Associate Director, Foundations & Individual Gifts

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The Alzheimer's Association is the world's leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer care, support, and research. We are the largest private funder of Alzheimer research and the premier source of information and support for the more than 5 million Americans with Alzheimer's disease and their 15 million families and caregivers. The Alzheimer's Association was recently recognized as the # 1 large Best Non Profit to Work For in the Non-Profit Times 50 Best Places to Work for 2012, for the second year in a row.

The Alzheimer's Association National Capital Area Chapter located in Fairfax Virginia is seeking an Associate Director, Foundations & Individual Gifts

POSITION TITLE: Associate Director, Foundations & Individual Gifts

REPORTS TO: Vice President, Development

DEPARTMENT: Development

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time Exempt Position

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The primary focus of this position is on revenue generation through foundations and intermediate level individual gifts. Primary duties include prospect research, qualifying prospects, and cultivation, maintaining foundation and individual core list portfolios, with the objective being to secure grants and donor gifts. Additionally, this position collaborates with other chapter staff for identification of foundation and individual prospects. This position is also responsible for United Way/CFC campaigns. This position will be accountable for meeting weekly, monthly, and annual metrics and revenue goals.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Coordinate with VP, Development to create annual strategy and fundraising plan and timeline for foundations and intermediate individual gift procurement

Identify, cultivate, and solicit grants (all levels) from foundations and similar institutions, and intermediate gifts ($1,000 to $9,999) from individual donors to provide financial support for the Chapter

Coordinate with senior management and program staff to identify appropriate programs for funding

Collaborate with appropriate Chapter staff and/or board to prepare proposals and present requests

Build strong relationships with existing foundation and individual intermediate donors through grant reporting and stewardship activities such as meetings, invitations to receptions and programs, etc., to ensure continued, long-term support for the Chapter

Organize, produce, and submit annual reports to foundation donors, as required

Manage Chapter processes pertaining to foundations and individual giving, including identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities. Work with National staff to ensure proper individual intermediate gift reporting so that donors may receive Alois Society benefits

Operationalize the National Office Alois stewardship program recommendations for Chapter senior management team and board involvement, with plan approval of VP, Development

Receive Alois level prospects and background information from Manager, Community Events and Support Services post-event for Women's Luncheon and Reason to Hope Breakfasts

Manage United Way/CFC campaign eligibility application process and best practices (including on insite) for increasing revenue through these channels

Coordinate with VP, Development to create annual strategy and plan and timeline for maximizing revenue opportunities and leverage of United Way/CFC campaign

Maintain a working knowledge of the Alzheimer's Association mission and its programs

Represent the Chapter at public events, conferences, and workshops. Assist with event day logistics as needed

This position will be responsible for weekly, monthly, and annual metrics and revenue goals for foundations and intermediate gifts

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

B. S. or B. A. Degree Marketing, Communications, Business Development, or related field 4-5 years of experience in foundation and individual giving, in the health care sector desirable

Experience in proposal writing and reporting

Excellent public speaking, media relations, and relationship management skills

Must be comfortable with extensive public relations and interaction with staff, medical professionals, clients, and individuals touched by Alzheimer's disease

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills, the ability to prioritize, and manage multiple priorities

Professional demeanor, with excellent interpersonal skills and relationship building skills

Excellent database and record-keeping skills

Excellent computer and research skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

The ability to analyze information and make timely, appropriate decisions

Self-starter with the ability function autonomously and as a member of a team, with a high regard for accountability and outcomes

High level of diplomacy and confidentiality with donor information.

Must be able to travel by vehicle extensively to represent the Chapter at public events, fundraisers, and media events

Personal or professional passion to provide services to individuals with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia

Must be able to work evenings and weekends, as necessary