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County of Riverside · 1 day ago

Development Assistant Director

Riverside County, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

County of Riverside is seeking a Development Assistant Director to manage fundraising strategies and programs. The role involves leading development projects, overseeing donor relations, and executing initiatives to generate support for the Riverside University Health System.

GovernmentHealth CarePublic RelationsPublic SafetySocial

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop and implement fundraising plans that support the RUHS Foundation strategic priorities

Manage a personal portfolio of major donors and prospects

Identify emerging fundraising opportunities and evaluate potential for new revenue channels

Monitor KPI’s to ensure alignment with fundraising goals

Train and develop high-performing fundraising team members

Qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donor relationships in order to increase annual giving and engagement of major gifts programs with a focus on building a portfolio valued at least $500,000 and conducting at least twenty donor meetings per month

Responsible for managing a portfolio of donors, as well as strategically working with the Development Director in support of his or her portfolio

Plan and implement annual giving and special campaign programs as directed by the Development Director

Oversee and manage organizational activities, special events and targeted direct mail solicitations

Accountable to annual fundraising goals, timelines, budgets, and detailed plans of action for fundraising programs and supportive staff

Prepare regular fundraising progress reports on goals for the Executive Director, Foundation Board of Directors and others as directed

Oversee all gift-related acknowledgements for annual giving and major gifts

Conduct prospect research with the involvement of key organizational leaders and volunteers for solicitation activities

Provide guidance as needed for written proposals, presentation materials and other special resources needed for donor meetings

Maintain consistent, active contact with current and past donors to encourage engagement

Oversee the planning of all solicitation processes

Direct the organization, planning and implementation of volunteer committees for events as appropriate to meet established fundraising objectives

Oversee the maintenance and expansion of the organization's database of supporters in coordination with assigned support staff

Train and lead other staff and volunteers to support key fundraising efforts

Represent the RUHS Hospital when requested at community events and fundraising activities

Maintain the confidentiality of organizational and donor information

Qualification

Fundraising strategiesDonor database managementMajor donor developmentNonprofit best practicesCorporate partnershipsAnalytical abilitiesProject managementStrategic planningMicrosoft OfficeCanvaRaiser's EdgeCommunication skillsRelationship buildingCritical thinkingOrganizational skillsTeam leadershipPresentation skillsInterpersonal skillsProblem solvingConfidentiality

Required

Graduation from an accredited college or university, preferably with a major in business, public administration, marketing, communications, or other closely related field to the assignment

At least three years of progressively responsible experience in one or more of the following areas: non-profit work, fundraising, development, marketing, public administration, business administration, and donor management

Proficiency with donor related software systems (CRM)

Strong understanding of nonprofit best practices and industry trends

Demonstrated success in corporate partnerships, major donor development and multi-channel fundraising

Exceptional communications and relationship building skills

Strong strategic planning, project management, and analytical abilities

Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects

Critical thinking skills, including skill in creative and effective decision making and problem identification and resolution, and strong program management skills

Advanced knowledge of all aspects of fundraising, donor relations, principles, and techniques

Working knowledge of donor database systems, Microsoft office and Canva

Advanced written, oral and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to make persuasive and compelling presentations of goals and objectives

Monitor KPI's to ensure alignment with fundraising goals

Train and develop high-performing fundraising team members

Promote a collaborative, mission driven team culture rooted in professionalism and service

Plan and organize fundraising programs

Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Plan large events

Demonstrate strong analytical and organizational skills

Persuade donor prospects