The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America
Director of Donor Relations
The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America, Huntsville, Alabama, United States, 35824
Under the direction of the Vice President of Institutional Giving, The Director of Donor Relations will advance the YMCA of Metro Atlanta’s mission by providing timely and compelling communications pieces to engage, cultivate, and steward donors. This position collaborates across the association to ensure donors and prospects understand the YMCA’s mission, vision, and programs through proposals, reports, and communications.
Bachelor’s degree in Fundraising, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or other related field and 6+ years of experience in donor relations or fund-raising within a complex organization OR a high school diploma and 10+ years of experience in donor relations or fund-raising within a complex organization.
Experience working with development leadership and fundraisers to create high-level recognition and stewardship strategies and vehicles.
Strong communication skills including written, oral, and listening.
Attention to detail, creativity, and a talent for producing engaging and well-crafted proposals, stewardship, and recognition pieces.
Relevant experience with data management and experience with CRMs such as Salesforce and/or Raisers Edge.
Demonstrated experience with solicitation, stewardship, and recognition techniques, with clear understanding of how donor relations drives engagement, retention, and can increase donor giving over the lifetime of the donor.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Master’s degree in Fundraising, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or other related field and 6+ years of experience in donor relations or fund-raising within a complex organization.
Salesforce experience.
Fundraising experience for a non-profit organization.
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Bachelor’s degree in Fundraising, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or other related field and 6+ years of experience in donor relations or fund-raising within a complex organization OR a high school diploma and 10+ years of experience in donor relations or fund-raising within a complex organization.
Experience working with development leadership and fundraisers to create high-level recognition and stewardship strategies and vehicles.
Strong communication skills including written, oral, and listening.
Attention to detail, creativity, and a talent for producing engaging and well-crafted proposals, stewardship, and recognition pieces.
Relevant experience with data management and experience with CRMs such as Salesforce and/or Raisers Edge.
Demonstrated experience with solicitation, stewardship, and recognition techniques, with clear understanding of how donor relations drives engagement, retention, and can increase donor giving over the lifetime of the donor.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
Master’s degree in Fundraising, Communications, Public Relations, Journalism or other related field and 6+ years of experience in donor relations or fund-raising within a complex organization.
Salesforce experience.
Fundraising experience for a non-profit organization.
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