.Manage and cultivate relationships with donors to secure ongoing financial support for GCCA’s mission.Identify and cultivate new funding prospects in collaboration with the board, CEO, and GCCA team members.Secure, schedule, and participate in meetings and presentations with prospective individuals, organizations, and corporations to build strategic partnerships and secure financial support.Oversee the implementation of the constituent management system, including data entry, gift processing, and pledge tracking.Develop and implement strategies for a larger, sustained base of annual donors.Conduct research to identify new grant funding sources.Develop, track, and assist in the completion of proposals and reports required for grants, foundations, and corporate fundraising.Coordinate and prepare materials for board meetings and other fundraising committees/groups.Manage the membership program, ensuring member engagement and growth.Plan and execute two large fundraising events annually.Support GCCA team at organizational events, activities, and outreach efforts as needed.Support the CEO and GCCA team with administrative functions as needed.Qualifications EDUCATION/EXPERIENCEFive or more years of professional experience in nonprofit fundraising or business development, with demonstrated success in managing and forging relationships with multiple donor sources.Proven ability to cultivate, solicit, and close major gifts.Experience in developing donor strategies and cultivation plans.Effective leadership and management skills.Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.Effective problem-solving skills with a focus on solutions.Experience in expanding and cultivating donor relationships over time; familiarity with the Greenville community is desirable.Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of donors.Flexible and adaptable style.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Bachelor’s degree required; CFRE certification is a plus.High energy and passion for GCCA’s mission.Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail; experience managing a CRM system.Customer-focused, with the ability to manage multiple projects and relationships while meeting established deadlines.Additional Information This is a full-time (40 hours/week), exempt position with some evening and weekend work required. GCCA supports flexible work-from-home hybrid options. The salary range for this role is$75,000 - $85,000 annually. Employees of GCCA receive 100% reimbursement for individual (employee-only) medical, dental, and vision coverage premiums. GCCA provides short-term and long-term disability insurance at no charge for all exempt employees. Additionally, GCCA offers a 401K plan for all exempt employees, although GCCA does not contribute to the plan. Other benefits include competitive PTO and annual holiday leave.This position description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related duties as assigned by their supervisor. This document does not create an employment contract implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship.GCCA is an equal-opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.
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