Associate Vice President of Development

REPORTS/RELATIONSHIPS: This position will report directly to Shayne Doty, Vice President of Development, and will lead a team of six fundraising professionals. BASIC FUNCTIONS: The Associate Vice President of Development will lead fundraising efforts, develop strategies, manage a fundraising team, and cultivate relationships for the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra. This position will maintain an individual donor/prospect portfolio ranging from $10,000 and above. KEY RESPONSIBLITIES: Strategic Planning and Implementation: Work with the Vice President of Development to develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategy and create action plans to meet short-term and long-term financial goals. Set fundraising objectives and goals, including annual and longer-term targets, and effectively motivate the team to attain goals. Implement and lead major gift and annual giving strategies. Oversee the fundraising process, ensuring efficient operations and effective communication across the department; ensure coordination with internal stakeholders for successful fundraising, patron interaction, and grant proposals. Fundraising Strategy and Execution: Identify and cultivate new and existing individual donors, including select foundations and corporations. Develop and execute fundraising campaigns, including setting the strategy for special events. Oversee the management and reporting from a donor database to track fundraising performance. Responsible for a donor portfolio of individual donors and prospects ranging from $10,000 to $25,000+. Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with individual donors, board members and trustees, members of corporations, city government, and relevant other stakeholders. Develop and implement donor stewardship strategies to ensure ongoing engagement and support. Foster a strong and collaborative relationship with the Vice President of Marketing and Audience Development and Marketing Department. Represent the organization at fundraising events and other community events. Team Leadership and Management: Provide day-to-day management of the Development team, including effectivecommunication, guidance, goal setting, and other support as needed. Coach and guide team to provide excellent service and stewardship for donors and otherstakeholders. Collaborate with internal departments to ensure alignment and enhance donorcultivation across CSO programs. Oversee department budget and track fundraising performance. Reporting and Communication: Prepare and analyze regular reports on fundraising progress and performance. Communicate fundraising goals and results to the Chief Executive Officer, Vice President of Development, and other stakeholders. REQUIREMENTS: Five to seven years of proven experience in fundraising, development, and/or nonprofit management; a track record of developing significant gifts from individual donors, corporations, and foundations; minimum of two years of experience managing teams. Commitment to, and passion for, the Charlotte Symphony Orchestras mission and values. Demonstrated leadership skills; experience leading, managing, and coaching a team of fundraising professionals, consistent with CSOs core values. Ability to work independently without close oversight, but also a team player who proactively and productively engages with others across all levels within the organization and fosters collaborative partnerships outside the organization. Excellent communication skills; writing, editing, and executive presentation skills; ability to influence and engage a wide range of donors and to build long-term relationships; effective storyteller who leverages the strengths of fellow team members to effectively engage funders. Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment; demonstrates resilience and creativity when adapting to challenges; able to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively. Proficiency in donor database management and fundraising software such as Blackbaud or Raisers Edge; knowledge of fundraising principles, ethics, and best practices. Bachelors degree in a related field or relevant work experience (e.g., fundraising, nonprofit management, communications, business); CFRE preferred. Knowledge of national funders and experience with Charlottes arts and philanthropic community are considered a plus. #J-18808-Ljbffr