Managing Director of Institutional Fundraising KID smART New Orleans, LA Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $75,000 a year 21 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Life insurance Qualifications Revenue growth Data analysis reporting Team leadership Technical report writing Supervising experience Major gift prospect cultivation Mentoring Project budget management Managing projects Budget preparation Productivity software Non-profit experience Editing Full Job Description Apply online at https://www.kidsmart.org/careers. Application should include a cover letter, resume, 1-3 page grant writing sample, and 3 professional references.

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smART's Fund Development team has a dual leadership model between the Managing Director of Individual Giving and the Managing Director of Institutional Fundraising. The job of the Managing Director of Institutional Fundraising is to capitalize on KID smART's longstanding history of programmatic excellence to ensure continued growth by sustaining and growing its revenue stream. The Managing Director of Institutional Fundraising will support the Fund Development Department through the solicitation of gifts from foundations, corporations, and government funders. They will research and develop award proposals, based on the goals established in KID smART's strategic plan and annual grants calendar, which will support departmental and organizational advancement. Managing Director of Institutional Fundraising responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Grant and Funder Portfolio Management Foundation Donors:

Prepare and submit grant applications to new and existing foundation donors; complete all reporting requirements for awarded grants.

Government Donors:

Prepare and submit applications to local, state, and national government funders; ensure that the organization is in compliance with all grant & reporting requirements.

Corporate Donors:

Secure corporate support and sponsorship for annual events and school partnerships- particularly Cocktails for KID sm

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JAM, and year-round support . Assist in the implementation of the strategic plan and formulation of budget needs Manage annual grants calendar and maintain an active pool of current and potential corporate and foundation donors Maintain a central file of proposals, technical and financial records, and reports in the KID smART Google Drive Manage corporate and foundation donor stewardship through developing, maintaining, and growing meaningful relationships with current and prospective donors Research grant opportunities from a wide range of funders, including government and non-government agencies Gather and analyze donor data and trends and articulate evaluation data for reporting purposes Write coherent, organized, compelling, and high-quality documents such as solicitation proposals, grant applications, technical reports, and communication materials Signature Fundraising Event Management (in collaboration with Managing Director of Individual Giving) Oversee Cocktails for KID sm

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smART's signature fundraising event, in full — from concept and budget through execution Manage the volunteer host committee, including partnering with committee co-chairs to plan and run committee meetings and drive event fundraising and attendance Coordinate sponsorship solicitation, vendor logistics, and event-day execution Development Operations (in collaboration with Managing Director of Individual Giving Manage the maintenance of the Bloomerang database and ensure the accurate and timely quality control of current and prospective donor data and records, including interactions, contributions, and current contact information Perform data and donation entry and produce fund development reports Compile donor lists for the annual impact report Prepare monthly and annual revenue reports to assess program effectiveness based on established development benchmarks and recommend alterations to plans based on trends (month-end reporting; goals vs. actuals report). Stay informed regarding innovations and trends in the development fields, including tax aspects of charitable gifts and legislation affecting such gifts. Participate with the Executive Director, Education Director, and Board in the identification and prioritization of funding needs. Fundraising Initiatives Leadership Assist with fundraising event coordination and participate in outreach projects and events Secure sponsorship and funding across KID smART's full partnership portfolio, including Adopt-a-School, AXIS Professional Development, Center Programming, Outreach (ART JAM and

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), and Year-Round Organizational Partnership Work on special events and fundraising campaigns, including year-end appeal mailing, Giving Tuesday, GiveNOLA Day, and the Creativity at the Center Campaign (Capital Campaign) Secure funding to support the KID smART Institute, a focused annual convening for educators Secure funding to support programming at the KID smART Center for Arts & Education, in collaboration with the Center Programs team Work closely with the Communications Director on donor collateral material including but limited to the Annual Impact Report, Case for Giving, and Sponsorship Materials. Collaborate with all departments to assist with other fundraising projects and develop relationships with key stakeholders Board Support & Reporting Lead the Fund Development Committee of the Board, in collaboration with the Managing Director of Individual Giving, and present regular fund development reports for Board meetings Team Leadership Supervise and support Fund Development Coordinator, in collaboration with the Managing Director of Individual Giving, including regular check-ins, performance reviews, and professional development

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will have the following experience: Bachelor's degree required; Masters or equivalent combination of education and professional experience 3+ years of grant-writing and nonprofit experience Thorough understanding of local, state, and federal funding sources and the ability to locate potential sources for funding Maintain a donor-focused approach, responding to donors with the appropriate level of urgency. Demonstrated history of successfully generating new revenue streams and improving financial results with national grants, including large national foundations and government entities Knowledge of fundraising principles, strategies, processes, and available resources Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize work and resources independently Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple application processes simultaneously Extremely organized, meticulous with details, and able to meet deadlines Ability to assess and interpret prospective and current donors' needs and wishes and translate these into practical action plans utilizing moves management Ability to collaborate in order to identify and match the needs of proposals to various departments Strong writing and proofreading skills in order to develop professional reports and correspondence Ability to clearly articulate the mission of KID smART Ability to gather data, analyze information, and prepare reports Experience supervising or mentoring staff Familiarity with the New Orleans philanthropic or nonprofit landscape Ability to work and positively function within a team environment Knowledge of computer systems and productivity software is required; familiar with standard Google Workspace applications and Bloomerang or similar CRM systems is preferred Must have sensitivity to the target population's cultural and socioeconomic characteristics. A sound understanding of financial reports and budgeting is required

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person