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Inspire Washington · 20 hours ago

Development and Membership Manager

Washington, United States

Part-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$48K/yr - $56K/yr

2+ years exp

Inspire Washington is a nonprofit organization focused on cultural development, and they are seeking a Development and Membership Manager. This role involves executing fundraising efforts, managing membership programs, and enhancing donor communication to support the organization's mission and financial goals.

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Hiring Manager

Jessi Wasson

Responsibilities

Through events and individual donations, raise $80,000, and through grants/sponsorships, raise $150,000 annually for Inspire WA with support and oversight from Executive Director and/or Deputy Director

Manage the Membership (organizations and individuals) program by growing the program, stewarding the members, and facilitating member activities and benefits

Prioritize and coordinate Executive Director’s engagement with fundraising

Grant writing to support tours, education events, and Arts for All initiative

Promote and execute effective and proactive stewardship and donor communication strategies

Establish a strong voice that aligns with Inspire Washington’s mission, fundraising priorities, and overall messaging and branding

Create, write, and edit development communications and other related materials that may include impact reporting, emails, and annual fund letters

Serve as project manager for all fundraising events. Current events include one large summer fundraiser and 1-3 small house/org parties

Donor and recognition activities to create and implement systems to anticipate, schedule, track, and evaluate recognition projects

Facilitate creation of donor lists and implementation of donor recognition elements. Ensure that donors are recognized accurately in print and online

Facilitate monthly individual membership newsletter email series

Always safeguard the confidentiality of donor information

Maintain and adhere to policies around information gathering and sharing in accordance with professional ethics standards

Support additional Inspire WA programs as needed

Qualification

Fundraising principlesGrant writingProject coordinationMicrosoft OfficeDonor relationsCustomer serviceBonterra softwareCultural sector knowledgeCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsAttention to detailTeamwork

Required

Bachelor's degree and two (2) or more years' related experience in development; or equivalent professional experiences

Proven project coordination skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks/requests under strict time constraints and meet deadlines in a professional manner

High attention to detail and the ability to audit work for accuracy and quality

Experience writing key messages to multiple audiences

Demonstrated knowledge of fundraising principles and techniques, direct mail appeals, and grant writing

Ability to work independently as well as within diverse teams and environments, while treating everyone with respect

Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a specific ability to create donor solicitations, acknowledgements, and stewardship pieces such as engaging reports and donor profiles

Exceptional interpersonal skills, including the ability to form professional relationships and to communicate effectively, delivering exceptional customer service to a variety of stakeholders, both verbally and in writing

Demonstrated computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Teams)

Ability to listen patiently and attentively, ability to articulate clearly and effectively, and adapt communication based on audience and purpose with inclusivity

Ability to work a non-standard/flexible schedule, which may include weekends and evenings, as necessary