What are the responsibilities and job description for the Donor Relations Specialist position at Fulton Theatre?
Description
The Fulton Theatre Company seeks a Donor Relations Specialist to assist with day-to-day development and fundraising efforts and special events with a special focus on individual and corporate donors at the $1,000-$4,999 level. This position, reporting to the Executive Director of Development is a Full-time, exempt position.
Primary Job Duties
Lead and manage the annual Individuals Campaign efforts (i.e. renewal, acquisition, subscription) involving donors $4,999 & below.
Lead and manage the annual Broadbase Corporate Campaign for businesses contributing $2,999 & below.
Lead and manage the Performance Sponsorship program for businesses and individuals contributing $1,250.
Lead and manage participation in the Lancaster County Community Foundation’s annual Extra Give.
Assist with annual donor solicitation letters, support materials, thank you letters and phone calls.
Create and organize gift documentation and maintain donor files and records for the above areas.
Review weekly acknowledgement reports and assist with monthly pledge billing reports and invoicing.
Provide an outstanding experience for donors by assisting with the dedicated Producers Circle hotline.
Coordinate development event preparation and represent the development team at sponsor receptions, dinners, performances, and other events.
Support the Executive Director of Development with executing the season-long timeline and the oversight of donor events.
Perform other duties as required or assigned which are within the scope of the job classification.
Requirements - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent writing/editing, customer service, and verbal communication skills.
Strong analytical ability and attention to detail
Superior administrative and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently but also collaboratively on simultaneous projects with other internal departments.
Tactful, diplomatic and able to maintain confidential or sensitive financial information.
Familiarity with nonprofit database systems; experience with Tessitura a plus.
Proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Excel.
Able and willing to work flexible hours when necessary, including evenings and weekends.
Requirements - Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree and/or two or more years of related experience in donor relations, events management and/or fundraising.