This position is responsible for developing and executing a strategy for building relationships and raising funds. The position reports to the Vice President of Institutional Advancement and is an integral part of the Institutional Advancement team. 

Essential Duties:

Key duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy for current and prospective annual fund and leadership donors. 
• Secure gifts from donors through qualification, cultivation, engagement, and direct solicitation. 
• Maintain a schedule of contacts with assigned prospects in order to meet rigorous annual activity and fundraising goals.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen relationships and increase philanthropic support.
• Use Raiser’s Edge to record, plan and report on fundraising activities.
• Supports overall strategic plan of the organization.
• Ability to adhere to our organization's core values and commitments.

Essential Qualifications:

Key qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• Three to five years’ experience as a fundraiser.
• High degree of emotional intelligence in communicating and interacting with donors and handling sensitive and confidential situations. Ability to listen, be empathetic, solve problems and build and maintain relationships.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High energy with ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated ability to juggle multiple, competing tasks and demands.
• Ability to access and utilize ADP app on smartphone or other device for access to agency programs.

Physical/Travel Requirements:

Must be able to travel to locations in and around Westchester County. The employee must be able to meet these requirements with or without reasonable accommodation.

Disclaimer:

Nothing in this job description restricts the right Andrus has to modify the duties/responsibilities of this job at any time, with or without advanced notice.

EEO Statement:

Andrus is an equal opportunity employer.