Manager, Foundation

Emergency Nurses•Schaumburg, IL

1d•$85,000 - $105,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Foundation Manager contributes to the success of ENA by providing support and management of ENA Foundation fundraising, stewardship and annual giving programs. The role will also manage operations in relation to the Foundation’s application, evaluation, and awarding of scholarships. The Foundation Manager will work closely with the Foundation Director, Foundation Board of Trustees, Foundation committees and ENA Staff to execute the day to day operations of the Foundation.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Minimum of 5 years experience working in a foundation, or in fundraising, annual giving or development
Previous experience with Donor Perfect or CRM
Previous experience with managing grant and scholarship programs
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of fundraising concepts, principles, and practices with an emphasis on donor support
Ability to maintain discretion with confidential information
Detail-oriented, with strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills
Computer proficiency in Microsoft Suite of Products
Demonstrated superior interpersonal skills

Nice To Haves

Association Experience
Experience in developing an annual fundraising plan
Major Gifts experience

Responsibilities

With strategic oversight from the Foundation Director, manages and evaluates all outreach programs and fundraising activities.
Manages all Foundation stewardship activities which includes donor recognition, and individual donor societies.
In partnership with the Foundation Director, identifies and pursues corporate and agency support for grant and sponsorship related events and/or programming.
Develops and facilitates ENA events (annual meeting, V5k) and other opportunities as they arise. Assists Foundation Director with annual stewardship event during ENweek and support for annual ENA conference.
Develops the scholarship and grant life cycle. Includes administering 6 major and 6 minor grant and scholarship programs and overseeing the application and disbursement process of scholarship and research funds.
Manages regular tracking of prospect and donor activity in the CRM which leads to successful engagement and cultivation.
Manages and implements annual giving campaigns for the purpose of increasing donor participation and revenue, while strengthening donor relationships.
Assists with trustee participation on volunteer committees and presence at events for sponsorship and donor fundraising.
Evaluates data-driven strategies for solicitation and retention of current ENA Foundation donors, acquisition of new Foundation donors, and annually increasing Foundation revenue and donor participation.
Contributes to the workplace culture that is consistent with the association’s culture statement and emphasizes the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Displays a high level of accountability, taking responsibility for individual actions and the impact on the organization. Views oneself as a reflection of the organization by following through on commitments and accepting ownership.
Performs additional related duties as required or assigned.