Director of Development and Marketing Communications

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The Director of Development and Marketing Communications will obtain funds and public support by promoting The Salvation Army's interests and benefits to the Fox Valley area.

Development:

• Works to establish Fund Development Goals by studying The Salvation Army's objectives and needs and cooperates with Boards and departments accordingly.
• Guide Fund Development efforts by formulating fund development policies, procedures, and programs, including legal arrangements to transfer funds and gifts-in-kind. Obtain fund development consultation as necessary from Divisional Headquarters.
• Identify and steward donors utilizing the Moves Management system; engaging tools such as Salesforce, Blackbaud and Tableau for Customer Relationship Management (CRM) as required by Territorial Headquarters (THQ).
• Solicit funds and pledges by completing grant applications, answering inquiries, mailing literature, assigning responsibility for personal solicitation to Board members, volunteers, and staff members
• Solicit donors through various touchpoints and personal visits. Also conduct presentations to donors and corporate partners.
• Organize special fundraising and promotional projects such as Christmas appeals, capital campaigns, and annual fund development by setting objectives, targeting supporters, developing approaches, and creating proposals for solicitation purposes.
• Develop special fundraising event(s), set goals, and track fundraising progress.
• Coordinate with Officers, Staff, and Advisory Board on special events, including volunteer recruitment and event planning.
• Prepare annual Fund Development reports by collecting data, analyzing trends, and summarizing infoation on year-round events.
• Supervise the direct mail program, coordinating with DHQ and the marketing vendor.
• Process stock donations, bequests, and other large donations according to DHQ & THQ policy.
• Collaborate with the Community Relations and Development Committee Chair in all committee meetings, and attend monthly Advisory Board meetings.
• Cultivate relationships with private donors for philanthropic purposes benefiting The Salvation Army.
• Provide key support and leadership in Capital Campaigns.

Marketing | Communications:

• Prepare promotional literature and presentations by composing copy, designing layouts, obtaining graphic art advice, and working with printers and media services for public relations.
• Adhere to The Salvation Army's mission statement and promote national marketing campaigns.
• Develop and implement a yearly marketing plan for all Salvation Army events and programs.
• Represent The Salvation Army civically through civic group membership(s).
• Attend Divisional, Territorial, and National seminars and trainings to enhance and develop job skills.
• Promote the mission and ministry of The Salvation Army at community events and build relationships with community partners for engagement as both volunteers and donors.

Education: Bachelor's degree required

Certifications: Valid Wisconsin Driver's license with approval to drive from the Salvation Army's insurance carrier.

Experience: Three to five years of fund-raising experience

The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates who are back-to-work, US Veterans, people with disabilities, people who have been impacted by the justice system, and/or people without a college degree are encouraged to apply.