Resource Development Manager

Position Description:
The Resource Development Manager is a ¾ time, employee of the Shell Lake Arts Center and reports to the Executive Director. The Resource Development Manager seeks to find and develop financial resources to support the year-round work of the Arts Center. They engage with stakeholders in both the public and private sectors. The Resource Development Manager will identify, cultivate, retain, and develop donor prospects. They will establish and strengthen relationships with donors and the community as a whole to build donor loyalty, raise/leverage resources, and ensure a positive brand experience with The Shell Lake Arts Center. He/she is accountable for the effective and efficient management of a portfolio of accounts generating annual contributions to meet or exceed organizational revenue goals.

Job Responsibilities:
The Resource Development Manager will support the growth and development of Shell Lake Arts Center’s fundraising goals by:
Cultivating and managing ongoing relationships with current and prospective donors
Facilitating campaigns and related events from start to finish
Providing ongoing and timely donor recognition and appreciation
Planning events for campaigns, affinity groups, and any other Arts Center event as needed
Training and managing volunteers to support annual campaigns
Developing and maintaining quality relationships with Arts Center Stakeholders
Managing and updating a relationship database of current and potential donors
Coordinating materials needed for campaigns
Assisting with campaign related web and social media content
Participating in community activities which contribute to the acquisition and retention of individual donors
Completing other duties as assigned
Works Collaboratively with the Finance Manager, Resource Development Manager, Kitchen Manager and Executive Director to forecast and plan budget on a yearly basis.
Participates in the bi-monthly effort to produce a stakeholder newsletter.

Qualifications
Passionate about the Shell Lake Arts Center’s mission
Bachelor’s Degree and a minimum of two years of relevant experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
Superb relationship building/management skills
Excellent verbal/written communication skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
Mastery of Google and Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel and Powerpoint
Ability to operate office equipment, including copiers, printers, fax machines and scanners
Excellent problem solving skills, research skills, and ability to follow through
Adaptability and openness to alternative solutions and flexibility when interacting with others
Capable of handling multiple projects with competing priorities
Ability to meet deadlines while anticipating quickly changing needs
Attention to detail and accuracy
Work both independently and as a collaborative team member
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, a professional demeanor, and to represent the organization in a positive manner at all times

Type of Opportunity: Jobs/internship
Contact information: Patrick Barnett, Executive Director at Shell Lake Arts Center

URL: https://shelllakeartscenter.org/were-hiring/

Posted: 02/02/23