Associate Executive Director - Tampa/Lakeland

Children's Home Society Of Florida • Lakeland, FL

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About The Position

The Associate Executive Director at Children's Home Society of Florida is responsible for advancing the organization's mission through community development and business growth. This role focuses on leading fundraising initiatives, managing donor relationships, and collaborating with various stakeholders to support the strategic objectives of CHS. The position emphasizes the importance of community partnerships and aims to enhance the organization's impact on children and families in the Tampa and Lakeland areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Development, or related field.
• Five or more years of senior level experience in professional fundraising across multiple channels.
• Experience developing and managing large-scale fundraising initiatives and special events.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating, soliciting, and closing $100,000+ in donations.
• Proficiency in fundraising software, such as Virtuous.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) certification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and execution of community development and business growth initiatives.
• Manage a donor portfolio of 30+ donors, acting as the primary relationship manager within the community.
• Direct the local Development Team in developing and executing annual goals and strategies.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director to craft strategy to establish fundraising objectives.
• Participate in annual fundraising and other events; collaborate in grant writing when needed.
• Assist the Executive Director in serving as a professional resource to regional Boards.
• Collaborate with Communications to develop and implement targeted campaigns for donors.
• Monitor and understand all CHS policies regarding risk management and donation processing.
• Create, manage, and track ROI metrics for fundraising to demonstrate the value of giving to CHS.
• Recruit, develop, and lead a team capable of supporting CHS performance and growth strategies.

Benefits

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees