Northern CA

Rhythmix Cultural Works seeks a Development Director to develop fundraising goals and strategies, solicitation procedures, and oversee all fundraising activities/campaigns. The ideal candidate will be an outgoing relationship-builder that is responsible for developing business partnerships and fundraising events/campaigns related to the organization. You will identify new prospects that will help accelerate the company’s financial growth and serve as liaison with donors, sponsors, foundations and funding partners. The Development Director will also help to establish major gifts and planned giving programs to help build capacity and sustainability for the organization.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet prospective donors and supporters on a regular basis to establish relationships and build effective communications with them.
• Direct the annual fund program, including mailings and annual fundraising drives.
• Coordinate fundraising special events.
• Oversee prospect research.
• Build a major gifts program including identification, cultivation and solicitation of major donors.
• Work closely with Rhythmix Executive Director, staff and Board of Directors.
• Develop proficiency in Patron Manager fundraising database, tracking donors, generating reports and post donation recognition/appreciation.
• Attend community events as a Rhythmix ambassador to share information about the organization with the community.
• Supervise and collaborate with other fundraising staff.
• Oversee creation of brochures and one-sheets to support fundraising/sponsorship activities.
• Maintain gift recognition, donor and in-kind donor followup.
• Help develop a planned giving program with a focus on deferred gifts such as bequest expectancies.
• Perform data-analysis, list-segmentation and other related duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be passionate about the arts and embrace Rhythmix Cultural Works’ mission (please visit: www.rhythmix.org)
• Strong interpersonal, public relations, communications and writing skills.
• Have knowledge and experience in fundraising techniques, particularly major gift fundraising.
• Possess the skills to work with and motivate staff, board members and other volunteers.
• Have the desire to work independently and build external relationships.
• Be a self-starter and goal driven to initiate donor visits and fundraising calls.
• Be organized and exhibit follow through on tasks and goals.
• Display a positive attitude, show concern for people and community, demonstrate presence, self-confidence, common sense and good listening ability.
• Have 5 years minimum experience in professional fundraising.
• Have knowledge and/or willingness to learn about and be involved with the Alameda community.
• Willingness and ability to work occasional evenings and/or weekends to attend or volunteer at events
• Strong computer literacy with MS Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Working knowledge of Salesforce/Patron Manager, MailChimp

SALARY/BENEFITS:

P/T: 20-25 hours/week (flexible). Competitive/commensurate with experience and other qualifications.

APPLICATION:

Please E-mail resume and letter of interest to:  bean@rhythmix.org

No Phone calls please