Development Director

Development Director

AVA Gallery and Art Center , located in Lebanon, NH, is searching for a qualified candidate to fill a full time Development Director position, working collaboratively with the Executive Director to increase support of AVA throughout the Upper Valley of New Hampshire and Vermont. The Director of Development will work primarily onsite.

OVERVIEW:
AVA Gallery and Art Center is a 501(c)3 that provides art education, art exhibitions, and community events and programming for people of all ages, abilities, and economic levels. With an emphasis on building community, AVA hosts and promotes special events that foster interaction between artists, patrons of the arts and the public.

POSITION SUMMARY:
AVA’s Development Director works collaboratively with AVA’s Executive Director, Board of Directors, staff members, and volunteers to develop and implement a comprehensive development strategy aligned with AVA’s short- and long-term strategic goals. The Director of Development reports to the Executive Director and supervises a full-time Outreach Coordinator and part-time Grant Writer.

Key Responsibilities:

• In concert with the Executive Director and Board of Directors, develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet the organization’s annual revenue goals and long-term strategic goals.
• The Development Director, together with the Executive Director, are responsible for developing and implementing fundraising strategies and targets.
• Identify, cultivate, and steward all current and prospective donors.
• Identify and cultivate corporate and foundation donors. Secure corporate sponsors for exhibitions and programs.
• Develop grant proposals to secure funding from corporations, private foundations, and government entities.
• Manage the annual fund drive, capital campaign, and other unique campaigns.
• Work with staff members, the Development and Membership Committee, and volunteers to develop strategies and protocols for building support through AVA’s special events, membership and volunteer programs, annual fund, and visitor relations.
• Plan and execute special events that engage donors and raise funds for the organization.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director, Communication and Marketing Coordinator, and other relevant staff to develop and execute effective donor communications and marketing materials, including print and digital media.
• Manage a full-time Outreach Coordinator and part-time Grant Writer, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.
• Monitor and analyze fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjust strategies as needed.
• Report monthly to the Board of Directors and the Development and Membership Committee.
• Participates in the budget process and stays aware of the current budget as it applies to development, accounting for any variances regularly.

Desired Qualifications:

• B.A. required, M.A. a plus
• Five or more years of development/fundraising experience, including donor relations. Grantsmanship and event planning skills desired.
• Effective leadership and management skills
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience using ALTRU or similar database and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience preferred in creating queries and analytical reports.
• Strong administrative, reporting, and record-keeping skills
• Available to work occassional evenings and weekends for events and meetings, and to travel locally and regionally.
• Deep commitment to the organization’s mission and values

Salary Level and Exempt Status:

The Development Director is a full-time salaried position, exempt from overtime pay.

Benefits: Benefits are detailed in the current Employee Handbook.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $72,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• This position requires local travel. Do you have an automobile?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Donor Relations: 4 years (Required)
• Development/Fundraising: 5 years (Required)
• CRM software and querying: 3 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lebanon, NH: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person