Annual Giving Manager

San Francisco, CA

Full Time

Institutional Advancement

Mid Level

SUMMARY

The Annual Giving Manager is an essential member of the Individual Giving team, implementing all aspects of donor systems in support of the annual fundraising operation. This position manages renewals and solicitations for annual donors of $1,000 and above, works to expand the donor base with acquisition campaigns, plans stewardship events, manages the creation of collateral and oversees benefit fulfillment and donor recognition. The ideal candidate for this position is a highly organized, analytical and customer service-oriented professional with development experience in a non-profit environment. This position reports to the Director of Individual Giving.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Systems administration: with oversight from the Director of Individual Giving, oversee systems for a holistic cultivation and solicitation program for annual donors of $1,000 and above; implement renewal processes for annual gifts including mail and electronic communications
Project management: serve as support staff for planning, coordination and logistics for key donor stewardship events
Communications: manage monthly donor e-newsletters and Institutional Advancement (IA) communications planning
Provide critical support for Individual Giving efforts, including scheduling meetings, creating agendas, taking meeting notes, and disseminating action items
Attend regular staff meetings to discuss fundraising strategies and make recommendations on stewardship strategies and priorities
Manage a portfolio of Innovator Circle Donors, carry-out acquisition campaigns to increase number of annual donors and work closely with Membership staff to identify members who are ready and able to move into the individual giving pipeline
Work with colleagues in Online Social Engagement, Online Media, and Exhibits & Media Studio to support fundraising efforts through website, print collateral, electronic communications, and social engagement
Work closely with the Senior Manager of Development Services to ensure proper tracking of donor and prospect data; maintain accurate and complete records of donor contacts and communications and monitor monthly reporting
Support Planned Giving efforts
Serve as department lead on individual donor recognition and benefits fulfillment
Additional duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

BA/BS degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
2-3 years' experience fundraising in a nonprofit, educational or museum environment
Working knowledge of fundraising principles, techniques and ethics
Experience with event coordination and execution
Demonstrated proficiency supporting board members and other high-level volunteers
Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to manage event budgets and annual expense budgets
Knowledge of Bay Area philanthropic community preferred
Knowledge of science preferred; knowledge of arts and education helpful
Ability to work in a team environment to liaise effectively with staff in departments throughout the museum
Ability to work independently, prioritize, and manage multiple projects
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Possession of excellent problem-solving skills
Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word and Excel; Google Suite)

PREFFERED QUALIFICATIONS

Proficiency with complex annual fundraising systems, such as Salesforce

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical requirements include the ability to move from place to place, use a computer terminal and telephone, lift and carry up to 25 pounds short distances.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

This position is open until filled

HOW TO APPLY

This is a regular, full-time (37.5 hours per week), exempt, union position that includes benefits. The starting range for this role is $40.68 to $43.09. This range represents steps 1-3 on a 6 step union pay scale. Please, no phone calls in regards to this job. To apply, please visit the Exploratorium job page.

The Exploratorium is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion and respect. We welcome and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Exploratorium

Piers 15/17, San Francisco, CA 94111

Website: https://www.exploratorium.edu/about/jobs. No phone calls, please

The Exploratorium is committed to an inclusive workforce.

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