ACCESS College Foundation: Vice-President for Development
Reports to: President and CEO Status: Exempt
Description:
The Vice-President for Development (VPD) reports directly to the President and CEO and participates as a member of the Executive Leadership Team. The VPD is responsible for the management of the Development Department and a comprehensive fundraising program. The VPD shall provide leadership, strategic direction, management, and coordination for all fundraising and communications efforts. The VPD works closely with the CEO, Board’s Development Committee and Marketing Committee Chairs, and other key staff and volunteers to achieve the organization’s fundraising goals. This position follows the schedule for the ACCESS Main Office, which is generally Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. There are times that after-hours and weekend work will be required. Salary will be commensurate with experience and a robust benefits package is available.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree. Five years of experience as a Development Director or other high-level position in a development department or fundraising environment. Excellent written and oral communication skills a must. Excellent computer skills, especially in Word, Excel, Outlook, Raiser’s Edge/NXT and other relational database programs. Must have a valid Virginia Driver’s License and maintain a good driving record. Must have own transportation. Bending, lifting, and other physical activity may be required at times. Must be able to lift, push, or pull a minimum of fifty pounds from one location to another, as well as stand and sit for prolonged periods of time.
Preferred Qualifications:
A master’s degree. Professional experience in a nonprofit organization with demonstrated success in managing and forging relationships with multiple donor sources.
Required Skills:
Successful candidate must:
Be extremely detail-oriented and resourceful
Be highly communicative
Be pro-active and identify/implement process improvements
Be committed to promoting a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging culture
Possess good judgment and discretion
Have experience with building and growing a high functioning team
Have ability to network and build strong relationships within the community
Have ability to be a self-starter with excellent prioritization and time management skills
Have ability to work both cooperatively with a team and independently with minor supervision
Have ability to present a professional demeanor under a variety of conditions
Have experience organizing and implementing fundraising and marketing activities as well as special events
Essential Functions:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
Development Leadership and Engagement: In conjunction with the President and CEO, establish development strategies, including an annual fundraising plan, and administer and oversee the implementation of all fundraising efforts.
Development Department Management: Create and oversee the implementation of the Development Department’s annual strategic plan and facilitate the plan into an actionable calendar of project timelines.
Grant Management: Oversee the research and writing of grants as well as the review and final approval prior to submission.
Communications, Marketing, and Special Events: Oversee the production and publication of all electronic and printed materials, including, but not limited to- Annual Report, solicitations, invitations, brochures, etc. Coordinate public relations and marketing efforts as well as special events.
Financial: Oversee development of annual departmental budget and maintain expense versus budget spreadsheet.
To Apply:
Submit resume, letter of interest, and professional references by email with “Vice-President for Development” as the subject line to Bonnie Sutton, President and CEO, at bsutton@accesscollege.org no later than 11:59 pm on May 10, 2024 (or until the position is filled). Summarize any training, skills and/or characteristics you have that qualify you for the position as well as salary requirements. AA/EOE/Drug Free Workplace. No phone calls/walk-ins accepted.
