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THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING:

1. Collaborating closely with the President/CEO, and the Board Development Committee when appropriate, the VP of Development sets the philanthropic strategy and goals for the Foundation:
   1. Evaluates the effect of internal and external forces on the organization and its philanthropic mission, recommends short- and long-range funding goals, plans and programs that support the organization’s values, mission, and general objectives.
   2. Keeps informed of current development strategies as well as the general fields of management and the not-for-profit sector; informs the President/CEO, Development Committee and Board on current trends, issues, problems, and activities to facilitate policy making. Recommends policy positions concerning Philanthropy.
   3. Develops and recommends a balanced funding mix of donor sources and solicitation programs tailored to the needs of the organization that will enable it to attract, retain and motivate donors and fundraising volunteers.
   4. Expands and cultivates the annual giving and membership programs to ensure continued commitment through events and member communication.
   5. Establishes and recommends performance measures, monitors result, and assists the President/CEO, Development committee and Board in evaluating the effectiveness of the organization’s Philanthropy program.
2. Provides general oversight of all the organization’s Philanthropic activities, manages day-to-day operations of the Philanthropy and Membership functions, while also monitoring adequacy of activities through coordination with staff and appropriate committees:
   1. Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, maintains accountability standards to donors and ensures compliance with code of ethical principles and standards of professional conduct for fundraising executives.
   2. Ensures establishment of and compliance with the organization’s own philanthropic principles, policies, and procedures.
   3. Assures stability by creating a working environment that allows staff to grow & develop their skills and abilities while promoting a visionary management style
   4. Promotes an environment of open communication and collaboration within the departments, including regular staff meetings.
   5. Participates actively as a member of the senior management team and fosters open communication and collaboration within the organization and among senior colleagues.
3. Designs and assures implementation of cost-effective Philanthropy and Membership programs, while maintaining an elevated level of quality and solid return on investment.
   1. Assures proper planning including goal setting, strategy identification, benchmarking, and evaluation to support Philanthropy.
   2. Assures sound fiscal operation of the Philanthropy function including timely, accurate and comprehensive development of charitable contributions income and expense budgets, reporting, monitoring, and implementation.
   3. Combines Philanthropy resources in such a way as to maximize quantity and quality to obtain a set of results. Assures appropriate market testing to reduce risk and ensure success.
   4. Assists board members, President, other fundraising volunteers, and staff in identifying, cultivating, and soliciting charitable gifts.
   5. Oversee the writing of foundation, corporate and government proposals, and solicitation materials.
   6. Assures design and maintenance of donor and prospect records, gift management systems, and informational reports.
   7. Assures appropriate prospect research.
   8. Assures design and implementation of cultivation, acknowledgment, and recognition programs.
4. Event Management and Fundraising

a)    Design, plan, coordinate, and implement annual fundraising Gala event as well as a variety of other donor events while meeting expected financial goals.