Development Officer

Job Summary: This position reports to the Executive Director. Primary areas of responsibility include solicitation and stewardship of mid-level gift donors and event sponsors. Full Time.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Partner with the Executive Director to prepare the annual fundraising plan, including revenue goals and specific measurable objectives, tactics and timetables for the mid-level program.
• Execute mid-level fundraising plan and drive increased income from individual donors
• Build and manage a portfolio of 400-500 mid-level donors.
• Solicit and steward event and program sponsors
• Communicate with donors via phone, email and written correspondence
• Write donor correspondence, contact reports, proposals, and stewardship communication.
• Record all donor communication within the CRM
• Steward donor relationships and provide ongoing communication with donors regarding the impact of their support.
• Evening and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications:

Education & Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and three to five years professional experience in any of the following areas: major gift fundraising, non-profit work, sales, communications, or other related field. 
• Self-motivated individual with a proven track record in fundraising or relationship building.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Understanding of and commitment to, donor-centered philanthropy principles to develop and sustain relationships with individual donors
• Demonstrated ability to work with donors
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills to connect with donors, stakeholders and staff
• Committed work ethic and ability to work both independently and with a team
• Ability to multi-task, manage, and organize multiple initiatives
• Familiarity with using data to make fundraising decisions 
• Ability to use a variety of software applications, familiarity with Raisers Edge preferred
• Creativity, patience, and a sense of humor 
• Familiarly with and affinity for the 4-H Program or similar youth development organizations

Compensation: Salary range: $55,000-$75,000 commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes: Medical (100% Coverage), Dental, 401k matching, additional opt-in benefits available. 

Special Conditions: All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the Iowa 4-H Foundation's verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, and includes the completion of a background check.

Application Instructions:

Submit the following items to the contact listed below:

1) Resume

2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter

3) Contact information for three references

Emily Saveraid, Executive Director: esaver@iastate.edu / 515.294.1552

Applications accepted until position is filled.

For more information about the Iowa 4-H Foundation, please visit us online at: www.iowa4hfoundation.org.