Overview
Director of Development Jobs in Davenport, Iowa, USA at Midwestmuseums
The German American Heritage Center and Museum seeks a Development Director to support the goals and mission of the museum. The Development Director will play a crucial role in fostering and maintaining relationships with our donors and sponsors. This position involves managing donor communications, organizing fundraising events, and ensuring that our supporters feel valued and informed about the impact of their contributions.
The ideal candidate will havestrongcommunicationskills, a passion for history, and a commitment to enhancing the donor experience.
Title:Development Director
Reports to:Executive Director
Status:Full-time 40 hours/week,flexible scheduling, weekend availability
Compensation:$45,000
Benefits:Employer-contributed Health Reimbursement Account, 401(k), 2-weeks’ vacation,flexible scheduling
Key Responsibilities & Duties:
Develop and oversee the museum’s annual fundraising plan.
Secure financial support from individuals, foundations, and corporations.
Develop and maintain relationships with major individual and corporate donors and sponsors.
Develop and maintain regularcommunicationwith donors, including newsletters, thank-you letters, and impact reports.
Research and write grants to seek funding from foundations, corporations, and the government.
Gather feedback from donors to enhance their engagement and improve the donor experience.
Maintain accurate records of donor information and interactions in the museum’s donor database.
Utilize data to construct reports and strategies for fundraising campaigns.
Prepare and deliver presentations and reports highlighting the impact of donor contributions on museum programs and initiatives.
Work closely with the museum team to align donor relations strategies with the goals of the museum.
Develop print and digital marketing related to fundraising incollaborationwith the museum team.
Assist with planning and implementing social media campaigns.
Assist with special event coordination and planning.
Represent GAHC&M atcommunity events.
Other projects and duties as assigned.
Additional Duties:
Assist with facility rentals, including setup and teardown of event space if needed.
Assist at the front desk with guest services if needed.
Supervise development interns and/or graduate assistants if needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree required, ideally in communications, nonprofit administration, museum studies, or a related field OR 1-3 years’ experience in the field of nonprofit development.
Previous experience in donor relations, fundraising, or nonprofit administration preferred.
Strong written and verbalcommunication skills.
Excellent organizational andproject managementabilities.
Passion for history and the mission of the museum.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Understanding of fundraising strategies, donor engagement, and nonprofit management.
Familiarity with donor management software and database maintenance.
Basic knowledge of museum functions, history, and cultural heritage.
Excellent written and verbalcommunication skillsfor crafting engaging donor correspondence and presentations.
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with donors, staff, and community members.
Strong organizational abilities to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and details effectively.
Proficiency in researching potential donors and understanding their interests and motivations.
Ability to identify challenges and developcreative solutionsto enhance donor engag…
Title: Director of Development
Company: Midwestmuseums
Location: Davenport, Iowa, USA
Category: Non-Profit & Social Impact, Management
