Foundation Development Director

Benedictine; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EEO/AA/Vet Friendly

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Medical benefits

Job summary

Benedictine is seeking a Foundation Development Director to lead fundraising efforts for its communities in Minnesota and Wisconsin. You will build major gift pipelines, manage donor relationships, and partner with leaders to align fundraising with strategic goals.

The role requires strong interpersonal, communication, and governance skills, with a focus on ethics and stewardship. A comprehensive benefits package is offered along with a competitive salary range.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in marketing, business, communications or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in fundraising, development, or related field.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Acceptable driving record that meets Benedictine requirements.
• Experience in major gift solicitation.
• Experience in working with volunteer boards.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational, time-management and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, email and internet applications.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards major gift donors. Builds and manages a portfolio of at least 75 prospective major gift donors.
• Completes timely reports of meetings, proposals, communication and progress in Raisers Edge, meeting/exceeding Foundation metrics at all times.
• Partners with Community Executive Director(s) and other Benedictine leaders to ensure thoughtful engagement and relationship management.
• Documents all donor visits and/or meaningful interactions to coordinate communication with stakeholders.
• Oversees donor/prospect data and upholds confidential handling and release of information; follows State and Federal regulations and Benedictine policies.
• Promotes the Benedictine Mission and Core Values by everyday actions.
• Performs other duties, tasks, and/or projects as assigned.

Skills

Fundraising

Major gift solicitation

Donor relations

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree in marketing, business, communications or related field

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Email applications

Job description

Foundation Development Director

• Job Locations: USA-MN-Winona | USA-WI-La Crosse
• Campus Name: Benedictine Living Community-Winona
• Category: Philanthropy/Fund Development
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Shift: Days
• Specific Shift Times: 8am-5pm
• Scheduled Days of the Week: Monday-Friday
• Weekend Work Requirement: None
• Salary Range: $75,000-$105,000

Overview

The Foundation Development Director is responsible for raising funds to meet Benedictine's financial goals for communities within the organization. This position will work on behalf of assigned Benedictine communities in close partnership with the Support Center, and Operational leadership teams. This position will develop and execute fundraising strategies and implement best practices. The Foundation Development Director will advance relationships between donors and prospective donors with the purpose of securing major gift commitments to further the mission of the organization. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, management competencies, communication skills, and ethical principles.

Responsibilities

Secures philanthropic funds to meet/exceed annual philanthropy goals and meets monthly metrics and utilizes best practices.

• Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards major gift donors. Builds and manages a portfolio of at least 75 prospective major gift donors. Completes timely reports of meetings, proposals, communication and progress in Raisers Edge, meeting/exceeding Foundation metrics at all times.
• Partners with Community Executive Director(s) and other Benedictine leaders to ensure thoughtful engagement and relationship management. Documents all donor visits and/or meaningful interactions in an effort to achieve coordinated communication with all stakeholders in the relationship-building process.
• Oversees donor/prospect data and upholds stringent and consistent practices for confidential handling and release of information; follows State and Federal regulations and Benedictine policies and
• Promotes the Benedictine Mission and Core Values of Hospitality, Stewardship, Respect and Justice by bringing the Mission and Core Values into the day-to-day activities of the company.
• Performs other duties, tasks, and/or projects as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Bachelor's Degree in marketing, business, communications or related field
• Three (3) years of experience in fundraising, development, or related field
• Valid Driver's License
• Acceptable driving record that meets Benedictine requirements
• Experience in major gift solicitation
• Experience in working with volunteer boards
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organizational, time-management and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, email and internet applications

QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED

• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE)
• Donor/gift/constituent database experience
• Grant writing experience
• Management or leadership experience

EEO/AA/Vet Friendly

Salary Range

$75,000-$105,000

Benefits Statement

A robust benefits package is available to eligible associates, designed to meet the needs of every stage of life, including paid time off (PTO), retirement, medical, dental, vision, education assistance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits. For more information visit our website at www.benedictineliving.org.