Assistant Executive Director, DMC

The ARC of Union County Inc; Springfield (NJ); On-site; USD 113,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Union County Inc in Springfield, NJ, is seeking an Assistant Executive Director of Development and Marketing to direct a comprehensive fundraising program. You will lead donor prospecting, corporate and foundation fundraising, and strategic planning to secure resources for the agency’s mission.

The role requires a master’s degree and extensive fundraising leadership experience, with responsibility for writing proposals, managing staff, and reporting to the board.

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of progressive fundraising experience.
• Experience managing staff and communicating goals to the board.
• Master's degree in marketing, communications, or liberal arts.
• Membership in AFP and professional fundraising certifications (CNP, PCM, ACFRE).

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and oversee a comprehensive fundraising program.
• Develop long-range strategic priorities and proposals.
• Lead corporate and foundation fundraising, donor prospecting, and research.
• Design and market a compelling case for support.

Skills

Windows proficiency

Fundraising software

Education

Master's degree in marketing, Communications, or Liberal Arts

Tools

Blackbaud CRM

Raiser's Edge

Job description

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Springfield, NJ, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1283

Salary: $125,000.00 Annually

Summary: The Arc of Union County Inc. is a leading provider of person-centered services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, offering a variety of programs and services. The Assistant Executive Director of Development and Marketing (DMC) is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating, overseeing, and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program. The goal of this program is to secure financial resources from individuals, foundations, corporations, and other sources to support the agency's budget and development strategies. The incumbent will project contributions to the annual budget, report on gift revenues, and provide progress updates. Serving as the agency’s principal fundraising officer and grants administrator, the Assistant Executive Director, DMC, will design long-range strategic priorities, execute corporate and foundation proposal writing, and conduct donor prospecting and research. This role involves managing the organization’s fundraising efforts, which may include planned giving, principal gifts, annual funds, multi-year fundraising campaigns (including a potential capital campaign), and special events. Additionally, the Assistant Executive Director will design, develop, and market a compelling case for support.

Skills:

• Proficient in Windows software. Strong preference for experience in optimizing the use of philanthropy and fundraising software, such as Blackbaud CRM or Raiser's Edge.

Experience:

• A minimum of ten years of progressively responsible fundraising experience. Proven success in engaging various donor segments, including individuals, companies, corporations, and foundations.
• Management experience, with the ability to motivate and lead a team, set objectives, manage staff performance, and communicate goals effectively to the board of directors or volunteers.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in marketing, Communications, or Liberal Arts
• Membership in the Association for Fundraising Professionals. Certified Nonprofit Professional (CNP). Professional Certified Marketer (PCM) from the American Marketing Association (AMA). Advanced Certified Fundraising Executive (ACFRE)

(EEO statement) The Arc of Union County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.