SKIP TO CONTENT

Top Words for Fundraising

190 words 13 learners

Learn words with Flashcards and other activities

Full list of words from this list:

  1. fundraise
    collect money for a cause or project
    Description
    , fund-raising professional to oversee assigned events to ensure fundraising growth and strong financial and volunteer management.
  2. fund-raise
    raise money for a cause or project
    Description
    , fund-raising professional to oversee assigned events to ensure fundraising growth and strong financial and volunteer management.
  3. database management
    creation and maintenance of a database
    Power Point, donor database management software, social media, website maintenance and desktop publishing skills are a plus.
  4. power point
    a wall socket
    Power Point, donor database management software, social media, website maintenance and desktop publishing skills are a plus.
  5. interpersonal
    occurring among or involving several people
    • Strong project management skills working in team environment

    • Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written)

    • Corporate development and volunteer/committee management experience

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Ou
  6. troubleshoot
    solve problems
    Strong ability to troubleshoot and work with IT specialists to solve IT issues/problems
    Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills
    Excellent written and oral communication skills
    Previous experience in international or non-profit work or a demonstrated interest in these fields preferred
    Ability to be flexible, resourceful and innovative in a variety of situations

    SUCCESS FACTORS:
    • Must be detail oriented, comfortable with multi-tasking, have superior organizational, ...
  7. desktop publishing
    (computer science) the use of microcomputers with graphics capacity to produce printed materials
    Power Point, donor database management software, social media, website maintenance and desktop publishing skills are a plus.
  8. donor
    a person who makes a gift of money, property, etc.
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, inclu...
  9. problem solving
    the thought processes involved in solving a problem
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • Demonstrated creativity, organizational ability and a strict attention to detail
    • Auction experience, working with volunteers and managing budgets, a plus
    • The capacity to achieve superior results working independently and as a member of a creative team in high-pressure situations
    • A strong sense of aesthetics as well as excellent written, oral and people skills
    • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
    • Ability to excel in team environment, wh...
  10. organizational
    of or relating to an organization
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’...
  11. oral communication
    (language) communication by word of mouth
    Strong ability to troubleshoot and work with IT specialists to solve IT issues/problems
    Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills
    Excellent written and oral communication skills
    Previous experience in international or non-profit work or a demonstrated interest in these fields preferred
    Ability to be flexible, resourceful and innovative in a variety of situations

    SUCCESS FACTORS:
    • Must be detail oriented, comfortable with multi-tasking, have superior organizational, ...
  12. interdepartmental
    between or among departments
    Manages and oversees the creative and logistical success of assigned events through various interdepartmental collaboration.
  13. oversee
    watch and direct
    Description
    , fund-raising professional to oversee assigned events to ensure fundraising growth and strong financial and volunteer management.
  14. database
    an organized body of related information
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, including
  15. volunteer
    a person who performs work done by choice
    Description
    , fund-raising professional to oversee assigned events to ensure fundraising growth and strong financial and volunteer management.
  16. committee member
    a member of a committee
    • Identify, recruit, cultivate, and nurture corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers.
  17. facilitator
    someone who makes progress easier
    In keeping with Year Up’s values, the Director of Development and Major Gifts will also interact with students as a mentor, group facilitator, and advocate, participating in creating and sustaining a positive educational environment, with trust among students, faculty and site leaders.
  18. coordinate
    of equal importance, rank, or degree
    Key Responsibilities
    Design and execute a comprehensive and diversified annual fundraising plan with support of the Board and Executive Director
    Coordinate special events with relevant committees and staff
    Lead major gifts, individual donation cultivation, and annual campaign.
  19. accredit
    grant credentials to
    EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
    Bachelor’s (B.S. or B.A.) degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  20. oriented
    adjusted or located in relation to surroundings
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’...
  21. orient
    the eastern hemisphere
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’...
  22. face-to-face
    directly facing each other
    Duties include but are not limited to: develop and implement cultivation strategies for additional major/planned gifts to the College; solicit gifts through face-to-face meetings with donors; provide accurate information to donors regarding planned giving opportunities and ways to establish endowments within the college; develop relationships with departmental and college advisory board members and key volunteers.
  23. stewardship
    the position of someone who manages the affairs of others
    Job Requirements
    Successful candidates will have: A bachelor's degree and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which includes eighteen (18) months of full-time fundraising experience which includes demonstrated success of face-to-face solicitation of gifts of $1000 or more, mass market fundraising, event planning and management, donor stewardship, fund tracking and acknowledgements to donors OR comparable experience and one (1) year of managerial experience.
  24. solicitation
    an entreaty addressed to someone of superior status
    Job Requirements
    Successful candidates will have: A bachelor's degree and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which includes eighteen (18) months of full-time fundraising experience which includes demonstrated success of face-to-face solicitation of gifts of $1000 or more, mass market fundraising, event planning and management, donor stewardship, fund tracking and acknowledgements to donors OR comparable experience and one (1) year of managerial experience.
  25. direct mail
    advertising sent directly to prospective customers via the mail
    The Development Director will work with the Executive Director to design and execute a comprehensive and diversified fundraising plan including an emphasis on special events, corporate sponsorship, individual gifts, grants, and direct mail.
  26. raiser
    a bridge partner who increases the partner's bid
    • Provides development staff and volunteer participants with timelines for activity, regular status reports, and administrative and creative support
    • Coordinates with development staff for messaging, remarks, and collateral copy, research and Raiser’s Edge support
    • Coordinates with Event Coordinators and Events Department for items such as reserving venues, production set-up and strike, catering arrangements, booking vendors, etc.
  27. relational
    having a relation or being related
    COMPUTER SKILLS
    Solid computer skills, including proficiency working with relational databases and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook for the generation of correspondence, special reports, spreadsheets, and forms.
  28. prioritize
    assign a status in order of importance or urgency
    Strong ability to troubleshoot and work with IT specialists to solve IT issues/problems
    Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills
    Excellent written and oral communication skills
    Previous experience in international or non-profit work or a demonstrated interest in these fields preferred
    Ability to be flexible, resourceful and innovative in a variety of situations

    SUCCESS FACTORS:
    • Must be detail oriented, comfortable with multi-tasking, have superior organizational, verbal,...
  29. office staff
    professional or clerical workers in an office
    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
    ACCOUNTABILITY:
    REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Seattle Development Director
    WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Seattle office staff, HQ staff in Portland

    KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
    BA in related field desirable
    3+ years experience in office administration/management
    Excellent computer skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook
    Experience with fundraising database required; Raiser’s Edge experience preferred.
  30. motivate
    give an incentive for action
    • Strong project management skills working in team environment

    • Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written)

    • Corporate development and volunteer/committee management experience

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Access

    • Experience cultivating, and nurturing corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers would be ideal

    Safe Crossings Foundation (SCF) seeks a confident and self-motivated individual preferably with...
  31. as needed
    according to need
    • Oversee, and assist as needed, with the execution of Year Up events
    • Serve as a coach to other members of the extended development team – particularly around issues of cultivating and closing gifts.
  32. customize
    make to specifications
    Must be able to work with customized databases and technology, and conduct Internet research.
  33. accountability
    responsibility to someone or for some activity
    Accountability to Beneficiaries
    Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
  34. beneficiary
    the recipient of funds or other advantages
    Accountability to Beneficiaries
    Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
  35. timeline
    a sequence of events arranged in chronological order
    • Provides development staff and volunteer participants with timelines for activity, regular status reports, and administrative and creative support
    • Coordinates with development staff for messaging, remarks, and collateral copy, research and Raiser’s Edge support
    • Coordinates with Event Coordinators and Events Department for items such as reserving venues, production set-up and strike, catering arrangements, booking vendors, etc.
  36. spreadsheet
    a screen-oriented interactive program enabling a user to lay out financial data on the screen
    COMPUTER SKILLS
    Solid computer skills, including proficiency working with relational databases and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook for the generation of correspondence, special reports, spreadsheets, and forms.
  37. handout
    giving money or food or clothing to a needy person
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
    • Manages and/or oversees all aspects of Jungle Party organization including messaging, audience development, prospective strategy, fund-raising, speakers and staff
    • Manages event(s) budget
    • Oversee event collateral with the exception of the auction catalog
    • Oversees the production and/or compilation of event promotional support such as giveaways, patron gifts, handouts, etc.
  38. implement
    a piece of equipment or a tool used for a specific purpose
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, inclu...
  39. solicit
    request urgently or persistently
    The Development Director will play a key role in identifying, cultivating and soliciting major donors, and in developing and utilizing volunteers in fund-raising efforts.
  40. messaging
    the sending and processing of e-mail by computer
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
    • Manages and/or oversees all aspects of Jungle Party organization including messaging, audience development, prospective strategy, fund-raising, speakers and staff
    • Manages event(s) budget
    • Oversee event collateral with the exception of the auction catalog
    • Oversees the production and/or compilation of event promotional support such as giveaways, patron gifts, handouts, etc.
  41. fast-paced
    of communication that proceeds rapidly
    • Participate in cross-site development calls and strategy sessions

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • 7+ years of professional fundraising experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial nonprofit environment
    • Demonstrated experience managing high net worth relationships for 2+ years
    • Multiple examples of soliciting gifts of $50k+ range
    • Exceptional speaking, persuading, selling and visioning skills; Ability to speak and write in a compelling way about the organization’s funding and programmat...
  42. sponsorship
    the act of sponsoring (either officially or financially)
    The Development Director will work with the Executive Director to design and execute a comprehensive and diversified fundraising plan including an emphasis on special events, corporate sponsorship, individual gifts, grants, and direct mail.
  43. entrepreneurial
    of or relating to someone who starts a new business
    POSITION OVERVIEW:
    Year Up Puget Sound, which started in the fall of 2010 and opened in February 2011, ($1.6M budget in 2011), is seeking an entrepreneurial, experienced, and results-oriented Director of Development and Major Gifts to generate new fundraising prospects and cultivate individual donor relationships, while serving as a coach to members of the development team.
  44. cultivate
    adapt something wild to the environment
    • Identify, recruit, cultivate, and nurture corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers.
  45. excel
    distinguish oneself
    • Strong project management skills working in team environment

    • Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written)

    • Corporate development and volunteer/committee management experience

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Access

    • Experience cultivating, and nurturing corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers would be ideal

    Safe Crossings Foundation (SCF) seeks a confident and self-motivated individual preferably with...
  46. diversify
    vary in order to spread risk or to expand
    The Development Director will work with the Executive Director to design and execute a comprehensive and diversified fundraising plan including an emphasis on special events, corporate sponsorship, individual gifts, grants, and direct mail.
  47. underwrite
    protect by insurance
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, inclu...
  48. assign
    select something or someone for a specific purpose
    Description
    , fund-raising professional to oversee assigned events to ensure fundraising growth and strong financial and volunteer management.
  49. proficiency
    the quality of having great facility and competence
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’s Degre...
  50. development
    a process in which something passes to a different stage
    • Strong project management skills working in team environment

    • Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written)

    • Corporate development and volunteer/committee management experience

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Access

    • Experience cultivating, and nurturing corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers would be ideal

    Safe Crossings Foundation (SCF) seeks a confident and self-motivated individual preferably with...
  51. bachelor's degree
    a degree on successfully completed undergraduate studies
    Job Requirements
    Successful candidates will have: A bachelor's degree and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which includes eighteen (18) months of full-time fundraising experience which includes demonstrated success of face-to-face solicitation of gifts of $1000 or more, mass market fundraising, event planning and management, donor stewardship, fund tracking and acknowledgements to donors OR comparable experience and one (1) year of managerial experience.
  52. advisory board
    a board appointed to advise the chief administrator
    Duties include but are not limited to: develop and implement cultivation strategies for additional major/planned gifts to the College; solicit gifts through face-to-face meetings with donors; provide accurate information to donors regarding planned giving opportunities and ways to establish endowments within the college; develop relationships with departmental and college advisory board members and key volunteers.
  53. giveaway
    a gift of public land or resources for the private gain of a limited group
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
    • Manages and/or oversees all aspects of Jungle Party organization including messaging, audience development, prospective strategy, fund-raising, speakers and staff
    • Manages event(s) budget
    • Oversee event collateral with the exception of the auction catalog
    • Oversees the production and/or compilation of event promotional support such as giveaways, patron gifts, handouts, etc.
  54. demonstrate
    give an exhibition of to an interested audience
    Job Requirements
    Successful candidates will have: A bachelor's degree and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which includes eighteen (18) months of full-time fundraising experience which includes demonstrated success of face-to-face solicitation of gifts of $1000 or more, mass market fundraising, event planning and management, donor stewardship, fund tracking and acknowledgements to donors OR comparable experience and one (1) year of managerial experience.
  55. implementation
    the act of providing a means for accomplishing something
    Steward relationships and oversee prospect research
    Solicit corporate sponsorships and service relationships with corporate sponsors
    Create and manage annual grant work plan
    Develop a volunteer database and implement volunteer participation in all activities
    Participate in development and implementation of annual marketing goals and strategies
    Participate in development of annual budget by recommending revenue targets for planned fundraising efforts.
  56. executive director
    a person responsible for the administration of a business
    The Development Director will work with the Executive Director to design and execute a comprehensive and diversified fundraising plan including an emphasis on special events, corporate sponsorship, individual gifts, grants, and direct mail.
  57. coordination
    regulation of diverse elements into a harmonious operation
    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
    • Supports development department in all areas of fundraising, including, but not limited to: managing timelines, writing and executing region-specific donor communications and appeals, maintain regional Raiser’s Edge database information to ensure current and accurate records, reporting and mailings; planning, coordination and implementation of donor events
    • Provide donor database reports as needed and maintenance of donor records
    • Provides planning, coo...
  58. resourceful
    adroit or imaginative
    • Participate in cross-site development calls and strategy sessions

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • 7+ years of professional fundraising experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial nonprofit environment
    • Demonstrated experience managing high net worth relationships for 2+ years
    • Multiple examples of soliciting gifts of $50k+ range
    • Exceptional speaking, persuading, selling and visioning skills; Ability to speak and write in a compelling way about the organization’s funding and programmatic goal...
  59. nurture
    provide with nourishment
    • Identify, recruit, cultivate, and nurture corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers.
  60. supervisory
    of or limited to or involving supervision
    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
    ACCOUNTABILITY:
    REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Seattle Development Director
    WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Seattle office staff, HQ staff in Portland

    KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
    BA in related field desirable
    3+ years experience in office administration/management
    Excellent computer skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook
    Experience with fundraising database required; Raiser’s Edge experience preferred.
  61. collaborative
    accomplished by working jointly
    • Participate in cross-site development calls and strategy sessions

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • 7+ years of professional fundraising experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial nonprofit environment
    • Demonstrated experience managing high net worth relationships for 2+ years
    • Multiple examples of soliciting gifts of $50k+ range
    • Exceptional speaking, persuading, selling and visioning skills; Ability to speak and write in a compelling way about the organization’s funding and programmatic goal...
  62. flex
    cause something to assume a bent or crooked shape
    A non-traditional schedule with flex time may be considered for appropriate candidate.
  63. include
    have as a part; be made up out of
    Responsibilities will include:

    • Oversee and develop event revenue goals for existing and new events, some of which may include golfing and dinner/dance events.
  64. event
    something that happens at a given place and time
    Description
    , fund-raising professional to oversee assigned events to ensure fundraising growth and strong financial and volunteer management.
  65. gift
    something acquired without compensation
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, inclu...
  66. unshakable
    marked by firm determination or resolution; not shakable
    • Participate in cross-site development calls and strategy sessions

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • 7+ years of professional fundraising experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial nonprofit environment
    • Demonstrated experience managing high net worth relationships for 2+ years
    • Multiple examples of soliciting gifts of $50k+ range
    • Exceptional speaking, persuading, selling and visioning skills; Ability to speak and write in a compelling way about the organization’s funding and programmatic goal...
  67. solving
    finding a solution to a problem
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • Demonstrated creativity, organizational ability and a strict attention to detail
    • Auction experience, working with volunteers and managing budgets, a plus
    • The capacity to achieve superior results working independently and as a member of a creative team in high-pressure situations
    • A strong sense of aesthetics as well as excellent written, oral and people skills
    • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
    • Ability to excel in team environment, wh...
  68. experience
    the content of observation or participation in an event
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, including da...
  69. independently
    on your own; without outside help
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’...
  70. full-time
    for the standard number of hours
    This job is a full-time, salaried position.
  71. alumnus
    a person who has received a degree from a school
    Preferred Qualifications: Fundraising experience at a comprehensive public or private research university; experience coordinating giving programs; experience with volunteer boards; and knowledge of alumni/donor databases
    Donor Relations supports the mission and values of the zoo while helping cultivate stronger relationships with private donors, potential donors and the community.
  72. logistical
    of or relating to the management of an operation or event
    Manages and oversees the creative and logistical success of assigned events through various interdepartmental collaboration.
  73. disconnect
    separate, sever, or unfasten
    • Keeping current on philanthropy news and policy reports relating to workforce development and disconnected young adults.
  74. utilize
    put into service
    The Development Director will play a key role in identifying, cultivating and soliciting major donors, and in developing and utilizing volunteers in fund-raising efforts.
  75. master's degree
    an academic degree higher than a bachelor's degree
    A Master's degree in a related field may be substituted for up to one (1) year of the required experience.
  76. ability
    the quality of having the means or skills to do something
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’...
  77. golfing
    playing golf
    Responsibilities will include:

    • Oversee and develop event revenue goals for existing and new events, some of which may include golfing and dinner/dance events.
  78. high-pressure
    aggressively and persistently persuasive
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • Demonstrated creativity, organizational ability and a strict attention to detail
    • Auction experience, working with volunteers and managing budgets, a plus
    • The capacity to achieve superior results working independently and as a member of a creative team in high-pressure situations
    • A strong sense of aesthetics as well as excellent written, oral and people skills
    • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
    • Ability to excel in team environment, wh...
  79. skill
    an ability that has been acquired by training
    • Strong project management skills working in team environment

    • Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written)

    • Corporate development and volunteer/committee management experience

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Access

    • Experience cultivating, and nurturing corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers would be ideal

    Safe Crossings Foundation (SCF) seeks a confident and self-motivated individual preferably with...
  80. collaborate
    work together on a common enterprise or project
    • Cultivates and recruits volunteers to serve on appropriate committees, when applicable
    Collaborate with staff and volunteers to increase audience development, table/ticket, sponsorship, and Fund-Our-Future (raise the paddle) revenue
    • Coordinates and manages event-related meetings
    • Works closely with the Donor Relations Associate on procurement (auction item/experience) strategies and requests.
  81. creativity
    the ability to bring something into existence
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • Demonstrated creativity, organizational ability and a strict attention to detail
    • Auction experience, working with volunteers and managing budgets, a plus
    • The capacity to achieve superior results working independently and as a member of a creative team in high-pressure situations
    • A strong sense of aesthetics as well as excellent written, oral and people skills
    • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
    • Ability to excel in team environment, wh...
  82. manage
    be in charge of, act on, or dispose of
    Steward relationships and oversee prospect research
    Solicit corporate sponsorships and service relationships with corporate sponsors
    Create and manage annual grant work plan
    Develop a volunteer database and implement volunteer participation in all activities
    Participate in development and implementation of annual marketing goals and strategies
    Participate in development of annual budget by recommending revenue targets for planned fundraising efforts.
  83. salaried
    receiving a salary
    This job is a full-time, salaried position.
  84. acknowledgement
    the state or quality of recognizing something or someone
    Job Requirements
    Successful candidates will have: A bachelor's degree and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which includes eighteen (18) months of full-time fundraising experience which includes demonstrated success of face-to-face solicitation of gifts of $1000 or more, mass market fundraising, event planning and management, donor stewardship, fund tracking and acknowledgements to donors OR comparable experience and one (1) year of managerial experience.
  85. qualification
    the act of modifying or changing the strength of some idea
    Preferred Qualifications: Fundraising experience at a comprehensive public or private research university; experience coordinating giving programs; experience with volunteer boards; and knowledge of alumni/donor databases
    Donor Relations supports the mission and values of the zoo while helping cultivate stronger relationships with private donors, potential donors and the community.
  86. coordinating
    serving to connect two grammatical constituents of identical construction
    Preferred Qualifications: Fundraising experience at a comprehensive public or private research university; experience coordinating giving programs; experience with volunteer boards; and knowledge of alumni/donor databases
    Donor Relations supports the mission and values of the zoo while helping cultivate stronger relationships with private donors, potential donors and the community.
  87. requirement
    necessary activity
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, including da...
  88. aesthetics
    the branch of philosophy dealing with beauty and taste
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • Demonstrated creativity, organizational ability and a strict attention to detail
    • Auction experience, working with volunteers and managing budgets, a plus
    • The capacity to achieve superior results working independently and as a member of a creative team in high-pressure situations
    • A strong sense of aesthetics as well as excellent written, oral and people skills
    • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
    • Ability to excel in team environment, wh...
  89. assertive
    aggressively self-assured
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’...
  90. participate
    be involved in
    Steward relationships and oversee prospect research
    Solicit corporate sponsorships and service relationships with corporate sponsors
    Create and manage annual grant work plan
    Develop a volunteer database and implement volunteer participation in all activities
    Participate in development and implementation of annual marketing goals and strategies
    Participate in development of annual budget by recommending revenue targets for planned fundraising efforts.
  91. Seattle
    a major port of entry and the largest city in Washington
    The Major Gifts Officer is a member of the University's development team and will work out of an office at the WSU West facility in Seattle, Washington.
  92. motivated
    strongly driven to succeed or achieve something
    • Strong project management skills working in team environment

    • Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written)

    • Corporate development and volunteer/committee management experience

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Access

    • Experience cultivating, and nurturing corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers would be ideal

    Safe Crossings Foundation (SCF) seeks a confident and self-motivated individual preferably with...
  93. certification
    documentary proof that something is true
    • Participate in cross-site development calls and strategy sessions

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • 7+ years of professional fundraising experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial nonprofit environment
    • Demonstrated experience managing high net worth relationships for 2+ years
    • Multiple examples of soliciting gifts of $50k+ range
    • Exceptional speaking, persuading, selling and visioning skills; Ability to speak and write in a compelling way about the organization’s funding and programmatic goal...
  94. Puget Sound
    an inlet of the North Pacific in northwestern Washington State
    POSITION OVERVIEW:
    Year Up Puget Sound, which started in the fall of 2010 and opened in February 2011, ($1.6M budget in 2011), is seeking an entrepreneurial, experienced, and results-oriented Director of Development and Major Gifts to generate new fundraising prospects and cultivate individual donor relationships, while serving as a coach to members of the development team.
  95. board member
    a member of a governing board
    Duties include but are not limited to: develop and implement cultivation strategies for additional major/planned gifts to the College; solicit gifts through face-to-face meetings with donors; provide accurate information to donors regarding planned giving opportunities and ways to establish endowments within the college; develop relationships with departmental and college advisory board members and key volunteers.
  96. identify
    recognize as being
    Identify, recruit, cultivate, and nurture corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers.
  97. develop
    progress or evolve through a process of natural growth
    Responsibilities will include:

    • Oversee and develop event revenue goals for existing and new events, some of which may include golfing and dinner/dance events.
  98. relevant
    having a bearing on or connection with the subject at issue
    Key Responsibilities
    Design and execute a comprehensive and diversified annual fundraising plan with support of the Board and Executive Director
    Coordinate special events with relevant committees and staff
    Lead major gifts, individual donation cultivation, and annual campaign.
  99. recruit
    cause to assemble or enlist in the military
    • Identify, recruit, cultivate, and nurture corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers.
  100. desktop
    the top of a desk
    Power Point, donor database management software, social media, website maintenance and desktop publishing skills are a plus.
  101. interact
    do something together or with others
    In keeping with Year Up’s values, the Director of Development and Major Gifts will also interact with students as a mentor, group facilitator, and advocate, participating in creating and sustaining a positive educational environment, with trust among students, faculty and site leaders.
  102. demonstrated
    having been demonstrated or verified beyond doubt
    Job Requirements
    Successful candidates will have: A bachelor's degree and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which includes eighteen (18) months of full-time fundraising experience which includes demonstrated success of face-to-face solicitation of gifts of $1000 or more, mass market fundraising, event planning and management, donor stewardship, fund tracking and acknowledgements to donors OR comparable experience and one (1) year of managerial experience.
  103. cater
    give what is desired or needed
    • Provides development staff and volunteer participants with timelines for activity, regular status reports, and administrative and creative support
    • Coordinates with development staff for messaging, remarks, and collateral copy, research and Raiser’s Edge support
    • Coordinates with Event Coordinators and Events Department for items such as reserving venues, production set-up and strike, catering arrangements, booking vendors, etc.
  104. relationship
    a mutual connection between people
    Steward relationships and oversee prospect research
    Solicit corporate sponsorships and service relationships with corporate sponsors
    Create and manage annual grant work plan
    Develop a volunteer database and implement volunteer participation in all activities
    Participate in development and implementation of annual marketing goals and strategies
    Participate in development of annual budget by recommending revenue targets for planned fundraising efforts.
  105. departmental
    of or relating to a department
    Duties include but are not limited to: develop and implement cultivation strategies for additional major/planned gifts to the College; solicit gifts through face-to-face meetings with donors; provide accurate information to donors regarding planned giving opportunities and ways to establish endowments within the college; develop relationships with departmental and college advisory board members and key volunteers.
  106. auction
    the public sale of something to the highest bidder
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, inclu...
  107. strategy
    an elaborate and systematic plan of action
    Steward relationships and oversee prospect research
    Solicit corporate sponsorships and service relationships with corporate sponsors
    Create and manage annual grant work plan
    Develop a volunteer database and implement volunteer participation in all activities
    Participate in development and implementation of annual marketing goals and strategies
    Participate in development of annual budget by recommending revenue targets for planned fundraising efforts.
  108. collateral
    accompanying; following as a consequence
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
    • Manages and/or oversees all aspects of Jungle Party organization including messaging, audience development, prospective strategy, fund-raising, speakers and staff
    • Manages event(s) budget
    • Oversee event collateral with the exception of the auction catalog
    • Oversees the production and/or compilation of event promotional support such as giveaways, patron gifts, handouts, etc.
  109. strategist
    an expert in systematic plans of action
    The individual will be a key relationship builder, manager, and strategist, with formal experience in traditional fundraising functions and specific examples of gift solicitation in the $50k+ range.
  110. cultivation
    production of food by preparing the land to grow crops
    Key Responsibilities
    Design and execute a comprehensive and diversified annual fundraising plan with support of the Board and Executive Director
    Coordinate special events with relevant committees and staff
    Lead major gifts, individual donation cultivation, and annual campaign.
  111. promotional
    of or relating to serving as publicity
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
    • Manages and/or oversees all aspects of Jungle Party organization including messaging, audience development, prospective strategy, fund-raising, speakers and staff
    • Manages event(s) budget
    • Oversee event collateral with the exception of the auction catalog
    • Oversees the production and/or compilation of event promotional support such as giveaways, patron gifts, handouts, etc.
  112. per year
    by the year; every year
    • Develop and implement an annual stewardship plan for all donors
    • Conduct 15-20 prospect visits per month (150 per year), managing an average of 150-200 prospects per year.
  113. flexible
    able to bend easily
    Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends; ability to travel extensively; ability to obtain and maintain a valid, unrestricted drivers license are required.
  114. procurement
    the act of getting possession of something
    • Cultivates and recruits volunteers to serve on appropriate committees, when applicable
    • Collaborate with staff and volunteers to increase audience development, table/ticket, sponsorship, and Fund-Our-Future (raise the paddle) revenue
    • Coordinates and manages event-related meetings
    • Works closely with the Donor Relations Associate on procurement (auction item/experience) strategies and requests.
  115. zoo
    a facility where wild animals are housed for exhibition
    Preferred Qualifications: Fundraising experience at a comprehensive public or private research university; experience coordinating giving programs; experience with volunteer boards; and knowledge of alumni/donor databases
    Donor Relations supports the mission and values of the zoo while helping cultivate stronger relationships with private donors, potential donors and the community.
  116. catering
    providing food and services
    • Provides development staff and volunteer participants with timelines for activity, regular status reports, and administrative and creative support
    • Coordinates with development staff for messaging, remarks, and collateral copy, research and Raiser’s Edge support
    • Coordinates with Event Coordinators and Events Department for items such as reserving venues, production set-up and strike, catering arrangements, booking vendors, etc.
  117. director
    someone who manages an organization
    • Strong project management skills working in team environment

    • Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written)

    • Corporate development and volunteer/committee management experience

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Access

    • Experience cultivating, and nurturing corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers would be ideal

    Safe Crossings Foundation (SCF) seeks a confident and self-motivated individual preferably with previo...
  118. nonprofit
    not commercially or financially motivated
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’s Degre...
  119. corporate
    of or belonging to a business firm
    • Identify, recruit, cultivate, and nurture corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers.
  120. donation
    a voluntary gift made to some worthwhile cause
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, inclu...
  121. managerial
    of or relating to the function or responsibility or activity of management
    Job Requirements
    Successful candidates will have: A bachelor's degree and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which includes eighteen (18) months of full-time fundraising experience which includes demonstrated success of face-to-face solicitation of gifts of $1000 or more, mass market fundraising, event planning and management, donor stewardship, fund tracking and acknowledgements to donors OR comparable experience and one (1) year of managerial experience.
  122. prospect
    the possibility of future success
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, inclu...
  123. Word
    the divine word of God; the second person in the Trinity
    • Strong project management skills working in team environment

    • Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written)

    • Corporate development and volunteer/committee management experience

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Access

    • Experience cultivating, and nurturing corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers would be ideal

    Safe Crossings Foundation (SCF) seeks a confident and self-motivated individual preferably with...
  124. diversified
    having variety of character or form or components
    The Development Director will work with the Executive Director to design and execute a comprehensive and diversified fundraising plan including an emphasis on special events, corporate sponsorship, individual gifts, grants, and direct mail.
  125. initiative
    readiness to embark on bold new ventures
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, inclu...
  126. booking
    the act of reserving or engaging the services of
    • Provides development staff and volunteer participants with timelines for activity, regular status reports, and administrative and creative support
    • Coordinates with development staff for messaging, remarks, and collateral copy, research and Raiser’s Edge support
    • Coordinates with Event Coordinators and Events Department for items such as reserving venues, production set-up and strike, catering arrangements, booking vendors, etc.
  127. progressively
    advancing in amount or intensity
    Job Requirements
    Successful candidates will have: A bachelor's degree and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which includes eighteen (18) months of full-time fundraising experience which includes demonstrated success of face-to-face solicitation of gifts of $1000 or more, mass market fundraising, event planning and management, donor stewardship, fund tracking and acknowledgements to donors OR comparable experience and one (1) year of managerial experience.
  128. verbal
    of or relating to or formed from words in general
    • Strong project management skills working in team environment

    • Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written)

    • Corporate development and volunteer/committee management experience

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Access

    • Experience cultivating, and nurturing corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers would be ideal

    Safe Crossings Foundation (SCF) seeks a confident and self-motivated individual preferably with...
  129. vendor
    someone who exchanges goods or services for money
    • Provides development staff and volunteer participants with timelines for activity, regular status reports, and administrative and creative support
    • Coordinates with development staff for messaging, remarks, and collateral copy, research and Raiser’s Edge support
    • Coordinates with Event Coordinators and Events Department for items such as reserving venues, production set-up and strike, catering arrangements, booking vendors, etc.
  130. recruitment
    enlisting people for the army (or for a job or a cause etc.)
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, inclu...
  131. oral
    using speech rather than writing
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • Demonstrated creativity, organizational ability and a strict attention to detail
    • Auction experience, working with volunteers and managing budgets, a plus
    • The capacity to achieve superior results working independently and as a member of a creative team in high-pressure situations
    • A strong sense of aesthetics as well as excellent written, oral and people skills
    • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
    • Ability to excel in team environment, wh...
  132. management
    the act of controlling something
    Description
    , fund-raising professional to oversee assigned events to ensure fundraising growth and strong financial and volunteer management.
  133. unrestricted
    not subject to or subjected to limiting
    Ability to work a flexible schedule including nights and weekends; ability to travel extensively; ability to obtain and maintain a valid, unrestricted drivers license are required.
  134. evaluate
    estimate the nature, quality, ability or significance of
    • Serve as lead of the Opening Doors Campaign, and oversee all aspects of execution
    • Plan and implement major gift strategies in conjunction with the overall sales plan; identify and evaluate potential donors with an emphasis on individuals; design and implement prospect cultivation and solicitation strategies both prior and subsequent to the initial call.
  135. participant
    someone who is involved in an activity
    • Provides development staff and volunteer participants with timelines for activity, regular status reports, and administrative and creative support
    • Coordinates with development staff for messaging, remarks, and collateral copy, research and Raiser’s Edge support
    • Coordinates with Event Coordinators and Events Department for items such as reserving venues, production set-up and strike, catering arrangements, booking vendors, etc.
  136. sensitivity
    responsiveness to emotional feelings
    Strong ability to troubleshoot and work with IT specialists to solve IT issues/problems
    Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills
    Excellent written and oral communication skills
    Previous experience in international or non-profit work or a demonstrated interest in these fields preferred
    Ability to be flexible, resourceful and innovative in a variety of situations

    SUCCESS FACTORS:
    • Must be detail oriented, comfortable with multi-tasking, have superior organizational, verbal,...
  137. solve
    find the answer to or understand the meaning of
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • Demonstrated creativity, organizational ability and a strict attention to detail
    • Auction experience, working with volunteers and managing budgets, a plus
    • The capacity to achieve superior results working independently and as a member of a creative team in high-pressure situations
    • A strong sense of aesthetics as well as excellent written, oral and people skills
    • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
    • Ability to excel in team environment, wh...
  138. commitment
    the act of binding yourself to a course of action
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • Demonstrated creativity, organizational ability and a strict attention to detail
    • Auction experience, working with volunteers and managing budgets, a plus
    • The capacity to achieve superior results working independently and as a member of a creative team in high-pressure situations
    • A strong sense of aesthetics as well as excellent written, oral and people skills
    • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
    • Ability to excel in team environment, while car...
  139. workforce
    the people employed or available for employment
    • Keeping current on philanthropy news and policy reports relating to workforce development and disconnected young adults.
  140. schedule
    a list of times at which things are planned to occur
    A non-traditional schedule with flex time may be considered for appropriate candidate.
  141. preferred
    more desirable than another
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’...
  142. deadline
    the point in time at which something must be completed
    • Participate in cross-site development calls and strategy sessions

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • 7+ years of professional fundraising experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial nonprofit environment
    • Demonstrated experience managing high net worth relationships for 2+ years
    • Multiple examples of soliciting gifts of $50k+ range
    • Exceptional speaking, persuading, selling and visioning skills; Ability to speak and write in a compelling way about the organization’s funding and programmatic goal...
  143. responsibility
    the social force that binds you to a course of action
    Responsibilities will include:

    • Oversee and develop event revenue goals for existing and new events, some of which may include golfing and dinner/dance events.
  144. comprehensive
    including all or everything
    The Development Director will work with the Executive Director to design and execute a comprehensive and diversified fundraising plan including an emphasis on special events, corporate sponsorship, individual gifts, grants, and direct mail.
  145. Major
    British statesman who was prime minister from 1990 until 1997 (born in 1943)
    The Major Gifts Officer is a member of the University's development team and will work out of an office at the WSU West facility in Seattle, Washington.
  146. board of directors
    a group of persons chosen to govern the affairs of a corporation or other large institution
    The individual will work closely with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors to achieve the fundraising goals of the Foundation.
  147. sense of humor
    the trait of appreciating the humorous
    Strong ability to troubleshoot and work with IT specialists to solve IT issues/problems
    Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills
    Excellent written and oral communication skills
    Previous experience in international or non-profit work or a demonstrated interest in these fields preferred
    Ability to be flexible, resourceful and innovative in a variety of situations

    SUCCESS FACTORS:
    • Must be detail oriented, comfortable with multi-tasking, have superior organizational, verbal,...
  148. planning
    an act of formulating a program for a course of action
    Job Requirements
    Successful candidates will have: A bachelor's degree and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which includes eighteen (18) months of full-time fundraising experience which includes demonstrated success of face-to-face solicitation of gifts of $1000 or more, mass market fundraising, event planning and management, donor stewardship, fund tracking and acknowledgements to donors OR comparable experience and one (1) year of managerial experience.
  149. executing
    putting a condemned person to death
    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
    • Supports development department in all areas of fundraising, including, but not limited to: managing timelines, writing and executing region-specific donor communications and appeals, maintain regional Raiser’s Edge database information to ensure current and accurate records, reporting and mailings; planning, coordination and implementation of donor events
    • Provide donor database reports as needed and maintenance of donor records
    • Provides planning, coo...
  150. endowment
    natural abilities or qualities
    Duties include but are not limited to: develop and implement cultivation strategies for additional major/planned gifts to the College; solicit gifts through face-to-face meetings with donors; provide accurate information to donors regarding planned giving opportunities and ways to establish endowments within the college; develop relationships with departmental and college advisory board members and key volunteers.
  151. advisory
    an announcement that usually warns the public of some threat
    Duties include but are not limited to: develop and implement cultivation strategies for additional major/planned gifts to the College; solicit gifts through face-to-face meetings with donors; provide accurate information to donors regarding planned giving opportunities and ways to establish endowments within the college; develop relationships with departmental and college advisory board members and key volunteers.
  152. disciplined
    exhibiting self-control and obeying the rules
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’...
  153. international
    concerning or belonging to two or more countries
    Accountability to Beneficiaries
    Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
  154. emphasis
    intensity or forcefulness of expression
    The Development Director will work with the Executive Director to design and execute a comprehensive and diversified fundraising plan including an emphasis on special events, corporate sponsorship, individual gifts, grants, and direct mail.
  155. revenue
    the entire amount of income before any deductions are made
    Responsibilities will include:

    • Oversee and develop event revenue goals for existing and new events, some of which may include golfing and dinner/dance events.
  156. research
    a seeking for knowledge
    Steward relationships and oversee prospect research
    Solicit corporate sponsorships and service relationships with corporate sponsors
    Create and manage annual grant work plan
    Develop a volunteer database and implement volunteer participation in all activities
    Participate in development and implementation of annual marketing goals and strategies
    Participate in development of annual budget by recommending revenue targets for planned fundraising efforts.
  157. developing
    of societies with low levels of industrial capability
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, inclu...
  158. planned
    planned in advance
    Steward relationships and oversee prospect research
    Solicit corporate sponsorships and service relationships with corporate sponsors
    Create and manage annual grant work plan
    Develop a volunteer database and implement volunteer participation in all activities
    Participate in development and implementation of annual marketing goals and strategies
    Participate in development of annual budget by recommending revenue targets for planned fundraising efforts.
  159. required
    necessary by rule
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’s Degre...
  160. actively
    in a conscious or energetic manner
    Accountability to Beneficiaries
    Mercy Corps team members are expected to support all efforts towards accountability, specifically to our beneficiaries and to international standards guiding international relief and development work, while actively engaging beneficiary communities as equal partners in the design, monitoring and evaluation of our field projects.
  161. task
    any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
    • With the Executive Director, coach and grow the Local Board in their major gift tasks.
  162. resource
    aid or support that may be drawn upon when needed
    • Utilize external and internal (as they develop) resources to ensure efficiency and quality of prospect and donor calls.
  163. participation
    the act of sharing in the activities of a group
    Steward relationships and oversee prospect research
    Solicit corporate sponsorships and service relationships with corporate sponsors
    Create and manage annual grant work plan
    Develop a volunteer database and implement volunteer participation in all activities
    Participate in development and implementation of annual marketing goals and strategies
    Participate in development of annual budget by recommending revenue targets for planned fundraising efforts.
  164. organization
    a methodical and orderly manner or approach
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
    • Manages and/or oversees all aspects of Jungle Party organization including messaging, audience development, prospective strategy, fund-raising, speakers and staff
    • Manages event(s) budget
    • Oversee event collateral with the exception of the auction catalog
    • Oversees the production and/or compilation of event promotional support such as giveaways, patron gifts, handouts, etc.
  165. focused
    brought into sharp clarity
    Strong ability to troubleshoot and work with IT specialists to solve IT issues/problems
    Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills
    Excellent written and oral communication skills
    Previous experience in international or non-profit work or a demonstrated interest in these fields preferred
    Ability to be flexible, resourceful and innovative in a variety of situations

    SUCCESS FACTORS:
    • Must be detail oriented, comfortable with multi-tasking, have superior organizational, verbal,...
  166. exceptional
    surpassing what is common or usual or expected
    • Participate in cross-site development calls and strategy sessions

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • 7+ years of professional fundraising experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial nonprofit environment
    • Demonstrated experience managing high net worth relationships for 2+ years
    • Multiple examples of soliciting gifts of $50k+ range
    Exceptional speaking, persuading, selling and visioning skills; Ability to speak and write in a compelling way about the organization’s funding and programmat...
  167. involve
    contain as a part
    Relevant experience may include but is not limited to: full-time experience in sales, marketing, public relations or advancement experience that has involved direct face-to-face contact with clients/customers.
  168. achievement
    the action of accomplishing something
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, inclu...
  169. positive
    characterized by or displaying affirmation or acceptance
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’...
  170. community
    a group of people living in a particular local area
    Preferred Qualifications: Fundraising experience at a comprehensive public or private research university; experience coordinating giving programs; experience with volunteer boards; and knowledge of alumni/donor databases
    Donor Relations supports the mission and values of the zoo while helping cultivate stronger relationships with private donors, potential donors and the community.
  171. temperament
    your usual mood
    Strong ability to troubleshoot and work with IT specialists to solve IT issues/problems
    Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills
    Excellent written and oral communication skills
    Previous experience in international or non-profit work or a demonstrated interest in these fields preferred
    Ability to be flexible, resourceful and innovative in a variety of situations

    SUCCESS FACTORS:
    • Must be detail oriented, comfortable with multi-tasking, have superior organizational, verbal,...
  172. foundation
    the basis on which something is grounded
    • Strong project management skills working in team environment

    • Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written)

    • Corporate development and volunteer/committee management experience

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Access

    • Experience cultivating, and nurturing corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers would be ideal

    Safe Crossings Foundation (SCF) seeks a confident and self-motivated individual preferably with...
  173. solid
    not soft or yielding to pressure
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’...
  174. superior
    of high quality or performance
    QUALIFICATIONS
    • Demonstrated creativity, organizational ability and a strict attention to detail
    • Auction experience, working with volunteers and managing budgets, a plus
    • The capacity to achieve superior results working independently and as a member of a creative team in high-pressure situations
    • A strong sense of aesthetics as well as excellent written, oral and people skills
    • Excellent organizational and problem solving skills
    • Ability to excel in team environment, wh...
  175. opportunity
    a possibility from a favorable combination of circumstances
    Duties include but are not limited to: develop and implement cultivation strategies for additional major/planned gifts to the College; solicit gifts through face-to-face meetings with donors; provide accurate information to donors regarding planned giving opportunities and ways to establish endowments within the college; develop relationships with departmental and college advisory board members and key volunteers.
  176. production
    the act or process of making something
    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
    • Manages and/or oversees all aspects of Jungle Party organization including messaging, audience development, prospective strategy, fund-raising, speakers and staff
    • Manages event(s) budget
    • Oversee event collateral with the exception of the auction catalog
    • Oversees the production and/or compilation of event promotional support such as giveaways, patron gifts, handouts, etc.
  177. confident
    having or marked by assurance
    • Strong project management skills working in team environment

    • Strong interpersonal skills (verbal and written)

    • Corporate development and volunteer/committee management experience

    • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and Access

    • Experience cultivating, and nurturing corporate sponsors, committee members and volunteers would be ideal

    Safe Crossings Foundation (SCF) seeks a confident and self-motivated individual preferably with...
  178. discipline
    a system of rules of conduct or method of practice
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Superior verbal and written, and interpersonal skills are imperative
    • Solid understanding of budgeting, financials, and accounting preferred
    • Enthusiastic positive attitude, self-motivated, creative, and pleasantly assertive
    • Ability to work independently and to take initiative
    • Excellent organizational ability; detail-oriented, and disciplined
    • Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with changing priorities
    REQUIREMENTS
    • Bachelor’...
  179. responsible
    worthy of or requiring trust; held accountable
    Job Requirements
    Successful candidates will have: A bachelor's degree and four (4) years of progressively responsible relevant experience, which includes eighteen (18) months of full-time fundraising experience which includes demonstrated success of face-to-face solicitation of gifts of $1000 or more, mass market fundraising, event planning and management, donor stewardship, fund tracking and acknowledgements to donors OR comparable experience and one (1) year of managerial experience.
  180. giving
    the act of giving
    Duties include but are not limited to: develop and implement cultivation strategies for additional major/planned gifts to the College; solicit gifts through face-to-face meetings with donors; provide accurate information to donors regarding planned giving opportunities and ways to establish endowments within the college; develop relationships with departmental and college advisory board members and key volunteers.
  181. operation
    process or manner of functioning
    The Development Assistant also ensures the smooth and efficient operation of the Seattle office, including maintenance of equipment, supplies and internet/telephone.
  182. involved
    connected by participation or association or use
    Relevant experience may include but is not limited to: full-time experience in sales, marketing, public relations or advancement experience that has involved direct face-to-face contact with clients/customers.
  183. benefit
    something that aids or promotes well-being
    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
    • Supports development department in all areas of fundraising, including, but not limited to: managing timelines, writing and executing region-specific donor communications and appeals, maintain regional Raiser’s Edge database information to ensure current and accurate records, reporting and mailings; planning, coordination and implementation of donor events
    • Provide donor database reports as needed and maintenance of donor records
    • Provides planning, coordinati...
  184. works
    performance of moral or religious acts
    • Cultivates and recruits volunteers to serve on appropriate committees, when applicable
    • Collaborate with staff and volunteers to increase audience development, table/ticket, sponsorship, and Fund-Our-Future (raise the paddle) revenue
    • Coordinates and manages event-related meetings
    Works closely with the Donor Relations Associate on procurement (auction item/experience) strategies and requests.
  185. patient
    enduring trying circumstances with even temper
    • Network with CF families, patients, volunteers and major donors

    • Play a role in cultivating prospects and developing major gifts within markets

    • Accountable for growth and budget achievement of assigned events including a new event

    • Plan, implement, and attend events

    • Seek underwriting, in-kind donations and auction items

    • Help develop volunteer recruitment initiative in chapter to recruit new leadership

    • Maintain efficient record-keeping systems, inclu...
  186. contact
    the act of touching physically
    Relevant experience may include but is not limited to: full-time experience in sales, marketing, public relations or advancement experience that has involved direct face-to-face contact with clients/customers.
  187. region
    the extended spatial location of something
    ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
    • Supports development department in all areas of fundraising, including, but not limited to: managing timelines, writing and executing region-specific donor communications and appeals, maintain regional Raiser’s Edge database information to ensure current and accurate records, reporting and mailings; planning, coordination and implementation of donor events
    • Provide donor database reports as needed and maintenance of donor records
    • Provides planning, coo...
  188. financial
    involving fiscal matters
    Description
    , fund-raising professional to oversee assigned events to ensure fundraising growth and strong financial and volunteer management.
  189. administration
    the act of governing or exercising authority
    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: None
    ACCOUNTABILITY:
    REPORTS DIRECTLY TO: Seattle Development Director
    WORKS DIRECTLY WITH: Seattle office staff, HQ staff in Portland

    KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:
    BA in related field desirable
    3+ years experience in office administration/management
    Excellent computer skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Outlook
    Experience with fundraising database required; Raiser’s Edge experience preferred.
  190. West
    the countries of Europe and North America and South America
    The Major Gifts Officer is a member of the University's development team and will work out of an office at the WSU West facility in Seattle, Washington.
Created on Fri Jul 22 19:55:17 EDT 2011 (updated Fri Jul 22 20:22:38 EDT 2011)

Sign up now (it’s free!)

Whether you’re a teacher or a learner, Vocabulary.com can put you or your class on the path to systematic vocabulary improvement.