Creative Executive, Development Job at Solomon Page in Westchester County

Our client in the non-profit industry is looking for a Development Executive to work remotely. This is a free of charge day camp for children battling cancer. Since they are day camps, children can continue their medical treatment and enjoy the comfort and safety of their own homes at night. In this dynamic role, the Development Executive (DE) reports directly to the Senior Director of Development and the National Director for the company. The candidate must live in Westchester, Rockland County or NJ area – because there will be focused events that they will attend throughout the year. ~ Collaborate closely with the development team (including WALKS/P2P team), volunteer leadership and committee members to strategize and execute successful fundraising events and campaigns Build a pipeline of major gift donors Create opportunities for new relationships including individuals, companies, and foundations Manage current portfolio of grants, including grant writing and relationship building Additionally, you will be expected to prospect for new grant opportunities Understand and analyze year-over-year fundraising data, demonstrating flexibility to respond to changes as necessary to meet &/or exceed fundraising goals Bachelor's degree and five years of professional fundraising and development experience Strategic thinking and planning skills, capable of developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies Candidate must be able to identify, cultivate, and engage new donors with significant philanthropic capacity via strategic outreach and action steps, including one-on-one discovery meetings and personalized engagement opportunities Experience managing event committees and working with honorees to help them achieve/exceed fundraising goals Comfortable speaking in public to network, lead meeting and provide tours of camps throughout the summer This hybrid role requires a blend of remote and in-person work. Proficiency in budgeting, strategic planning, and marketing strategies Position requires occasional evenings and weekends Solomon Page has an extensive network of established clients which allows us to present opportunities that are well-suited to your respective goals and needs – this specialized approach sets us apart in the industries we serve. Founded in 1990, Solomon Page is a specialty niche provider of staffing and executive search solutions across a wide array of functions and industries. Acting as a strategic partner to our clients and candidates, we focus on providing customized solutions and building long-term relationships based on trust, respect, and the consistent delivery of excellent results.