Development Director

MCT, Inc.•Missoula, MT

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Director develops and fosters strong relationships with individual donors, businesses, and friends of Missoula Children's Theatre for securing donations. This role is crucial for the financial health and growth of the organization, involving strategic planning, donor cultivation, and campaign management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or nonprofit leadership.
Minimum of six years’ experience in fundraising, public relations, business development, prospecting, stewardship, and donor relations management.
Persuasive writing, strong verbal communications, excellent customer service and the ability to interact at the executive level.
Strong interpersonal, supervision, administration, and management skills.
Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
Familiarity with donor tracking systems.
Sound judgment, professionalism, and a positive attitude.
Resourcefulness, creativity, and strong problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in business, marketing or nonprofit leadership or equivalent experience.
Proven track record of raising funds from diverse sources

Responsibilities

Develop, manage, and direct annual fund including operating budget, mailings, and associated events.
Spearhead the $6M capital campaign, including identifying new prospects, soliciting donors for multi-year major gifts, sending pledge reminders, and stewarding donors.
Grow MCT’s major gifts program with the development team and input from the executive director.
Grow the planned giving program with the development team and input from the executive director.
Manage donor database (Patron Manager) with others in the development department.
Oversee the Assistant Director of Development, providing guidance and strategy related to local business show sponsorships and advertising.
Maintain accurate, timely reporting for MCT's federal roof replacement grant in partnership with executive director, finance director, and local representatives.
Work with finance director to set-up and management of endowments.
Ensure appropriate thank-you letters, and miscellaneous donation correspondence is sent.
Plan, manage, and host MCT Premiere Party programs and receptions in partnership with the Assistant Director of Development.
Submit monthly board reports; attend board meetings as requested.
Organize all permanent recognition areas, e.g., bricks, seats, wall of honor, naming opportunities.
Establish and direct stewardship programs for donors.
Provide leadership for non-grant funded national and local fundraising activities, coordinate relationships of the theatre with prospective donors, and strengthen both internal and external relationships.
Coordinate development activities with marketing and executive staff.
Direct program development and other duties as assigned.
Participate in community organizations, boards, and outreach efforts.
Manage and coordinate development volunteers in partnership with the Assistant Director of Development.
Attend continuing education seminars/classes as needed.