Director of Development Services: Barnes Foundation

Bryn Mawr College; Wales; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Wales is seeking a Director of Development Services. This role involves collaboration in planning development initiatives and oversight of donor communications. The ideal candidate must have a Bachelor's degree, five years of nonprofit experience, and advanced skills in Salesforce CRM and Microsoft Office applications. Strong leadership and excellent communication skills are essential for effective fundraising activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least five years’ experience in nonprofit management or fund development.
• Demonstrated leadership with financial and project management experience.
• Advanced knowledge of database administration and proficiency in Salesforce CRM.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and analytical reasoning skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate in overall planning and oversight of development information.
• Serve as a fundraising advocate for the organization.
• Effectively organize fundraising activities and prioritize prospects.

Job description

The Director of Development Services collaborates with the Deputy Director for Advancement and development leadership staff in the overall planning, integration, and oversight and the administration of development information and related systems of institutional donor and constituent-related communications and stewardship programs. S/he is an advancement resource for all Foundation business units and serves as a fundraising advocate for the organization with both its internal and external constituents.

Education/Training/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least five years’ experience in nonprofit management, fund development, donor relations and stewardship, or fund-raising administration roles. At least two years’ experience in developing and tracking relationships with high level donors.
• Demonstrated leadership including
  • Financial and project management experience
  • Effectively organizing fundraising activities including, prioritizing prospects, and contributing to high-level gift strategy
  • Capital campaign experience.
• Advanced knowledge of and expertise in database administration including
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Salesforce CRM at an advanced level in a nonprofit environment
  • Familiarity with ACME or other ticketing software and/or CRM systems
  • Advanced querying skills using SQL or equivalent tools.
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office, Excel, and Power Point.
• Leadership including the interpersonal and professional skills necessary to manage staff and work effectively with all foundation constituents.
• Excellent personal organizational, communication skills, analytical reasoning skills, and demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and to prioritize.