Director of Fundraising and External Affairs
Galapagos Charter School is searching for an individual with the experience and motivation to develop a million dollar fund raising program.
Responsibilities:
• Participate with Executive team to establish fundraising priorities
• Develop and manage implementation of fundraising strategy for Galapagos Charter School
• Create and implement strategy to identify prospective donors from multiple sources, including individuals, corporations and foundations, and oversee relationship management activities
• Manage all external communications including media, PR and with donors and partner organizations; represent Galapagos at key events.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate will be a seasoned development professional with a strong interest in quality education for urban youth with the following qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree and/or fundraising certification preferred
• 6 years progressively responsible fundraising experience (education fundraising experience preferred) and ability to demonstrate successful experience in the creation and management of a multi-million dollar fundraising campaign
• Exceptional organizational and planning skills; strong writing and communication skills; interpersonal skills; and an ability to handle a multitude of tasks and deadlines.
• Ability to develop, maintain and grow relationships while working effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, including staff, consultants, board members, and business and community leaders
• Be self-motivated, able to recognize and communicate strategic opportunities, and able to work collaboratively in a results-orientated, data-driven environment.
• Resourcefulness, creativity, capacity for hard work, and a sense of humor will help make the candidate successful in this position of crucial responsibility.
Salary/Benefits:
• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits. Please send resume and cover letter to mlane@galapagoscharter.org
Website:
www.GalapagosCharter.org
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