Chief Advancement Officer
Nantucket Boys & Girls Club
WHATEVER IT TAKES TO BUILD GREAT FUTURES
Job Description
The Nantucket Boys & Girls Club is seeking a strategic Chief Advancement Officer to lead the organization into its next stage of growth. This leader is responsible for creating and implementing a comprehensive fundraising and marketing strategy, plan, and engine to support the Nantucket Boys & Girls Club. Working collaboratively with the Chief Executive Officer, the leadership team, and with the Board, this leader will build a fund development program to include major and individual gifts, foundation grants, endowment, corporate sponsorships, events, and other strategies to raise significant funds annually. The Chief Advancement Officer will drive awareness and advocacy of NBGC’s mission, need, and deliverables that reflect the diverse Nantucket demographics and ensure the funds to make the mission a reality.
From May to October the position will be based on Nantucket Island while there will be flexibility during the shoulder months. Annual Club events fall in early June (Sam Sylvia Golf Tournament) and August (Tim Russert Summer Groove).
Applications should be sent to: Carla Beaudoin at carla@impactcommunitygiving.com
To apply please include a cover letter, resume, and writing sample.
KEY RELATIONSHIPS
Reports to | Jamie Foster, (Chief Executive Officer) |
Direct reports | Development Organizational Structure under the direct purview of this leader Donor Relations Manager Event and Marketing Manager Event Coordination (Contract) Public Funding Coordination (Contract) |
Other key relationships | The Nantucket Boys and Girls Club Board of Trustees Nantucket Boys and Girls Club Volunteers Nantucket non-profit leaders Nantucket Boys and Girls Club Patrons and Donors |
Direct reports | Development Organizational Structure under the direct purview of this leader Donor Relations Manager Event and Marketing Manager Event Coordination (Contract) Public Funding Coordination (Contract) |
Other key relationships | The Nantucket Boys and Girls Club Board of Trustees Nantucket Boys and Girls Club Volunteers Nantucket non-profit leaders Nantucket Boys and Girls Club Patrons and Donors |
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
§ Understand, support, and articulate the mission and principles of the Nantucket Boys and Girls Club.
§ Lead all aspects of the Nantucket Boys & Girls Club fundraising program.
§ Spearhead an endowment capital campaign and related legacy gift campaign.
§ Formulate long-term fundraising strategies to grow and diversify the Club’s philanthropic revenue.
§ Create and implement an annual strategic fundraising plan.
§ Develop strong relationships with the Board of Trustees, the Chair of the Development Committee, staff, key funders, influencers, and others critical to individual and institutional fundraising efforts.
§ Oversee, execute, and report on the Club’s fundraising activities, including annual giving (mail and digital), mid-level and major gift prospect identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship, institutional funding (including public funding), and corporate partnerships.
§ Be primarily responsible for the success of the Club’s annual fundraising events and oversee event execution.
§ Coordinate and support the Chief Executive Officer’s and Board’s fundraising efforts, including prospect outreach, meeting preparation and follow-up, strategy development, pipeline management, and gift proposals.
§ Manage a personal pool of 50-75 major gift prospects and donors.
§ Supervise the Donor Relations Manager, Events & Marketing Manager, Event Consultant, and the Public Funding Consultant; monitoring performance and providing ongoing feedback; support career efforts.
§ Oversee the procedures and programs by which gifts are recorded and acknowledged, donors are recognized, and accurate financial records and files are maintained in accordance with IRS and donor requirements.
CANDIDATE PROFILE
Position Benefits
§ Competitive salary of $100,000-$120,000
§ Complimentary Housing (1,2,3-bedroom units available – up to a $54,000 value)
§ 401K plan with a 6% employer match
§ Blue Cross Blue Shield Health and Dental Care
§ Short Term Disability / Long Term Disability / Paid Medical
§ Generous vacation time
§ Grocery, Ferry, and Relocation stipends available
IDEAL EXPERIENCE
Fundraising Experience
Strong track record of successful fundraising, including major gifts, corporate partnerships, endowment, grant writing, and special events. Implement fundraising strategies that align with mission and values.
Strategic Planning
Specific experience in strategic planning, financial forecasting, and budgeting that aligns with an organization’s strategic goals.
Team Management
Experience managing and leading a fundraising team, including staff, volunteers, and consultants.
Donor Relationship Management
Experience cultivating and maintaining relationships with major donors, corporate partners, foundations, and other stakeholders. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build long-term relationships with donors.
Marketing and Communications
Experience developing and executing marketing and communications plans to promote the NBGC and its fundraising initiatives.
Data Analysis and Reporting
Experience analyzing fundraising data and generating reports to measure the effectiveness of development initiatives and using fundraising software and tools to track key donor KPIs.
Board and Volunteer Management
Experience cultivating and maintaining relationships with major donors, corporate partners, foundations, and other stakeholders. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build long-term relationships with donors.
Qualifications:
§ 10+ years of experience as a fundraising and development leader
§ Demonstrated success in fundraising; annual campaigns, grants, endowment and planned giving
§ Proven knowledge of fundraising techniques and sources of funding for non-profits
§ Strong written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to effectively communicate the organization's mission and impact to stakeholders.