Strategic Fundraising Director: Lead Events & Donor Growth

The Arc of Palm Beach County; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of Palm Beach County seeks a Director of Fundraising & Development to build relationships with local businesses and stakeholders and to advance the organization's goals. This role will create, produce, and manage approximately three annual fundraising events and three third-party events.

The position requires strong communication, budgeting, and donor management skills, with collaboration across the Advancement and Executive teams. Some travel within Palm Beach County is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or 4 years of related experience.
• Experience in sales, marketing or fundraising.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to foster strong relationships.
• Research and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Create, produce, and manage approximately three annual fundraising events and three third party events.
• Identify and cultivate corporate and foundation sponsors.
• Plan and coordinate special fundraising events for The Arc of Palm Beach County.
• Develop and manage event work plans.
• Maintain event budgets and monthly reconciliations.
• Manage donor database, including data entry and reporting.
• Lead event teams comprised of coworkers and volunteers.
• Travel throughout Palm Beach County to attend meetings as necessary.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Organization

Time management

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Arc of Palm Beach County seeks a Director of Fundraising & Development to build relationships with local businesses and stakeholders and to advance the organization's goals. This role will create, produce, and manage approximately three annual fundraising events and three third-party events.

The position requires strong communication, budgeting, and donor management skills, with collaboration across the Advancement and Executive teams. Some travel within Palm Beach County is expected.