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Employment Opportunities
The West Michigan Chapter offers the service of listing employment opportunities in the field of fundraising. For information about a posting click on the link below.
- Fund Development Director - Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity
- Gift Planning Director - Spectrum Health Foundation
- Director of Advancement - West Catholic High School
- Development and Communications Director - Kalamazoo Humane Society
- Vice President for College Advancement - Hope College
- Regional Advancement Director - Hope College
- Annual Fund Coordinator, and Communications Coordinator (2 part-time positions) - Women's Resource Center
- Director of Development - Family & Children Services
The West Michigan AFP chapter website is the perfect place to advertise your employment opportunities and reach hundreds of potential prospects with fundraising and development experience. The cost is only $50.00 and the exposure is priceless. If you would like to post an employment opportunity, Please contact Chapter Administrator, .
Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity - Fund Development Director
Fund Development Director
Kalamazoo Valley Habitat for Humanity makes homeownership possible for motivated low-income families in
We seek a mission-oriented leader to join our team. Full-time position for experienced development director to lead our affiliate to achieve the next level of public support. Development and execution of campaigns, appeals, events, grant writing/reporting, donor recognition, in-kind gifts, and volunteer supervision and support.
E-mail cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to: mailbox@habitatkalamazoo.org
No phone calls please. EOE www.habitatkalamazoo.org
Posted on February 01, 2012
Spectrum Health Foundation - Gift Planning Director
Gift Planning Director
Spectrum Health Foundation
SCHEDULE
Full time, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
LOCATION
25 Michigan St NE, Grand Rapids, MI
SUMMARY
Serving as a member of the Principal Gifts Team and a senior member of the Foundation development team, directs and manages an ongoing planned giving program for the Spectrum Health Foundation and DeVos Children’s Hospital Foundation to achieve long-term support of the Spectrum Health vision for health care excellence. Consults with other Spectrum Health foundations, as needed. Responsible for developing long-term effective relationships with individuals capable of making major and planned gifts. Responsibilities include development of an overall annual and three-year strategic plan for gift planning. Cultivates, solicits and stewards his/her own portfolio of candidates and donors. Working with the Foundation staff and volunteer team, develops proposals and solicits gifts. Develops marketing techniques promoting major and planned giving. Collaborates with other staff on donor relations activities.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE AND CERTIFICATION
Bachelor’s degree in philanthropy, communications, marketing, business or related field. Masters preferred.
Five years in fund development or related field. Must possess personal qualities of the highest level of integrity, engendering trust and confidence. Ability to think creatively and conceptually, manage multiple projects/demands simultaneously to engage stakeholders and move priorities forward. Develop and manage relationships with sensitivity.
Certified Fund Raising Executive preferred.
Excellent written and verbal communication / interpersonal skills. Time management and organizational skills. Self directed. Independently mobile. Ability to make quality, independent decisions. Analytical and strong problem solving skills. Ability to work effectively and efficiently under tight deadlines, high volumes and multiple interruptions. Knowledge of Raisers Edge preferred.
Other: Excellent written and verbal communication / interpersonal skills. Time management and organizational skills. Self directed. Independently mobile. Ability to make quality, independent decisions. Analytical and strong problem solving skills. Ability to work effectively and efficiently under tight deadlines, high volumes and multiple interruptions.
Please apply online at http://careers.spectrum-health.org/job/Grand-Rapids-Gift-Planning-Director-Job-MI-49501/1672732/ or email Londi Bucholtz, Sr. Recruiter at londi.bucholtz@spectrumhealth.org.
Spectrum Health is a not-for-profit, award winning, integrated health system based in West Michigan. Our organization includes a medical center, regional community hospitals, a dedicated children's hospital, a multispecialty medical group and a nationally recognized health plan, Priority Health.
We invest in our people by supporting a dynamic, high-performing workplace. Our collaborative approach to patient care includes a commitment to provide an exceptional experience, for patients and their families. Spectrum Health supports successful career growth, in an innovative environment.
Posted on January 25, 2012
West Catholic High School - Director of Advancement
Director of Advancement
West Catholic High School, one of the top college-prep programs in the greater Grand Rapids area, seeks an energetic, self-motivated development professional to lead its advancement program. The qualified candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in development/philanthropy, business or a related field, a minimum of three years development experience with an educational institution, preferably at the high school level, and a record of fundraising success. This position reports to the school president and is responsible for a wide range of development planning and fundraising activities, including the completion of a current $5 million campaign to raise scholarship/endowments and upgrade facilities. Duties include soliciting corporate sponsors, overseeing annual funding efforts and major school events (annual auction), maintain and building alumni relations, and managing advancement staff.
Catholic candidates are preferred.
Interested applicants should submit resumes with compensation requirements to: tommaj@grcss.com
Start date is Feb. 1, 2012 or until filled.
Posted on January 19, 2012
Kalamazoo Humane Society - Development and Communications Director
Development and Communications Director
The Kalamazoo Humane Society is an animal advocacy organization focused on education, leadership, and animal welfare, proudly serving the Kalamazoo and surrounding communities for over 100 years.
KHS is seeking a seasoned Development and Communications Director to oversee new and existing local events, external communications, community outreach, and grant writing, under the direction of the Executive Director.
A successful candidate for this position would be able to demonstrate proficiency in the following:
Responsibilities:
· Drive financial results through creation of new funding opportunities
o Identification and development of fund-raising events and opportunities
o Continuous improvement of key fund raising through events such as, but not limited to: the annual Dog Walk, Reverse Raffle, etc
o Foster donor relations and development initiatives, under the direction of the KHS Executive Director
o Identification of grant opportunities and oversight of proposal submission
· Promote KHS as a community leader
o Identification and oversight of community outreach and education programs
· Ensure effective execution of branding and external communication strategies
o Oversight of external communications and marketing
§ Newsletter
§ Social Media Sites
§ Website Content
Qualifications:
· 2-3 years experience in fund-raising, donor relations, and/or communications
· Understanding of issues concerning animal advocacy
· Bachelors degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, or other relevant program(s)
Skills:
· Excellent written and oral communication
· Strong project management knowledge with an ability to juggle many projects simultaneously
· Ability to read and interpret grant application requirements, laws and regulations.
· Knowledge and proficiency in MS Office
· Advanced organization skills and attention to detail
Key Competencies:
· Advocacy: Ability to communicate complex goals and objectives verbally and in writing to various audiences in a persuasive and personable manner.
· Results Orientation: Recognizes organizational needs and takes specific actions to meet, and when possible, exceed established goals. Ability to create high-quality outcomes, completed within established timeframes. Demonstrates flexibility and adjusts approach, based on the needs of a situation, in order to achieve a desirable result.
· Collaboration: Works cooperatively with others in order to achieve shared goals and objectives. Seeks input from others to inform decision making. Understands and appreciates different perspectives and approaches to issues or problems. Openly contributes ideas and assistance, seeking opportunities for team success over individual achievement.
Interested candidates send cover letter and resume to: Aaron Winters, Executive Director, 4239 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo MI 49008 or awinters@kazoohumane.org. No phone calls please. Salary commensurate with experience.
Posted on January 19, 2012
Hope College - Vice President for College Advancement
Vice President for College Advancement
Hope College is seeking a Vice President for College Advancement. The VP is the Chief Development Officer of Hope College and responsible for providing leadership and direction for the College’s advancement staff in building awareness, developing relationships, and raising funds to ensure that the College has sufficient resources to carry out its vision and achieve its mission with distinction.
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with preference given to those with an advanced degree. The Vice President must have significant experience in effective fundraising and capital campaigns, a demonstrated ability to create a collaborative environment and lead a staff in accomplishing goals, and knowledge of all areas of institutional advancement including annual, major, and planned gifts, corporate and foundation relations, alumni and parent relations, communications, and advancement services. It is also essential for the Vice President to have a high level of personal and professional integrity, a strong understanding of and commitment to the Christian faith, and a passion for the mission of
Applicants should electronically send a letter of application, résumé or curriculum vita, and the names and contact information of three persons who could serve as references to Dave Vanderwel, Interim Vice President for College Advancement (vanderwel@hope.edu). Confidentiality will be maintained and no references will be contacted without prior notification. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Posted on January 13, 2012
Hope College - Regional Advancement Director
Regional Advancement Director
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree with preference given to advanced training and fundraising experience. RADs must have a passion for the mission of
Applicants should electronically send a letter of application, résumé or curriculum vita, and the names and contact information of three persons who could serve as references to Mary Remenschneider, Executive Director for Major Gifts (remenschneider@hope.edu). Confidentiality will be maintained and no references will be contacted without prior notification. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Posted on January 13, 2012
Women's Resource Center - Annual Fund Coordinator, and Communications Coordinator (2 part-time positions)
Annual Fund Coordinator
Communications Coordinator
Women’s Resource Center is recruiting qualified applicants for two part-time professional positions. Interested applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter by 1/13/12, clearly indicating which position is sought. Resumes and cover letters should be sent via email to resume@grwrc.org in Word or PDF format.
The part-time Annual Fund Coordinator will work approximately 28 hours/week and will be responsible for the enhancement, coordination, and implementation of WRC’s annual fund program, including direct mail appeals; individual/corporate solicitation calls; special event planning; donor database management, maintenance and reporting; and providing administrative support to Executive Director such as setting donor appointments, calendar management, and grant-writing assistance. The Annual Fund Coordinator will also work closely with Major Gift and event planning committees as well as the Communications Coordinator to ensure that WRC is effectively positioned for fund development efforts. Qualified applicants will have highly developed administrative & organizational skills, demonstrate the ability to cultivate, leverage, and sustain beneficial relationships, and possess the experience necessary to develop and execute strategies and tactics in WRC‘s Annual Fund program. Experience in nonprofit development/fundraising preferred.
The part-time Communications Coordinator will work approximately 20 hours per week and will be responsible to coordinate and conduct the agency’s public/media relations, branding, and communications functions. This position will work with the Executive Director and Branding committee to create/implement key organizational messages and ensure those messages are effectively communicated through various media channels. Key responsibilities include creation and implementation of WRC’s annual communications/PR plan: ensuring conformity with agency brand/communications standards in all agency materials, maintenance and enhancement of WRC website and social media, production of newsletter, e-newsletter, creating program marketing materials, and providing PR support for WRC special events. This position will work closely with the Annual Fund Coordinator to ensure effective communications with key constituents. Qualified applicants will have experience with website maintenance and use of social media for public relations, excellent writing/editing/speaking skills, and prior work experience in public/media relations and/or marketing.
Both positions require a college degree, excellent organizational, communications and technology skills as well as a passion for the mission and work of Women’s Resource Center. Ability to focus on results, be task-oriented, possess problem-solving and teamwork skills are characteristics necessary for success. Flexible scheduling, paid holidays and time off, pre-paid health care visits, 403(b) eligibility, professional development, and the satisfaction of making a difference for disadvantaged women are some of the provided benefits.
Detailed job descriptions for both positions are posted at www.grwrc.org
EEO employer
Posted on January 11, 2012
Family & Children Services - Director of Development
Family & Children Services
Director of Development
Directs and manages the Agency’s integrated fund raising program by establishing and maintaining relationships with significant donors and potential donors (individuals, foundations and corporations). Fund raising may include individual solicitation, direct mail, planned giving, special events and capital campaigns. Also directs and manages the public relations and marketing functions. Reports directly to the CEO. Must possess, at minimum, a bachelor’s degree (MBA or CFRE preferred) and seven years of fund development and marketing/pr experience; demonstrated success in meeting goals and objectives and excellent writing and editing skills.
Salary: M.04 ($59,000 - $94,400 Annual) – contingent upon relevant experience.
To Apply: www.fcsource.org or send resume to:
Family & Children Services
Director of Human Resources
1608 Lake St.
Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Family & Children Services conducts background checks and drug screen test.
EOE M/F/V/H
Posted on January 10, 2012