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Rockford Rescue Mission · 5 months ago

Donor/Business Relations Specialist FT

Rockford, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$22/hr - $25/hr

Rockford Rescue Mission is dedicated to serving the community and is seeking a Donor/Business Relations Specialist to cultivate and solicit assigned donors through effective stewardship strategies. The role focuses on building relationships with donors and assisting them in achieving their stewardship goals while promoting the mission's vision and values.

CommunitiesNon ProfitSocial

Responsibilities

To cultivate and solicit all assigned donors and donor groups through stewardship strategies

To assist donors in achieving their stewardship goals

This will be accomplished through relationship building through various donor cultivation strategies

Qualification

Fundraising experienceDonor relationship cultivationHomelessnessWrittenDonor database experienceVerbal communicationProfessional demeanorTeam playerAttention to detailFlexibility

Required

Proven track record in fundraising or experience in donor relationship cultivation

Have knowledge of homelessness, rescue and funding environments on a local and national level

Must be of exemplary character displaying respect, accountability and professionalism

Proven commitment to Biblical Christian unity among pastors of different denominations

Servant leader who demonstrates faith, humility and unity

Composed and professional demeanor

Enthusiastic about Rockford Rescue Mission's purpose, vision and values

Skilled and effective in written and verbal communications

Must be teachable and function as a team player

Ability to follow a strategy for building and maintaining relationships with donors and engage them through giving financially, gifts-in-kind, and volunteering

Must be able to manage multiple tasks and work with deadlines

Must engage in safe and healthy work practices, both on the premises and off-site facilities

Must take an active part ensuring the safety, health and well-being of all Mission staff, volunteers and Mission guests

Willing to work weekends and evenings as necessary

Flexibility and a cooperative spirit are crucial

Proficient in MS Office (including Word, Excel and Outlook)

Experience with donor database

Have a passion for the work of this ministry, a highly relational and winsome disposition, sensitivity to the needs of others, and innate attention to detail