Development Director

Company: CAP Tulsa
Location: Tulsa
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

Job Inquiry Email: maryann@global-gardens.org Job Opening Title: Development Director Job Opening Description: Global Gardens is currently seeking an energetic, self-motivated, relationship-focused fundraising professional to fill the role of full-time Development Director. Job Opening Basic Qualifications: Education and Experience:
--- Bachelor's degree
--- Three or more years of experience in nonprofit fundraising
--- Experience with major gifts, capital campaigns, and events preferred
--- Knowledge of eTapestry preferred

Qualifications:
--- Skill at establishing and maintaining positive relationships with diverse stakeholders.
--- Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
--- Ability to work cooperatively and effectively in a team-based environment.
--- Ability to strategize, set goals, create and implement action plans, and evaluate results.
--- Excellent public speaking skills. Job Description Summary: Reporting to and in partnership with the Executive Director (ED), the Development Director spearheads and manages all development efforts for Global Gardens in order to achieve annual fundraising goals (current goal is $880,000).
--- Works with the ED and Board development committee to create and implement Global Gardens' annual development plan.
--- Secures annual contributions and major gifts from individuals.
--- Develops relationships with donors and prospects through cultivation and stewardship.
--- Directs two special events, the "Planting Futures" luncheon and "GLOW" evening fundraiser.
--- Assists Executive Director with grant writing and reporting.
--- Oversees implementation of the fundraising database and timely gift processing.
--- Serves as an agency speaker and represents Global Gardens in the community.
--- Develops and implements new fundraising strategies for special projects and initiatives. Application Deadline: 3/1/2021 Additional Information: Global Gardens empowers low-income students and families through inquiry-based learning that takes place in the garden. Our holistic model teaches students about science, peace, health, and the environment, while challenging them to become caring, engaged community members. As our students plan and cultivate their gardens, they grow the confidence and skills to create positive changes in their lives and the world around them. We currently offer a range of garden-based programming for 3,100 students and families at 11 Tulsa-area sites. Our organizational values include curiosity, relationships, equity, ownership, and adaptability.

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