Assistant to the President - Higher Ed. jobs in Madison, WI

Position Title: Assistant Vice President of Development

Department: Development

Primary Location: McKenzie Regional Workforce Center

Reports To: Chief Development Officer

Position Level: ☐Individual Contributor ☒Manager with Direct Reports

Direct Service Position: ☐Yes (What percentage: ___) ☒No

Exemption Status: ☒Exempt (Salaried) ☐Nonexempt (Hourly)

The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Development is responsible for fundraising and development activities to build visibility, impact, and financial resources through the solicitation of major gifts, special events, and corporate and foundation support to meet revenue goals for a $8.5 million organization under the direction of the Chief Development Officer (CDO). The AVP provides leadership and direction to club staff to increase engagement and support of resource development and marketing efforts. The AVP of Development positions the board to cultivate and solicit major gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations, United Way, government agencies, and others with the support of the CDO. The AVP is responsible for providing leadership and direction to staff, as needed, in supporting resource development and marketing efforts.

The AVP of Development is also expected to be flexible and adaptable, taking on other duties assigned to support the organization's overall objectives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The fundamental, crucial job duties; the functions the position exists to perform.

50% Resource Development

· Collaborate with the CEO/President and Board of Directors to develop and execute a fund development plan that increases revenues to support the organization's strategic direction under the direction of the CDO.

· Direct and implement fundraising initiatives including mailings, campaigns, and annual fundraising drives.

· In collaboration with the CDO, lead major gifts program including identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major donors.

· Conduct comprehensive research and analysis on the prospective donor base and develop solicitation strategies.

· Supports to identify, recruit, and train board members to participate in solicitation and other income development activities.

20% Donor Relations

· Establish meetings, tours, and engagement opportunities with prospective donors and supporters to cultivate strong relationships.

· Collaborate with the CDO in the stewardship process to ensure donors are acknowledged and appreciated to foster long-term engagement.

· Represent the Club at networking and community events. Develop strategic alliances with community leaders and local officials. Develop collaborative partnerships with other youth-serving organizations, members, parents, families, funders, and community organizations.

20% Special Events

· Set the strategic vision for organizational special events, including necessary goals and project timelines, under the direction of the CDO.

· Oversee team planning of logistics for special events, including obtaining sponsorships, soliciting gifts, and preparing related printed materials and publications.

10% Additional Duties

· Oversee a team of development staff providing leadership, support, and guidance to ensure the execution of development projects.

· Ensure design and development of public relations documents for use in the promotion of fundraising and education of the public, including press releases. Ensure the development and distribution of marketing documents.

· Increase visibility of Club development activities and maintain good public relations.

BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant Vice President of Development holds critical budgetary responsibilities, which include developing, managing, and overseeing the budget for all fundraising and development activities. This encompasses allocating resources efficiently to ensure financial targets, particularly the $9 million revenue goal, are met or exceeded.

RELATIONSHIPS

Internal: Maintain oral and written contact with the Chief Executive Officer, Board of Directors, staff peers, and volunteers for the purpose of exchanging information, providing progress reports regarding activities and planned programs, and coordinating events.

External: Maintain oral and written contact with other agencies, business leaders, community groups, boards of directors of such organizations, and the media for the purpose of exchanging information and ideas and for the purpose of fundraising.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Considerable knowledge of fund-raising techniques, and sources of funding for non-profit agencies and organizations.
• Knowledge of the Boys and Girls Clubs mission, objectives, policies, programs, and procedures and the principles and practices of non-profit organizations and youth development services preferred.
• Ability to organize and coordinate fund-raising operations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Club staff, Board members, volunteers, community groups, and other related agencies.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and be attentive to details.
• The ability to travel throughout Dane County. Must have valid driver's license and insurance if using a personal vehicle.

Education and Experience

· Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.

· A minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in non-profit agency operations, specifically in the fund-raising field, sales/marketing, or equivalent experience

· A minimum of 3 years direct supervision of staff.

· Demonstrated experience in special events management or solicitation of major gifts

Required Hours

​​​This position is classified as exempt and full-time regular, requiring availability to fulfill the essential duties of the role, which may include working on holidays, weekends, and evenings as necessary. The position requires occasional travel to off-site Clubs, meetings, and events. Core Business Hours are 9:00 am-5:00 pm daily.

Working conditions & Physical demands s.

​​Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and policy manuals. The ability to clearly and concisely exchange/receive ideas, facts, and/or technical information with others. Physical abilities required include bending at the waist and reaching above the shoulder to maintain files, speaking, and hearing to exchange information, and dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment. The employee must be able to sit for extended periods. The employee will have extended periods of standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, jumping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. The employee may occasionally lift or move up to 20 pounds.​

DISCLAIMER

This position description is an overview of the duties and responsibilities assigned to the role identified above. It is not intended to cover every work assignment the position may have, but rather to cover those work assignments which are predominant, permanent, and recurring. Duties and responsibilities may change, additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned without notice.

Boys and Girls Clubs of Dane County is committed to employment equity. All responses will be handled with strict confidence. Interested individuals are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and three personal references via Indeed. You can learn more about BGCDC by visiting our website: www.bgcdc.org

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• resource development: 5 years (Required)
• supervisory: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person