Monroe Community College Foundation- Associate Vice President, Development Email

Name of Organization: Monroe Community College Foundation
Title of Position: Associate Vice President, Development
Starting Date: 09/09/2024
Salary Range: $110,000-$130,000 
Organization Website: https://www.monroecc.edu/depts/foundation/

 

Description of Responsibilities:
Function of Position: 
The Associate Vice President, Development is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive development plan for the Foundation which results in private support for College and Foundation priorities. The successful candidate will work directly with leadership prospects to secure major and transformational gifts, oversee special events, annual giving and alumni activities; and, working with the support of the MCC Foundation Board of Directors, create and execute strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donors and prospects. Reporting to the Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Executive Director of the Foundation, the Associate Vice President, Development serves as a member of the senior management staff and will join a dynamic team that works to enhance private philanthropic support for MCC. 

 

Examples of Duties & Responsibilities: 

Primary Functions: 

  • Plan, executive and manage all fundraising and development programs. 
  • Oversee and support the success of special events. 
  • Report and track results of annual, major and special campaigns. 
  • Develop special fundraising projects to support key college programs. 
  • Write, review and approve fundraising proposals. 
  • Develop and coordinate an effective program for donor recognition and stewardship. 
  • Serve as staff liaison to assigned board committees, support and manage committee meetings, provide direction for staff and volunteers, and generate regular updates and progress reports. 
  • Participate as a full member of the Foundation's advancement team including professional development activities and staff meetings. 
  • Provide leadership as head of the Development department and as a member of the senior management team; provide supervision to all professional and support staff within the department. 

Secondary Functions: 

  • Plan and develop annual fundraising goals and objectives; prepare and manage annual budgets for assigned projects. 
  • Prepare and analyze reports of activities and programs. 
  • Work with senior management team to develop and recommend development policies, procedures and standards to enhance operations within the Foundation. 
  • All other duties as assigned. 

MCC Expectations: Adheres to the College Code of Conduct. Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment. Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College. Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college. Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.

Organization's Financial Sources:
Contributions 
Foundation and Corporate Grants 
Special Events 
Interest Income



Benefits: 
Professional membership dues in AFP paid by organization 
Salary Increment Policy 
Performance Review Policy 
Vacation and Holiday Policy (please specify how much PTO) 
Medical, Dental, Health Insurance
Life Insurance 
Retirement Plan

 

Education:
Required Education and/or Experience: Earned master's degree in a relevant discipline from a regionally accredited higher education institution, or a bachelor's degree with 10 or more years of demonstrated equivalent work experience in a related field.

 

Experience/Personal Qualifications:
Required Experience: 
Must be able to determine how best to develop and maintain effective relationships with donors and determine when and how a prospective donor can be successfully solicited for gifts.
Strong organizational skills and ability to create efficient systems.
Experience in budget and volunteer management and/or customer service.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Superior computer skills, including high proficiency in: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook; expected to learn and use the database and reporting software program for development (Banner).
Detail-oriented, energetic self-starter with a positive and enthusiastic outlook.
Vision to plan ahead, take initiative and set and adhere to deadlines.
Ability to multi-task and to work collaboratively with others in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work with a diverse audience of alumni and donors.

Preferred:
Development experience with increasing responsibilities in an academic setting or with a public entity.
Experience with current fundraising products and tools.
Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently

 

Specific Requirements of Position:
Annual Campaigns 
Grant Writing 
Major Gift Solicitation 
Annual Report/Brochure Production 
Planned Gifts 
Capital Campaigns 
Special Events Planning 
Computer - Database 
Computer - Spreadsheets 
Computer - Desktop Publishing 
Computer - Word Processing 

Special Requirements of Position:
Personal Automobile 
Travel 

Position Reports to:
Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Executive Director, MCC Foundation

On-Line Application Link: http://monroecc.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=180804

Include with Correspondence:
Resume 
Cover Letter