Director for Advancement

This position description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being
performed by people in this category. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all
responsibilities, duties and skills required of people in these positions.

Work Team:

Advancement

Reports To:

Executive Directors

Position Classification:

Remote/Hybrid

Length of Service:

Ongoing

POSTION SUMMARY

The Director for Advancement is responsible for all fundraising, outreach, and communications efforts, managing a team to execute the work, and collaborating with staff across departments of the organization. The Director for Advancement works with the Board of Directors and Development Committee to determine priorities, and cultivates relationships with our current and prospective donors and supporters and actively engages in acquiring gifts.

More than 6,000 people visit and/or volunteer each year. Holden Village is a 501C-3 non-profit organization. Sixty percent (60%) of our operating budget is derived from fees paid by guests; forty percent (40%) is derived from annual donations.

MAJOR FUNCTIONS

(principal duties and responsibilities; such as categories supported, staff size, volume managed, etc)

Cultivate relationships with the community, volunteers, and both current and prospective donors
Supervise team of employees and volunteers on the Advancement team, including the areas of content creation and design, digital media, annual fund, capital campaign, outreach, and special events
Work with Board of Directors Development Committee to plan, prioritize, implement Holden Village’s fundraising strategy
Provide support and counsel to the Holden Village Executive Directors in developing initiatives and strategic plans to advance Holden Village’s development effort and achieve goals
Provide leadership in carrying out Holden Village’s mission, vision, and core values through print and digital publications, and website and social media presence
Member of Holden Village senior leadership team
Create multi-year communications and development plans
Represent the advancement goals and vision of Holden Village to the public
Provide timely tracking, recognition and reporting of donors
Oversee maintenance of the organization’s donor tracking database
Provide development reports and updates for Directors and Board
Percentage of work time, on average, spent in the Village 25% Outside the Village 75%

UNIQUE REQUIREMENTS

(particular knowledge/skills related to client and/or agency needs)

Bachelor’s degree
Five+ years fund development experience including experience in major and/or planned
gifts
Strong communications and presentation skills including the ability to address small and large groups with informative materials and to persuasively convey the mission of Holden Village
The ability to earn the confidence of a wide range of internal and external constituents
Established background in coordinating nonprofit donation strategies and staff/volunteer
leadership
Proven track record of raising funds for diverse areas including capital, annual fund, programs, endowment, and events
Ability to write creatively and to formulate gift proposals
Understanding of estate planning techniques and gift planning methods
Ability to create and implement a communication and marketing strategy for several different audiences
Familiar with donor databases and other fundraising technology
Strong customer-service mindset and commitment to accountability
Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Holden Village
A creative, organized, focused and goal-oriented personality coupled with a high level of initiative, energy and ability to work independently and collaboratively

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

(position specifications; such as knowledge/education, skills, problem solving/decision making, risk/bottom line results, management responsibility – people and functions)

Bachelor’s degree
Five+ years fund development experience including experience in major and/or planned
gifts
Strong communications and presentation skills including the ability to address small and large groups with informative materials and to persuasively convey the mission of Holden Village
The ability to earn the confidence of a wide range of internal and external constituents
Established background in coordinating nonprofit donation strategies and staff/volunteer
leadership
Proven track record of raising funds for diverse areas including capital, annual fund, programs, endowment, and events
Ability to write creatively and to formulate gift proposals
Understanding of estate planning techniques and gift planning methods
Ability to create and implement a communication and marketing strategy for several different audiences
Familiar with donor databases and other fundraising technology
Strong customer-service mindset and commitment to accountability
Commitment to the mission, vision and values of Holden Village
A creative, organized, focused and goal-oriented personality coupled with a high level of initiative, energy and ability to work independently and collaboratively

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

As a remote, “downlake” employee, you are eligible for the following compensation and benefits:

Full-time, $60,000 – $67,000 annually DOQ + opportunity for performance bonuses
Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
Basic life insurance
Simple IRA Match up to 3% of base salary
Mobile phone and travel expense reimbursement
Boat tickets, room & board for employee provided for work-related Village visits
Friend and Family days for trips to the Village (subject to availability)
Vacation – self-managed PTO, in collaboration with your supervisor.
Life Flight membership (emergency helicopter transport based on medical need)
Access to amazing hiking opportunities, community events, teaching sessions, art studios and other educational opportunities!