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outh Carolina United Methodist Conference lists this Senior Director for Development & Camp; Communications opportunity in columbia, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Director for Development & Camp; Communications
The Senior Director of Development provides strategic leadership in financial development to advance Epworth’s mission through annual giving, government and foundation grant, endowment bequests and gifts and capital campaigns.
Primary Performance Objectives
Coordinate with all Epworth stakeholders to plan and execute a comprehensive development strategy that strengthens donor and public relations as to increase philanthropic funding and support from individual, congregational, corporate and government support
Increase community support and revenue through personal relationships and marketing strategies that spark engagement in the life of the Epworth community
Ensure the integrity, quality, confidentiality and effectiveness of all print material and public relations outlets
Deepen relationships with the SC Conference of the United Methodist Church as to invoke a level of ownership and baptismal obligation toward the clients served
Ensure the common forward direction of the overall strategic plan for the organization
Job Task Summary
Make presentations to churches and organizations to elicit deeper involvement in Epworth as donors and volunteers
Maintain honest and transformation relationship with individuals, congregations, media, corporate sponsors, private foundations and government sponsors by expanding the web of reach through those on staff and through volunteers
Oversight of capital campaign and major gifts
Design and/or coordinate the development of communication materials that accurately depict outcomes and success stories in a way that maintains brand equity
Facilitate the rapid and accurate acknowledgement of gifts
Oversee the maintenance of data to ensure integrity and the Donor Bill of Rights
Participate as appropriate in the PQI process as assigned
Understands and follows personnel policies and practices as outlined in the ECH Staff Manual and/or department manuals and in compliance with the SCDSS group home regulations as well as those outlined in the Fixed Price Bid Contract with the South Carolina Department of Social Services, and the C.A.R.E. practice model
This description is not all-inclusive. Additional duties as may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Direct supervisor for the following positions:
Communication Specialist
Volunteer Coordinator
Data Entry Specialist
Grant Writer
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree plus five years progressive experience in funds development and marketing
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Effective public speaking presence with experience in speaking to large groups and/or media
Must be proficient with various software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel and electronic communication. Know or have the ability to quickly learn any database system required including Raiser’s Edge
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to handle multiple projects at one time
Must be able to pass standard background checks, including: drug screen, employment physical, SLED, DSS Central Registry and Sex Offenders Registry
Has a belief system and engages in faith practices that are compatible with those of the United Methodist Church
Personal Attributes and Skills:
A proven ability to work positively and professionally with diverse groups of individuals
Ability to address interpersonal barriers and strengths in his/her staff while empowering them
High level of creativity
Understands and respects the necessity for confidentiality
Organized with an attention to detail
The job is located in Columbia, SC.
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Worksite address
columbia, SC, 29228, US
Who can apply
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