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Director of Organizational Advancement
Worcester Center for Crafts
25 Sagamore Road
Worcester, MA 01605
508-753-8183
www.worcestercraftcenter.org

Description: Founded in 1856, the Worcester Center for Crafts is one of the oldest non-profit institutions for craft study in the United States. Possessing a 150-year commitment to craft education, the Craft Center is poised to expand and is working strategically to strengthen its financial base, rebuild its human resources, and enhance its programming and audience reach. The organization is seeking a dynamic, entrepreneurial, fundraising professional capable of leading a million-dollar capital campaign (nearly 50% raised to date) to support the organization’s strategic plan and advancement of its mission, “to sustain craft as a vital part of our world.” This key decision-maker will be responsible for soliciting major gifts from individuals and foundations, working with Trustee committees, organizing cultivation events, garnering sponsorships, and supervising the Annual Fund and individual and corporate membership programs. Reports to the Executive Director.

Position Duties:
Direct the organization’s current million-dollar capital campaign (nearly 50% raised to date).
Design, implement and manage all ongoing fundraising activities including annual giving, individual and corporate membership, endowment, sponsorships, major gifts, and special projects/events.

Initiate and manage all strategies and activities of donor/funder identification, cultivation, solicitation and relations.

Develop grant proposals, concept papers and reports for foundations and government agencies.
Prepare and pitch corporate sponsorship packages.
Create new, online opportunities for generating revenue.
Provide day-to-day supervision of the Development Associate, overseeing office support systems, donor/funder research, and gift/pledge activity.

Work with and coach trustee volunteers to meet aggressive fundraising goals.
Initiate and oversee production of all collateral material and communications for the development program.

Qualifications: This is a senior level position requiring 5-10 years of fundraising experience, particularly with major gifts. An arts organization background a real plus. This is a key position, joining an organization with the ambition of leading innovation in craft for the 21st century, while respecting the cultural traditions of a global creative community. The right person will passionately align with the Center’s strategic goals and direct an aggressive fundraising program to support the organization’s growth. History of success with 5 and 6 figure solicitations, donor/funder cultivation and relations, and a demonstrated ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects. Experienced in analyzing and summarizing complex financial documents and adept at creating and managing database systems (knowledge of Sage50 software advantageous). Superior oral and written communication skills a must to effectively convey the Craft Center’s mission, programs and priorities to a wide variety of audiences.

Apply by: October 31, 2008
Salary: Competitive Salary & Benefits