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Folger Shakespeare Library- Associate Director of Development, Institutional Giv
Nonprofit HR, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Associate Director of Development, Institutional Giving The Folger Shakespeare Library, located on Capitol Hill in Washington, DC, is seeking an experienced and dynamic fundraiser to join our ambitious team as our
Associate Director of Development, Institutional Giving
(ADIG). The Associate Director will be responsible for managing a large and growing institutional portfolio comprised of wide-ranging foundations that includes family foundations, city, state, and federal institutions, and collaborative opportunities around a corporate membership program.
Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity.Working closely with the Director of Development and the Development team, the ADIG will be the primary individual devoted to expanding upon a sizeable institutional relations effort, with particular attention to enhancing institutional mission and capacity through seven-figure research and project grants, and to building a robust foundation sponsorship program for a growing exhibitions program and annual operations.The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with the ability to envision and implement an organized and thoughtful plan for institutional giving at the Folger. Exceptional written and verbal skills are critical to this role and a sense of humor is welcomed and appreciated. They will not only be ambitious but also have a willingness and commitment to serve. This individual will be a part of the Development department’s senior team supporting other leaders by fostering a culture of philanthropy to ensure that fund development is executed in keeping up with the values, mission, and strategic directions of the Folger Shakespeare Library, working with the Director of Development to establish a balanced mix of donor sources and fundraising programs to attract and retain donors and fundraising volunteers.The standard schedule for this role is Monday-Friday, 8:45am-4:45pm, which is a 35-hour workweek. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required for special programs.
This position is currently hybrid with ~3 days on-site per week. The selected candidate will need to be within a commutable distance to the D.C. office (DC, MD, VA) by their start date.Compensation:This is a monthly-paid salary position, with an annual rate of $100,000-$113,000.Total compensation includes an extensive benefits plan, including a generous 403(b) contribution and match, outlined at https://www.folger.edu/employee-benefits.Supervisory Duties:The Associate Director of Development, Institutional Giving will eventually supervise at least one Development Associate of Institutional Giving. In addition, they will manage work with a contracted grant writer and other contracted help.Duties:Manages the Folger’s foundation and government solicitation programs and processes. Identifies prospects to match the Folger’s needs and opportunities and develops strategies to cultivate and solicit them.Maintains a personal portfolio of current and prospective foundation and government donors and is responsible for the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of assigned prospects and donors.Prepares funding proposals, develops project budgets, compiles proposal documentation and attachments, implements follow-up procedures, schedules meetings and site visits, and prepares funding reports.With the Development team, ensures that relevant research and databases are up to date, with appropriate coding for prospect contacts in Tessitura.Researches foundation and government prospects and engages in proactive research to identify and qualify new prospects.Assists the Director of Development in establishing annual and long-range fundraising goals and in developing a five-year fundraising plan with government and foundation gifts as a significant component.Works with the development team in the fundraising efforts for the Folger’s broader initiatives, including future campaigns.Works at major development events, including the annual Renaissance Circles dinner, Acquisitions Night, and theater and exhibition openings.Performs other duties as assigned.Education and Experience:B.A required. Advanced degree preferred or equivalent experience required.5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in development with an emphasis on foundation and government grant proposal writing and preparation.Prior supervisory experience required.Must have successfully secured 5- and 6 and 7-figure grant awards.Should have experience researching foundation and government prospects; tracking proposals and reports; managing deadlines; and developing strategies to increase funding.Skills and Knowledge:Must be skilled in facilitating face-to-face solicitation as well as writing persuasive appeals.Superior writing and editing skills, excellent skills in interpersonal communication and time management.Must be comfortable conceptualizing and implementing processes for inter-disciplinary grants.Understanding of budget processes essential.Ability to perform well both with independent initiative and as part of a closely woven team.Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, familiarity with donor databases.Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:This job operates in a professional office environment.The normal work week is Monday-Friday, 8:45 am to 4:45 pm.Ability to work varying and additional hours as project demands arise.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & BelongingNonprofit HR is committed to fostering and maintaining a work environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are fully integrated into everything we do for the benefit of our employees and the clients that we serve.
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Associate Director of Development, Institutional Giving
(ADIG). The Associate Director will be responsible for managing a large and growing institutional portfolio comprised of wide-ranging foundations that includes family foundations, city, state, and federal institutions, and collaborative opportunities around a corporate membership program.
Ensure all your application information is up to date and in order before applying for this opportunity.Working closely with the Director of Development and the Development team, the ADIG will be the primary individual devoted to expanding upon a sizeable institutional relations effort, with particular attention to enhancing institutional mission and capacity through seven-figure research and project grants, and to building a robust foundation sponsorship program for a growing exhibitions program and annual operations.The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with the ability to envision and implement an organized and thoughtful plan for institutional giving at the Folger. Exceptional written and verbal skills are critical to this role and a sense of humor is welcomed and appreciated. They will not only be ambitious but also have a willingness and commitment to serve. This individual will be a part of the Development department’s senior team supporting other leaders by fostering a culture of philanthropy to ensure that fund development is executed in keeping up with the values, mission, and strategic directions of the Folger Shakespeare Library, working with the Director of Development to establish a balanced mix of donor sources and fundraising programs to attract and retain donors and fundraising volunteers.The standard schedule for this role is Monday-Friday, 8:45am-4:45pm, which is a 35-hour workweek. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required for special programs.
This position is currently hybrid with ~3 days on-site per week. The selected candidate will need to be within a commutable distance to the D.C. office (DC, MD, VA) by their start date.Compensation:This is a monthly-paid salary position, with an annual rate of $100,000-$113,000.Total compensation includes an extensive benefits plan, including a generous 403(b) contribution and match, outlined at https://www.folger.edu/employee-benefits.Supervisory Duties:The Associate Director of Development, Institutional Giving will eventually supervise at least one Development Associate of Institutional Giving. In addition, they will manage work with a contracted grant writer and other contracted help.Duties:Manages the Folger’s foundation and government solicitation programs and processes. Identifies prospects to match the Folger’s needs and opportunities and develops strategies to cultivate and solicit them.Maintains a personal portfolio of current and prospective foundation and government donors and is responsible for the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of assigned prospects and donors.Prepares funding proposals, develops project budgets, compiles proposal documentation and attachments, implements follow-up procedures, schedules meetings and site visits, and prepares funding reports.With the Development team, ensures that relevant research and databases are up to date, with appropriate coding for prospect contacts in Tessitura.Researches foundation and government prospects and engages in proactive research to identify and qualify new prospects.Assists the Director of Development in establishing annual and long-range fundraising goals and in developing a five-year fundraising plan with government and foundation gifts as a significant component.Works with the development team in the fundraising efforts for the Folger’s broader initiatives, including future campaigns.Works at major development events, including the annual Renaissance Circles dinner, Acquisitions Night, and theater and exhibition openings.Performs other duties as assigned.Education and Experience:B.A required. Advanced degree preferred or equivalent experience required.5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in development with an emphasis on foundation and government grant proposal writing and preparation.Prior supervisory experience required.Must have successfully secured 5- and 6 and 7-figure grant awards.Should have experience researching foundation and government prospects; tracking proposals and reports; managing deadlines; and developing strategies to increase funding.Skills and Knowledge:Must be skilled in facilitating face-to-face solicitation as well as writing persuasive appeals.Superior writing and editing skills, excellent skills in interpersonal communication and time management.Must be comfortable conceptualizing and implementing processes for inter-disciplinary grants.Understanding of budget processes essential.Ability to perform well both with independent initiative and as part of a closely woven team.Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, familiarity with donor databases.Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:This job operates in a professional office environment.The normal work week is Monday-Friday, 8:45 am to 4:45 pm.Ability to work varying and additional hours as project demands arise.Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & BelongingNonprofit HR is committed to fostering and maintaining a work environment where diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are fully integrated into everything we do for the benefit of our employees and the clients that we serve.
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