Donor Relations Specialist - Richland, United States - State of South Carolina

Description

Salary: $50, $65,000.00 Annually

Location : Richland County, SC

Job Type: Time Limited - Full-Time

Job Number: 163637

Agency: State Museum Commission

Division: Foundation

Opening Date: 04/05/2024

Closing Date: 5/3/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Online applications only

Class Code:: UZ01

Slot Number:: 0001

Position Number::

Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Band: Band 6

Hiring Range - Min.: $50,000.00

Hiring Range - Max.: $65,000.00

Opening Date: 04/05/2024

EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities

The South Carolina State Museum Foundation (SCSMF) is seeking a motivated and experienced Donor Relations Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for building and maintaining relationships with donors and ensuring their continued engagement in and support for the South Carolina State Museum's educational mission and initiatives. Responsibilities include but are not limited to developing and implementing fundraising appeals; communicating with and stewarding donors; maintaining donor giving information; and supporting the Foundation's leadership in the execution of its overall fundraising goals, strategies and current Capital Campaign. The ideal candidate will be a strong multi-tasker, have outstanding communication, interpersonal, and research skills, work well under limited supervision and be extremely organized. Most importantly, they should have a passion for fostering meaningful connections with donors.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to cultivate and steward relationships with donors- including donor prospect identification, cultivation, and solicitation.
• Increase support for individual donors, corporate Community Partners, and foundations to support the museum's program sponsorships, exhibitions and educational initiatives, and annual fund appeals.
• Solicit individual gifts up to $100,000.
• Develop and execute strategies for retaining and upgrading base-level and new donor giving. Acts as a primary point of contact for donors which includes responding promptly to inquiries, acknowledging gifts, and expressing gratitude for their support.
• Research prospective donors and prepare personalized cultivation plans to deepen their connection to the Foundation and Museum and increase their giving potential.
• Track fundraising metrics and prepare and present campaign reports.
• Coordinate donor recognition activities, including timely gift acknowledgement and other cultivation events to demonstrate appreciation and reinforce donor loyalty.
• Manage the Foundation's high-level donor group.
• Collaborate with the Museum's Department of Communications & Marketing to create compelling donor-centric materials, including impact reports and stewardship updates.
• Monitor donor trends and preferences, providing insights and recommendations to enhance fundraising strategies and improve donor cultivation.
• Stay informed about best practices in donor relations and fundraising ethics, continually seeking professional development opportunities to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Contribute to Foundation's overall fundraising and development strategy to build and grow a culture of philanthropy at the SCSMF and the South Carolina State Museum community.
• Supervise Foundation and Capital campaign administrative staff, volunteers and interns.
• Oversee database management and maintenance to ensure that donor records are accurate and up to date.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

Required Experience, Knowledge & Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing or related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in donor relations, fundraising and/or non-profit development.
• Ability to work flexible schedule, to include nights and weekends.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of fundraising best practices and ethical standards in donor relations.
• Proficiency in donor management software/CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Additional Comments

Highly Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Experience:

• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to interact effectively with donors, volunteers, and colleagues at all levels.
• Positive, professional attitude.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated team player, with strong organizational and communication skills
• Flexibility, ability to adapt to shifting priorities and a fast-paced environment.
• Highly reliable, extremely organized, and detail-oriented
• A commitment to the Foundation's mission and values, with a passion for making a difference.
• Discretion with confidential information

Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

01

Do you have a bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing or related field?

• Yes
• No

02

Do you have a minimum of 3-5 years of experience in donor relations, fundraising and/or non-profit development?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have knowledge of fundraising best practices and ethical standards in donor relations.

04

Are you proficiency in donor management software/CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite?

Required Question