The Providence Eye ยท 1 day ago
Director of Development and Partnerships
Providence County, RI
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$55K/yr - $55K/yrThe Providence Eye is a digital news organization based in Providence, RI, seeking a full-time Director of Development and Partnerships to lead their revenue generation efforts. This role involves planning and managing fundraising initiatives, overseeing donor relations, and collaborating with the Publisher to foster a culture of philanthropy within the organization.
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Responsibilities
Design and lead a comprehensive development strategy, including annual giving, major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and grants
Participate in all aspects of the gift cycle, including:
Initiating contacts with prospective donors (individuals and businesses)
Developing cultivation strategies and moving prospects toward solicitation and closure
Making direct solicitations when appropriate
Maintaining stewardship with current donors to deepen engagement and giving
Manage the annual NewsMatch period, including strategy, campaign design, segmentation, and evaluation
Identify, cultivate, and solicit major gift prospects, maintaining a portfolio of donors and prospects with capacity for significant giving
Ensure accurate and timely documentation of donor intentions and gifts in donor records
Oversee and manage the grant writing process to identify, research, and develop proposals to private foundations, corporations, and government agencies
Cultivate and secure corporate sponsorships for events and programs
Publicize advertising opportunities for venues/event sponsors in The Providence Eye calendar
Conduct prospect research and analysis to inform cultivation strategies, understand donor trends, and identify new giving opportunities
Monitor donor and prospect contacts to ensure thoughtful and strategic relationship-building
Maintain accurate and confidential donor records in development database(s); generate timely acknowledgment and stewardship communications
Work closely with the Publisher, Board members, and others to engage stakeholders in fundraising
Serve as a visible and active ambassador for The Providence Eye in the community
Qualification
Required
Proven record of securing gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations
Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Motivated self-starter who can work collaboratively and independently with purpose and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
Ability to establish and expertly manage professional and interpersonal relationships with all organization members and external stakeholders
Demonstrates exceptional professional level written and verbal communication skills
Is open and receptive to new ideas and constructive feedback
Demonstrates excellent problem-solving and creative-thinking skills
Demonstrates excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines
Demonstrates flexibility in work assignments and willingness to play an active role in the success of our branded communications
Benefits
We put 3% salary toward a SIMPLE IRA that vests immediately without a match requirement from you.
Generous stipend for health insurance.
9 paid holidays a year.
10 days of paid vacation a year.
Company
The Providence Eye
The Providence Eye is a nonprofit journalistic initiative devoted to informing and empowering the public about events and issues of concern to residents and visitors of Providence, RI and the surrounding area.
Founded in 2023
0-1 employees
Funding
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