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CuriOdyssey · 2 days ago

Development Operations Manager

CuriOdyssey is a nonprofit organization seeking a Development Operations Manager to support their fundraising activities. This role involves managing gift processing, providing administrative support to the Development team, and cultivating donor relationships.

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Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of gift processing, including gift entry, acknowledgements, payment and pledge gift entry, tracking and reporting, recognition for gifts from all sources, etc. Responsible for ongoing donor acknowledgement, appreciation, and recognition consistent with gift level
Provide front-line support to the Development team in fundraising, including but not limited to providing administrative support, gift processing, coordinating solicitation mailings, supporting donor cultivation events, developing support materials and collateral, preparing donor recognition, reporting, editing and proof-reading, managing e-communications, etc
Use nonprofit development software, currently Blackbaud’s Altru, for gift entry, tracking and reporting, revenue metrics, event registration, fundraising and prospect tracking and management
Manage department metrics, goals, and produce reports on a regular basis. Provide support for financial reconciliation as needed
Support the Development team in managing, cultivating and stewarding individual donor relationships, including responding to inquiries, delivering donor benefits and access, writing and formatting e-communications, event registration and tracking, supporting stewardship activities, etc
Cultivate existing individual donors and encourage renewal, retention and increased donor support
Provide support for the Sponsor-an-Animal program, including developing pricing, strategy, and promotions, to generate additional revenue
Working with the Marketing team, design and implement e-communications and appeals using MailChimp and social media; create graphics in Canva for use in social posts, appeal mailings, signage, and email campaigns
Working with the Marketing team, create an annual Impact Report to highlight philanthropic contributions, donors, and organization success throughout the year
Provide event coordination and support for annual fundraising benefit in conjunction with Development staff, and support numerous donor cultivation events and meetings, donor hospitality, etc
Provide general office assistance (e.g. filing, maintaining inventory, list pulls, data entry, etc.)
Work effectively with diverse constituencies within and outside the organization, such as board members, staff and volunteers. Represent the Development Department at inter-department meetings as assigned
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Development or leadership

Qualification

Blackbaud AltruGoogle WorkspaceMicrosoft OfficeMailChimpProject management systemAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Exhibits strong sensitivity to donor confidentiality and excellent judgment in addressing donor needs and feelings
Demonstrated proficiency with Google Workspace and Microsoft Office suite of products including Word, Excel and PowerPoint (including advanced use of Word mail merge functions and Excel formulas and functions)
Proficiency with e-commerce sites such as CommitChange and e-marketing platforms such as MailChimp
Demonstrated proficiency with a project management system; familiarity with Slack a plus
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
Excellent communication skills, including writing, editing, proofreading and communication skills
Work effectively with sensitivity and confidentiality with diverse constituencies within and outside the organization, such as board members, donors, staff and volunteers
Ability to manage multiple projects and work assignments
Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone, with high degree of professionalism
Ability to accomplish projects with little supervision and shifting priorities
Strong customer service ethic and high expectations for quality
At least 3 years' experience with office administrative management or transferable experience
Must be at least 18 years old and eligible to work in the United States
LiveScan background check clearance

Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred; significant work experience can substitute for the degree
Candidates familiar with CuriOdyssey and its programs are encouraged

Benefits

Individual Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance (dependents additional)
403(b) Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
CuriOdyssey Membership
And more.

Company

CuriOdyssey

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CuriOdyssey is a museum that houses over 100 animals for children and adults to interact with and learn about.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Jessa Barzelay, M.N.A.
Chief Programs Officer and Director of Education
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Maureen Garrett
Chief Development Officer
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