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- Grand Rapids Symphony Director of Legacy Gifts
- Regional Advancement Director - Hope College
- Vice President for College Advancement - Hope College
- Director of Gift Planning - Ducks Unlimited
- Advancement Director (CLC Network)
Grand Rapids Symphony Director of Legacy Gifts
Join the Grand Rapids Symphony, West Michigan’s premier performing arts organization under the artistic leadership of Music Director David Lockington. Assume leadership in the area of legacy giving to increase invested assets and generate donations to the Grand Rapids Symphony’s Endowment Fund.
Responsibilities
Director of Legacy Gifts will design and promote a comprehensive Planned Giving program through which individuals and families may perpetuate their support of the Grand Rapids Symphony and invest in the orchestra’s future. This new Development Team member will undertake a process to:
Design a Planned Giving program as prescribed in the Grand Rapids Symphony Strategic Plan, followed by implementation of Legacy Gift initiatives created in the planning phase
Implement the Grand Rapids Symphony’s Planned Giving program to engage Grand Rapids Symphony patrons through legacy gifts
Director of Legacy Gifts Position Dimensions
The Director of Legacy Gifts is a fundraising position in the Development Department responsible for developing, implementing, and conducting a comprehensive planned giving program, with a focus on planned/legacy/estate gifts
The position is responsible for increasing endowment assets by engaging individuals through estate gifts and coordinating planned giving efforts with related professionals
Components of the program include marketing; cultivating, soliciting, and engaging prospects; and stewarding patrons with a holistic consideration of their value to the institution as measured by both annual/endowment contributions and ticket/subscription purchases
This individual will serve as the primary point person for Planned Giving within the Grand Rapids Symphony
Work in close coordination with the Vice President for Development, Director of Leadership Gifts and Annual Fund Director to maintain long-term relationships with donors and prospects, involving them in the Symphony and ensuring continuing cultivation
Oversee creation, design and production of a comprehensive and impactful marketing plan. Create marketing materials for targeted mailings, program book advertisements, and other Grand Rapids Symphony publications
Expand network of donors by developing and maintaining contacts in the financial and legal community
Manage production of estate planning newsletter published periodically each year, including interviewing donors for feature stories; writing and editing articles; and overseeing design, layout, and mail house vendors
Implement a timely reporting system for tracking endowment and planned gifts
Manage expense budget for all areas of responsibility
Fully utilize environments for cultivating relationships, Symphony concerts and development events throughout the year
Other duties as assigned
Organizational Placement
Reports to the Vice President for Development
Director of
Qualificiations
Director of Legacy Gifts Qualifications
Bachelors degree required, Masters degree preferred
Planned giving experience in development or related field desired. Experience with marketing a plus
Experience in working with volunteer leadership, with prospects and advisors, to develop long-term relationships with donors
Excellent oral and written communications skills, demonstrated ability to articulate complex concepts in clear, understandable terms
Experience in an endowment or capital campaign is preferred
Candidate must be self-motivated, with highly developed organizational skills and strong attention to detail
Facility with planned giving software, as well as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Raiser’s Edge preferred
Knowledge of and passion for the performing arts a significant plus
Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, comprehensive benefits package
Application Process
Please submit a cover letter and resume via email to careers@grsymphony.org. January 15, 2012
The Grand Rapids Symphony – www.grsymphony.org
Our Mission: To share great music that moves the human soul
Our Vision: The Grand Rapids Symphony as an integral and indispensible part of the West Michigan community, continuing to excel as a premier arts organization, and symbol of cultural excellence, in West Michigan.
Grand Rapids Symphony Biography: Recognized has one of America’s leading regional orchestras, the Grand Rapids Symphony celebrates its 82st anniversary this
season, a tribute to an enduring partnership with the West Michigan community that has embraced it since the orchestra’s founding in 1930.
The Grand Rapids Symphony presents more than 400 performances each year, touching the lives of 175,000 attendees in fifteen West Michigan counties. Nearly half of those who benefit are students, seniors and adults and children with disabilities reached through extensive education and community engagement programs.
Nine distinct concert series are presented with eighty-five performances designed to capture the imagination of young children and adults alike, featuring a wide range of music and performance styles. These series include the Richard and Helen DeVos Classical Series, Fox Motors Pops Series, SymphonicBoom Series, Sacred Dimensions Series, Crowe Howarth Rising Star Series, Edward Jones Coffee Classics, PNC Lollipops Series, DTE Energy Foundation Family Series and the D&W Fresh Market Picnic Pops.
The Grand Rapids Symphony has a 60 year history of commitment to music education for youth, touching 77,000 students from Kindergarten through high school. For more than 25 years, musician ensembles have performed in West Michigan schools; this year the Artist-in-Residence program partners with thirteen school districts, representing three counties.
This season marks the 51st anniversary of the Grand Rapids Youth Symphony presented by Meijer. In 2008, the orchestra established the Grand Rapids Youth Choruses presented by Legacy Trust, which includes 160 choristers, ages 6 - 18. The Grand Rapids Symphony Mosaic Scholarship Program provides private lessons for 18 African-American and Hispanic youth with professional musicians.
The Grand Rapids Symphony is nationally recognized as the best regional orchestra for a community of this size. The Symphony sponsors the 140-member Grand Rapids Symphony Chorus, celebrating its 50th Anniversary in 2012. Regionally, the orchestra performs full concerts in Fremont, Holland, Big Rapids, Greenville, Mt Pleasant and Allegan. Opera Grand Rapids and the Grand Rapids Ballet Company enjoy a strong collaboration with the orchestra for all main stage productions by each organization. The Grand Rapids Symphony is an artistic partner with the Gilmore Festival, Stulberg Competition, Sphinx Competition, Grand Rapids Bach Festival, along with regional universities and colleges.
Posted on December 28, 2012
Regional Advancement Director - Hope College
Hope College is seeking a full time Regional Advancement Director (RAD) to cultivate and solicit financial support for the mission of the college from alumni, parents, and friends of the college. Each RAD is assigned a portfolio of donor prospects and specific geographical areas for which he or she carries primary relational responsibility on behalf of the college. Hope College is a Christian, co-educational, undergraduate, residential, multicultural, liberal arts college of 3,200 students, affiliated with the Reformed Church in America, located in Holland, MI.
Qualificiations
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with preference given to advanced training and fundraising experience. RADs must have a passion for the mission of Hope College and be able to communicate that to others. Willingness to work as a member of a team while at the same time being internally motivated to succeed and able to follow through with little supervision are crucial attributes to a successful RAD. Some knowledge in tax law, IRS rules, rulemaking in charitable giving changes, financial reporting, and accounting is desirable.
Application Process
Applicants should electronically send a letter of application, résumé or curriculum vita, and the names and contact information of three persons who could serve as references to Mary Remenschneider, Executive Director for Major Gifts (remenschneider@hope.edu). Confidentiality will be maintained and no references will be contacted without prior notification. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Hope College places a high priority on sustaining a supportive environment that recognizes the importance of having a diverse faculty and staff in order to best prepare our students for successful careers in our multi-cultural nation and global community. Applications from persons with diverse backgrounds and cultures, including women and persons of color are, therefore, welcomed. Hope College complies with federal and state requirements for nondiscrimination in employment.
Posted on January 11, 2012
Vice President for College Advancement - Hope College
Hope College is seeking a Vice President for College Advancement. The VP is the Chief Development Officer of Hope College and responsible for providing leadership and direction for the College’s advancement staff in building awareness, developing relationships, and raising funds to ensure that the College has sufficient resources to carry out its vision and achieve its mission with distinction. Hope College is a Christian, co-educational, undergraduate, residential, multicultural, liberal arts college of 3,200 students, affiliated with the Reformed Church in America, located in Holland, MI.
Qualificiations
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with preference given to those with an advanced degree. The Vice President must have significant experience in effective fundraising and capital campaigns, a demonstrated ability to create a collaborative environment and lead a staff in accomplishing goals, and knowledge of all areas of institutional advancement including annual, major, and planned gifts, corporate and foundation relations, alumni and parent relations, communications, and advancement services. It is also essential for the Vice President to have a high level of personal and professional integrity, a strong understanding of and commitment to the Christian faith, and a passion for the mission of Hope College and the ability to communicate that to others.
Application Process
Applicants should electronically send a letter of application, résumé or curriculum vita, and the names and contact information of three persons who could serve as references to Dave Vanderwel, Interim Vice President for College Advancement (vanderwel@hope.edu). Confidentiality will be maintained and no references will be contacted without prior notification. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Hope College places a high priority on sustaining a supportive environment that recognizes the importance of having a diverse faculty and staff in order to best prepare our students for successful careers in our multi-cultural nation and global community. Applications from persons with diverse backgrounds and cultures, including women and persons of color are, therefore, welcomed. Hope College complies with federal and state requirements for nondiscrimination in employment.
Posted on January 11, 2012
Director of Gift Planning - Ducks Unlimited
Ducks Unlimited, Inc., the continent’s leader in waterfowl and wetlands conservation, seeks a Director of Gift Planning for the Great Lakes/Atlantic Region (based in Ann Arbor).
Responsibilities
• Coordinate with the Managing Director of Gift Planning and the Managing Director of Development to enhance and expand the gift planning program in the Great Lakes/Atlantic Region.
• Present the Ducks Unlimited story and mission to motivate supporters to include DU in their gift and estate planning.
• Identify, cultivate and solicit planned gifts from individuals to support the endowment and conservation mission of Ducks Unlimited.
• Steward existing gift planning donors to foster their ongoing relationship with DU.
• Partner with grassroots and conservation staff to raise awareness of DU’s planned giving program.
• Develop a regional network of planning professionals willing to assist with the gift planning program.
• Secure appropriate documentation on planned gifts.
• Assist with the planning and implementation of the gift planning marketing program.
Qualificiations
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years of fundraising experience with an emphasis on gift planning or equivalent financial/estate planning experience and a strong conservation ethic. Additional qualifications include:
• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship and team building skills
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Commitment to and experience with prospect moves management
• Ability to provide leadership and guidance to other fundraising professionals and volunteers
• Computer literacy with a proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet and database management programs
The successful candidate will be a self starter who has the ability to work independently as well as part of a team and is driven to succeed. Familiarity or experience with major gift fundraising, a working knowledge of the region’s philanthropic community, and an interest in outdoor conservation activities are also desired. The selected candidate should have the desire and ability to travel extensively within the region and will be expected to work in the Great Lakes/Atlantic Regional Office in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Application Process
To apply, please visit www.ducks.org/jobs to submit a cover letter and resume indicating your qualifications and why you are interested in the position. For further information about this position, contact Jon Rich, Managing Director of Gift Planning at jrich@ducks.org. Resume review will begin on Monday, January 23, 2012 and continue until the position is filled.
Posted on January 11, 2012
Advancement Director (CLC Network)
CLC Network, founded in 1979, is a non-profit consulting organization whose major focus is promoting the inclusion of persons with disabilities into full participation within community life. CLC Network draws its clients primarily from families, churches and religiously affiliated non-public schools. We are looking for an Advancement Director to continue gift income procurement which amounts to approximately twenty-five percent (25%) of the total 1.2 million annual operating budget. In addition, the Advancement Director would be responsible for enhancing the growth of the Endowment Fund as well as preparing and running Capital Campaigns as requested by the Board of Directors. Please be advised to find further organizational information at the CLC Network website (clcnetwork.org).
Responsibilities
Reports To: Executive Director and Board of Directors Finance Committee
Basic Responsibilities:
Procure adequate financial resources;
Engage the community and develop constituency support;
Ensure the financial stability of CLC Network.
Candidates will need to develop:
The ability to tell CLC Network’s story.
Passion for the mission of CLC Network.
Commitment to the vision of “inclusive” kingdom building.
An ability to re-imagine church, school and extended family relationships.
Candidates must demonstrate:
Christian commitment, life style and character.
Servant and service mentality linked with ability to inspire colleagues and donors alike.
Passion about:
Justice
Equity
Mutuality/Interdependence
Successfully written work products (newsletter, annual fund drive solicitation, advertising copy, etc.)
Ability to develop and execute an organizational communication plan:
Website
Social Media
Print Media
Face-to-Face
Candidates must be able to attend to the following tasks:
Create new opportunities to support the mission of CLC Network.
Establish forecasts and prepare evaluations of donor related activities.
Increase the base of support in terms of donors and volunteers. Build the necessary volunteer structure to create appropriate solicitor/volunteer match.
Develop calendars and gift giving action plans for each annual fund campaign (individuals, businesses, churches, foundations, granting institutions).
Direct the production, coordination and implementation of solicitation and volunteer orientation training materials.
Meaningfully acknowledge and thank donors and volunteers in order to maintain and improve relations.
Develop, plan, organize and produce both endowment and capital campaigns as needed and requested by the Executive Director in conjunction with Board of Directors.
Create, supervise, participate (but delegate) direct fundraising events involving CLC Network constituent
Qualificiations
Position Requirements (minimum qualifications):
Bachelor’s Degree in related field
Two to three years of fundraising experience, including direct face-to- face work with donors.
Demonstrated success and evidence of ability to plan and execute a fund drive.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Demonstrated supervision of support and clerical staff.
Strategic communication skills including ability to write and speak persuasively.
Familiarity with donor database systems.
Ability to work well in a close team environment.
Salary and benefits:
Compensation package commensurate with credentials and experience including:
Competitive salary range
Health Insurance (Health Savings Account)
Dedicated pension plan (5 year vestment)
Personal time benefits (vacation, sick days, etc.)
Vehicle allowance
Application Process
Application process:
Send cover letter, resume and statement of faith to R.H. “Bear” Berends at bear@clcnetwork.org
Posted on December 08, 2011