Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida, Inc., Chief Executive Officer

GOALS: The historic realignment of two Girl Scout Councils serving girls in the counties of Broward, Indian River, Martin, Okeechobee, Palm Beach and St. Lucie will occur in September 2008. The transition to a new organizational structure is a unique opportunity for the CEO to play a key role in the transformation to bring one voice to Girl Scouting in Southeast Florida.

The CEO is responsible for five broad areas: Continued Transition Management, Leadership and Administrative Management, Financial and Legal Management, Fund Development, and Marketing and Program Development.

BACKGROUND: A minimum of 5 years’ comparable executive level experience is required. In addition, we seek demonstrated competency across a broad range of executive and managerial functions appropriate to non-profit organization of comparable size, including board relations, communications, financial management, fund development, planning, program delivery, marketing, and staff/volunteer relations leadership. Demonstrated leadership in organizations undergoing rapid transformations is highly desirable. The successful candidate will possess a minimum of an undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university with advanced degree preferred. Corporate executives with a significant record of involvement with national and world-class non-profit organizations are encouraged to apply.

STATISTICS: 18,000+ girl and 6,000+ dedicated adult members. The Council’s budget is projected to be $5-million. In addition, it maintains 2 office/service centers and 3 camps. Combined Council staffing is projected to be approximately 60 full and part-time employees.

Girl Scouting is strongly supportive of a multi-cultural society, and serves the interests of girl members from all communities. Individuals representative of our multi-cultural society are encouraged to explore this extraordinary opportunity.

For consideration, please email your cover letter and resume, along with salary requirements to:

Robert Perodeau, Principal

Evergreen Executive Source, LLC

P.O. Box 412 Haddonfield, NJ 08033-0412

Voice (800) 221 6663 Fax (800) 451 1451

E-mail: evergreen.source@att.net

Posted 5-6-08

Devereux Florida, Development Manager

Devereux Florida is looking for a Full Time Development Manager w/ Razor's Edge Experience.

Detailed Description:

This FT Development Manager position is located at our Beautiful Administrative Building in Orlando, Florida. This position will allow you to find purpose and give you room to grow in the largest not-for-profit provider of services to children and families in Florida. You will be a key part of our commitment to making a difference and improving the lives of our clients whom we serve, while working alongside dedicated staff and a caring management team. This position will assist and coordinate fundraising events.

Job Requirements:

To qualify, we require:

Bachelor's degree and 2 years fundraising experience. Candidate must have experience in Raiser's Edge. Must have a valid Florid Driver's License.

Devereux currently offers the following benefits to eligible Full-time employees:

-Medical Insurance

-Dental Insurance

-Prescription Drug Coverage

-Generous Time-Off Benefits and Health Management Leave

-403 (b) Pension Plan

-Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance

-Tuition Assistance Program

-Life Insurance

-Long-Term Disability Insurance

-Employee Assistance Program

-Programs to Help Balance Work/Life

-Mental health Coverage

-Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent)

-Business Travel Accident Insurance

-Service Awards

-Referral Bonuses

-Ability to work in a Caring Management Environment

**It is the intent of Devereux to continue to offer these benefits; however, we must reserve the right to change or stop them at any time, with or without notice.

EOE

Drug Free Workplace

Drug Testing Required

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency. Notification to the agency must be made five days in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation

interested applicants please apply online to: www.devereux.org/career to IRC 14412

Prevent Blindness Florida, Director of Philanthropy

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND JOB DUTIES

A. Establishes an annual income development plan which represents broad opportunities for donor prospecting, cultivation, retention, upgrading, acknowledgment and recognition

B. Provides day-to-day leadership and management to the Philanthropy function that mirrors Prevent Blindness Florida’s mission and core values

C. Motivates and leads a high-performance team

D. Establishes specific, quantifiable and measurable objectives for the Philanthropy function

E. Implement a planned gift development system to help achieve the long-range financial and program goals of Prevent Blindness Florida. Serve as staff liaison to the Planned Giving Chairman and committee.

F. Secures gifts from existing corporate sponsors and organizations while identifying new revenue sources

G. Implements an annual Board giving campaign in conjunction with the Development & Marketing Chair

H. Secures individual gifts to support the endowment and general operations of the organization

I. Serves as the Prevent Blindness Florida liaison to Community Health Charities providing support for workplace giving opportunities

J. Provides oversight for Florida’s direct mail program in conjunction with Prevent Blindness America

K. Prepares monthly and annual budget. Monitors budgett periodically for development activities within functional assignments

L. Manages the donor database in conjunction with the database consultant and the support of other PBF staff

M. Helps staff the Development & Marketing Committee in conjunction with the Director of Development & Marketing

N. Manages Development Coordinator to ensure that annual funding is met through special events and cause marketing activities

O. Manages Administrative Assistant and coordinates work flow among other senior staff

POsted 5/5/08

Catholic Charities of Central Florida, Project Coordinator

Location: Brevard County

Position: Full time

Salary: Competitive

Benefits: Yes

Immediate Opening

Non-profit organization seeks Project Coordinator to:

• Conduct community awareness campaign/events to prevent child abuse in Brevard Co.

• Plan, coordinate, and implement marketing and fundraising campaign to promote foster parent program, child abuse prevention and holiday volunteer campaign

• Serve as the liaison between child protection agencies and faith community

• Work with CCCF Marketing Department to develop a video curriculum and training manual to help faith organizations understand the dynamics of child abuse

• Research existing materials and create new materials targeting faith-based organizations

• Recruit and coordinate new volunteers for holiday volunteer campaign

• Plan and coordinate county-wide training conference for faith-based partners

• Create and manage budget for events and marketing

• Expand Brevard inter-faith coalition through monthly meetings

• Conduct marketing presentations to Brevard youth minister groups

Requirements:

• Some college required, degree preferred

• Must have experience in cause related marketing/event planning

• Must have knowledge of MS Office programs (specifically MS Excel & MS PowerPoint)

• Must be organized with attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple tasks

• Excellent verbal and editing, written communication skills

• A working knowledge of online fundraising/giving programs

• Ability and willingness to work some weekends and travel throughout Brevard County

Jess Parrish Medical Foundation, Development Officer

1. Coordinates annual giving programs, including serving as staff liaison to the Annual Gifts committee and overseeing all committee activities.

• Administers Pauline Bryan Society and Circle of Giving ensuring annual campaign goals are met and refresher campaigns implemented.

• Writes and coordinates or oversees direct mail fundraising program ensuring 3-4 mailings per year, including grateful patient and tribute gift programs.

• Plans recognition events.

2. Manages a list of corporate and business gift prospects, builds relationships and goes on calls with volunteers; writes and produces proposals to local companies and/or employee foundations.

3. Plans and organizes annual fundraising events. Supports a volunteer committee and assists in soliciting donations and sponsorships for events.

4. Participates in major gift prospect planning, cultivation, asking for and closing major gifts and donor stewardship activities.

5. Researches sources for grants for Foundation projects and hospital priority areas. Works with a team and coordinates the preparation and submission of grant applications and/or proposals according to the required format and submits. Serves as team leader and primary writer for the grant application.

6. Writes, edits and produces written and electronic communications materials that support fund development goals. Includes, but is not limited to, a Foundation newsletter and submissions to all hospital publications.

7. Creates and implements special projects that support fund development goals or community awareness, including the Scholarship Committee.

8. Supports donor recognition activities, including the annual Garden Party, donor recognition displays, etc.

9. Serves as a back up in the absence or unavailability of the JPMF Executive Director.

Position compensates at $45-$65 with full benefits.

To apply, candidates should go to www.parrishmed.com under Careers.

www.parrishmedfoundation.com

Posted 4-21-08.

UCF Foundation, Inc., Assistant Director of Annual Giving for the Rosen College of Hospitality Management

• In collaboration with the Dean of the Rosen College and the Director of Annual Giving, the Assistant Director will implement a yearly strategic fund raising plan for the College to meet goals for annual leadership gifts of $1,000 - $25,000. The Assistant Director will also be responsible for securing gifts up to $50,000 for endowments and capital priorities. Assists the Dean of the Rosen College and Director of Annual Giving in the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations, and professional groups in support of strategic college priorities.

• Assists with the development of solicitation appeals, marketing and communication materials, and other activities to help achieve the college's annual fund raising goals.

• Implements capital fund raising "mini" campaigns for the College.

• Responsible for developing and maintaining a donor/prospect portfolio of 150-200 prospects under management.

• Develops and implements targeted strategies to maximize the involvement of key volunteers in the College's development program.

• Seeks to maximize giving to the College through a consistent program of prospect outreach that includes 150-200 prospect contacts per year. All contacts are to be recorded into the Millennium donor/alumni database.

• Assists with the coordination of college donor recognition and stewardship events in support of fund-raising goals.

• Prepares written proposals for college prospects.

Other responsibilities:

Performs related duties as required or deemed appropriate to the accomplishment of the responsibilities and functions of the office.

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience.

Please submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three employment references with your on-line Administrative and Professional (A&P) Application, referring to Position #42316, at the following Web site: https://www.jobswithucf.com. Posted 03/28/2008.

The Center for Visually I, Part-time Grant Writer

The Center for Visually Impaired is looking for a part-time grant-writer. Experience is grant writing is required. For more information, please contact Ronee Hudson, executive director, at rhudson@cvicentralflorida.org or (386) 253-8879.

CVI's mission is to provide comprehensive adjustment, training and support services to blind and visually impaired individuals in Volusia, Flagler, Putnam and Brevard counties.

For more information about CVI, go to www.cvicentralflorida.org.

Posted 4-11-08

LifeStream Behavioral Center, Grant Writer

To pursue private and public funding opportunities in support of existing and expanding services for a diverse behavioral healthcare and social services agency. Sources may be print and electronic media, including the Federal Register, CFDA, Internet, and publications, directories and other sources for federal, state and local, public and private funds. Attend workshops, bid conferences and other meetings necessary to ensure the Center's eligibility for grant/award funding. Serve as project team leader in developing all grand funding requests. Ensure compliance of grant/award conditions and regulations.

Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. Computer literate. Must possess knowledge of company policies and procedures. Knowledge of program services is desirable. Knowledge of file maintenance techniques and procedures is essential.

Education: Bachelor’s degree preferred. Eligible candidate may be working towards bachelor’s degree.

Experience: Five years experience in working with public and private grant funds. Two years experience in administrative capacity. Must have a successful history of obtaining and managing grant funds.

Location: Administration Bldg, Leesburg

Habitat for Humanity Orlando, Development Coordinator

Salary: $35,000 dependent upon experience

Includes paid health, dental & life insurance benefits & 401K plan

Job Summary:

The Database Coordinator provides support to the Development department, with specific emphasis placed on the execution of data management, and reporting and analysis of donations.

Responsibilities include:

Manage the E-Tapestry donor database

o Process all online gifts.

o Process offline donations.

o Generate and track acknowledgements and tribute letters for online and offline gifts.

o Manage all matching gift requests and processing.

o Conduct Excel imports and exports.

o Maintain updated constituent records pertaining to donors, members, and volunteers.

o Generate mailing, email, and donor lists as required.

o Enforce data entry guidelines for office to ensure data quality and consistency

and provide input on improving processes as needed.

o Manage and implement mail merges and mass mailings as needed.

Reporting and Analysis

o Work with development staff to develop, maintain, and produce reporting and analysis documents for all donations.

o Interface with finance department to ensure consistent reporting.

o Provide support and input on database and data-driven marketing strategies.

Annual Giving Campaign kick-off breakfast

o Coordinate all marketing, logistics, Table Captain packets, save the date cards, agenda

and program.

Coordinate monthly Habi-Tours

o Arrange the guest speaker and family speaker.

o Prepare any materials for the tours.

o Confirm the guests.

Order House Sponsorship Signs and sponsor thank you plaques

Perform other duties as assigned

Additional Qualifications:

2-3 years administrative experience, Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination

Excellent attention to detail

Minimum one year experience with E-Tapestry or like donor database with an understanding of importing records

Event planning experience

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

Interest in, and knowledge of the work of Habitat for Humanity a plus

Demonstrated ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks and a willingness to take initiative

Proficiency with Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook

WMFE-TV/FM, Special Events Coordinator

Special Events Coordinator. Assist in designing, planning, promoting, and

executive special fundraising events for public TV/Radio in Central

Florida. Must be detail-oriented, able to multi-task, and proficient with

Microsoft Office. Must have acceptable driving, credit, and background

report. See [ http://www.wmfe.org ]www.wmfe.org for job description.

Resume to only one of the following: Human Resources, WMFE, 11510 E.

Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32817; or [ mailto:jobs@wmfe.org

]jobs@wmfe.org, or fax to 407/206-2791 Deadline: 4/18/08; after that

date, open until filled. EOE & DFW.

Account Executive for public TV/Radio in Central Florida. Sell, service,

and cultivate business accounts for TV, Radio, Member publication, and

Web. Strong sales background with two years’ TV/Radio experience

required. Must have acceptable driving, credit, and background report.

See [ http://www.wmfe.org ]www.wmfe.org for complete job description.

Resume to only one of the following: Human Resources, WMFE, 11510 E.

Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32817; or [ mailto:jobs@wmfe.org

]jobs@wmfe.org, or fax to 407/206-2791 Deadline: 4/18/08; after that

date, open until filled. EOE & DFW.

Posted 4-4-08

UCF Foundation, Inc., Director of Development for the College of Medicine

General duties as the Director of Development for the College of Medicine:

*Develops and implements yearly strategic fund raising plan for each assignment in collaboration with the Assistant Vice President for Development for the College of Medicine and the academic liaison that will meet established dollar goals.

*Responsible for the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major gifts from individuals, corporations, foundations, and professional groups in support of strategic program priorities.

*Designs and directs capital fund raising "mini" campaigns as a component of the strategic fund raising plan in collaboration with the Assistant Vice President for Development for the College of Medicine and the academic liaison.

*Identifies and maintains an active pool of 150-200 prospects under management per project.

*Develops and implements targeted strategies to maximize the involvement of university officials and key volunteers in the conduct of major gifts development effort. Regularly schedules joint prospect visits with the dean, directors or other members of program administration and faculty when appropriate.

*Meets performance objectives by maintaining a high level of development activity that results in funding and in the identification of “new” prospects.

*Seeks to maximize giving opportunities for the assignment through a consistent program of prospect outreach that includes 275-300 prospect contacts per year, which includes prospects under management. All contacts are to be recorded into the Millennium donor/alumni database.

*Provides management and support of volunteer based development efforts and assists in the recruitment of targeted individuals for the boards.

Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience.

Please submit a cover letter, resume and a list of three employment references with your on-line Administrative and Professional (A&P) Application, referring to Position #42045, at the following Web site: https://www.jobswithucf.com. Posted 4-3-08

WMFE-TV/FM, Membership Premium Coordinator

Membership Premium Coordinator for public TV/Radio in Central Florida.

Customer service position, with additional responsibility for

administration of Membership Premium gift merchandise. Research, select,

purchase, organize, and code all Thank You Premium gift merchandise for

Radio, Web, TV, and other events. Respond to inquiries from audience and

members. Process mail payments. Must be proficient in support and use of

Windows-based software, organized, capable of independent judgment, able

to work independently, attentive to detail, and have excellent

communication skills. See [ http://www.wmfe.org ]www.wmfe.org for job

description. Resume to only one of the following: Human Resources, WMFE,

11510 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando, FL 32817; or [ mailto:jobs@wmfe.org

]jobs@wmfe.org., or fax to 407/206-2791 Deadline: 4/11/08; after that

date, open until filled. EOE & DFW.

Foundation for Foster Children, Chief Development Officer

WANTED: An alive, attentive, creative mind to direct Resource Development for a new dynamic foundation that serves foster children, youth and families. We are seeking an experienced development professional to manage a development program: prospect development, annual fund raising, direct mail, major gifts, planned gifts, public and private grants, and special events.

This person will work closely with the Foundation’s CEO and Board of Directors to achieve financial goals.

We are entirely funded through private sources and offer an exciting challenge to help fund the special needs of foster children.

Requirements: strong leadership, highly motivated strategic leader, well organized and excellent oral and written communication skills; a demonstrated track record in raising major gifts from private sources; MA/MBA and five + years progressive experience preferred.

Salary and benefits are commensurate with experience.

Located in beautiful College Park section of Orlando, Florida and caring for a tri-county area of Orange, Seminole and Osceola Counties.

Qualified applicants should send resume to: Foundation for Foster Children, 2807 Edgewater, Dr, Orlando, FL 32804. No Calls! EOE,

Best Buddies International, Senior Director, State Development

Best Buddies seeks a dynamic professional to join our team in Miami, FL as the Senior Director, State Development. This position will work with State offices to create strategic plans to improve the effectiveness of Advisory Boards/fundraising efforts; collaboration with BBI’s development staff and State offices to develop/execute corporate & individual giving programs; develop fundraising materials for the purpose of maximizing corporate and individual giving within each state.

Job Duties Include: Work to increase state revenue through corporate sponsorship, individual giving & special events; improve effectiveness of local Advisory Board(s); work with HQ Development VP’s and SD’s to implement strategies identifying state sponsorship opportunities with potential to reach a national level and connecting national sponsors to the state offices for support on the local level, create/identify revenue sharing opportunities between national/state offices, create boilerplate presentation/sponsorship materials for state office’s to use as templates, work with State office’s to develop a strategy for major gifts; Evaluate effectiveness of existing fundraising initiatives in each state office; Strategize with National/State offices to execute a pilot individual giving campaign for BB alumni. Increase state private revenue income by 20% in the first year.

Requirements: Seven-plus years of demonstrated fundraising success with major gifts/corporate relations, CFRE and/or Master’s degree preferred, Board development experience, Experience with database management, preferably Kintera, Strong organizational skills including managing multiple projects and attention to detail, Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to facilitate cross-departmental communication, conduct meetings, train/mentor staff and lead staff training workshops, Must be an independent, self-starter and team player with sincere interest in the Best Buddies mission, Desire to make a difference and be a part of a unique non-profit organization, Willingness to travel extensively as necessary. To apply, please email your cover letter, resume and salary requirements to TiffanyCannava@bestbuddies.org

Rollins College , Director of Contracts and Grants

The Office of the Dean of the Faculty at Rollins College is seeking an experienced Director of Contracts and Grants.

The Director will plan and manage the contract and grants activities for the College of Arts and Sciences and report to the Dean of Faculty. The director will build collaborative relationships within the College, develop strategies for identify funding needs and opportunities, as well as manage the process of grant submissions, acceptance and stewardship. S/he will develop a tracking system for determining the status of each proposal and prepare and submit status reports. The director will assist grant recipients with budget management and preparation of internal and final reports.

Qualifications for the position include a Bachelor's degree; Master's degree preferred. Three to five years experience with successful grant proposal writing and grants administration required - preferably within academia. The candidate must develop and manage budgets, and work well with faculty. S/he must have a working knowledge of electronic research submission protocols and excellent computer skills. The successful candidate will have strong oral and written communication skills.

Please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information of three references with your application.

Applicant screening begins April 1, 2008, and continues until the position is filled.

Rollins College, established in 1885, is a comprehensive liberal arts college with a strong commitment to pragmatic undergraduate Arts and Sciences education. Rollins ranks #1 among 128 Southern regional universities in the annual rankings of "America's Best Colleges," released by U.S. News & World Report, and was recently ranked 20th best in Central Florida in the Orlando Sentinel's 2007 Top 100 Companies for Working Families.

The salary is competitive with outstanding benefits featuring health, life and dental insurance, generous paid time off, generous retirement contribution after one year, and full tuition waiver for employees, spouses and children. Rollins is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To apply, please visit: www.rollinsjobs.com

UCF Foundation, Inc., Major Gift Fundraising Director

Multiple opportunities to join our expanding and successful development team!

The University of Central Florida Foundation, Inc., located in sunny and beautiful Orlando, Florida, has multiple opportunities for seasoned, highly skilled individuals to devise and execute comprehensive major gift fund-raising plans to maximize charitable support through the identification, cultivation and solicitation of major gift prospects.

UCF is the sixth largest university in the US with an enrollment of more than 48,000 students. With 11 colleges, including a new College of Medicine, UCF offers 223 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels and has the 2nd largest number of National Merit Scholars in Florida. The university proudly opened a new on-campus football stadium and arena in the fall of 2007. With the first class of the College of Medicine set for the fall of 2009 and the groundbreaking for an exciting new Performing Art Center this year, UCF continues to grow in size and national prominence.

Applicants apply for all positions through www.jobswithucf.com, position: Director of Advancement/Alumni Affairs. No paper applications, resumes, cover letters or emails will be accepted or considered for this A&P position. Cover letters, resumes, and other documents can be attached through the www.jobswithucf.com website. Requests for additional information can be sent to hrucff@mail.ucf.edu.

Your assistance with the University of Central Florida's Affirmative Action Plan implementation is appreciated. The University collects VOLUNTARY declarations of race and gender and uses the information to compile statistics on recruitment success. If you choose to assist, your demographic information will be used only for affirmation action.

The University of Central Florida is an equal opportunity, equal access, and affirmative action employer.

Posted 3-17-08.

Washington University, Senior Associate Director

Washington University in St. Louis (“The University”) seeks a dynamic and creative Senior Associate Director of Planned Giving to help build on the existing success of its development operations. The University completed a highly successful campaign in 2004, which significantly exceeded its initial goal of $1 billion. The University is currently engaged in an institution-wide, strategic planning process and seeks to realize the philanthropic potential of its alumni, parents, and friends. The candidate chosen to fill this position will support this effort to take advantage of the University’s increasingly high profile among alumni and other prospective donors.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Planned Giving, the Senior Associate Director of Planned Giving will be responsible for the cultivation and solicitation of a portfolio of prospective donors for planned gifts, including, but not limited to: estate gifts, charitable gift annuities, charitable remainder unitrusts, pooled income funds, lead trusts, and outright gifts. The ideal candidate will possess at least three to five years of major gift and/or planned giving experience, preferably in a higher education setting, with knowledge of the legal and procedural requirements associated with planned gifts and the personal energy, enthusiasm, and drive to achieve ambitious institutional goals. S/he will also have a demonstrated ability to establish and maintain relationships with high-level prospects, speak credibly about higher education, and compose strong, clearly written correspondence. Working in a team environment, the candidate will be able to plan strategically, set priorities, and efficiently manage resources.

Washington University in St. Louis has retained the services of Mr. Jack Gorman of Isaacson, Miller, a Boston-based national executive search firm to assist in conducting this important search. All inquiries, applications, and nominations for this position should be directed via email to: Rachel Ellenport, Associate, at 3602@imsearch.com.

posted 3-12-08

The SalvationArmy, Development Director

Plans, develops, implements, administers, evaluates, and monitors an aggressive Direct Fund Raising Program targeting an assigned geographical area under the direction of an Area Commander; develops and secures funds to reach/surpass fund-raising goals through a variety of financial development vehicles including individual gifts and individual donor upgrading, corporate gifts and sponsorships, foundation support for specific program and projects, government grant and private grants, capital campaigns and special events. Works directly and independently with local officers, their boards and committees to develop local promotional plans; plans and coordiantes all public relations activities and volunteer activities and ensures compliance with the designated budget; confers directly with Divisional Headquarters administraiton and boards as well as with Territorial Headquarters. Strenth in development and in grant writing and monitoring of grants is a must.

Anchor House Ministries, Development Associate

The Development Associate will have the responsibilities of working with the Executive Director as he outlines goals, objectives and projects originating from the Board of Directors and from his office relevant to the organization’s fundraising and development goals. This will include: 1) Major Gifts for restricted, operating and endowment funds and 2) Promoting and securing planned gifts in concert with planned giving committees. This will also include spearheading occasional projects or in other instances offering the support in coordinating the activities to achieve the goals. The Development Associate will be asked to think and act outside of the box as our work environment is a fast paced environment that has a unique culture of being a private charitable 501 C 3 – that is also State licensed as a residential facility to help youth in crisis. We are also uniquely a Christian ministry that maintains a strong identity with a broad range of churches in our county and beyond. This position will also involve data coordination as outlined below.

The Development Associate / Data Coordinator supports the Development Department of Anchor House by managing and maintaining the Organization’s databases, coordinating bulk mailings, generating reports, and managing data input of donations, constituent history. The Development Associate / Data Coordinator will also maintain volunteer tracking information, including tracking hours and interests. The candidate will also work to organize reports and acknowledgement letters.

Please contact us for more details

Location: Auburndale FL

A Gift For Teaching, Development Coordinator

The overall responsibility of the Development Coordinator is to support the development activities under the guidance of the Development Manager. These efforts will improve department and organizational capability to fulfill the needs of Central Florida teachers and students in need.

This position will interface across the organization with other departments. Major job duties include:

Donor Cultivation Activities and Special Events;

Database Support/Maintenance; Donor Recognition

Skills Required:

Excellent writing and creativity skills

Attention to detail

Development/Sales experience

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Must be energetic, driven, people person, willing to get hands dirty

Some nights/weekends required

Background:

Candidates must have a keen eye for detail, be willing to embrace meticulous data entry, work with a myriad of internal/external customers, be eager to learn and share

Candidates must have a minimum of 1 to 2 years experience in the development or business relationship field with previous non-profit experience a plus.

Please e-mail or fax your resume WITH salary requirements.

Conservancy of Southwest Florida, Major and Planned Gifts Director

Under the Vice President's overall guidance and support, work with the

board of directors, capital campaign and planned giving committees for

the identification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of major

and planned gifts. Major position responsibilities include:

I. Major Gifts (gifts of $10,000 and more) for restricted, operating and endowment funds

II. Promoting and securing planned gifts in concert with

planned giving committee

III. Capital Campaign Management

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's degree required in a related field.

* Five or more years experience as a senior fundraising

professional.

* Extensive experience cultivating and stewarding relationships

with major donors and prospects, leading to solicitation of six and

seven figure gifts, including deferred, life income, and estate gifts.

* Ability to rapidly develop positive working relationships with

staff, board members, and volunteer solicitors and instill a sense of

confidence in the major, capital, and planned giving programs.

* Excellent written and oral communication.

* Interpersonal and team building skills.

* Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and experience working

with Raiser's Edge or similar fundraising software required.

* Experience and knowledge of move management systems, prospect

research, identification, and rating systems.

* Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, as well

as having individual initiative and creativity.

* Experience designing and overseeing private cultivation and

stewardship events in support of major and planned gift programs.

* Experience marketing planned giving programs preferred and

willingness to develop greater knowledge of planned giving instruments.

To Apply: Send application, letter highlighting relevant experience

and interest, resume, salary requirements, copies of writing samples,

and three professional references to Human Resources Director,

Conservancy of Southwest Florida, 1450 Merrihue Drive, Naples, FL

34102. EOE & DFWP.

The Nature Conservancy, DIRECTOR OF PHILANTHROPY-FLORIDA

As The Nature Conservancy embarks upon the largest campaign in the history of conservation, we seek a major gifts fundraiser/manager to lead staff and volunteers to strengthen and expand a program which currently raises $6 million annually in private & foundation dollars, and to personally manage a portfolio of 25-50 $100,000+ major gift prospects in support of state & global conservation priorities. Required: undergrad degree, 8-10 years major gifts fundraising experience designing cultivation and solicitation strategies & closing 6-7 figure gifts, proven management experience in a complex institution, ability to build long-term relationships with donors, and knowledge of existing technology and current trends in charitable giving. Location: Orlando preferred, but is negotiable. We also seek 4 major gifts fundraisers in Southeastern Florida to create and implement strategies for the cultivation and solicitation of a portfolio of 50-75 major gift prospects with capacity to make $100,000 gift over 3 years to support state, regional and global conservation priorities. Requires undergrad degree, 5-7 years major gifts fundraising experience in designing & closing 6-figure gifts. Submit cover letter & resume to jobs@tnc.org (indicate FL in subject line). Visit www.nature.org/careers to view full job description. EOE

Haven Hospice , Associate Director of Development

Haven Hospice is seeking a full time Associate Director of Development in Gainesville, Florida

Requirements: 2-5 years experience in successful fundraising, knowledge of capital campaigns, donor stewardship, public relations with a strong background in major gifts and planned giving.

Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities: Reports to: Senior Director of Organizational Advancement

The Associate Director of Development is responsible and accountable for targeting, cultivating individual, organizational and business relationships throughout Haven’s service area that enhances fundraising activities. Also, will be responsible and accountable for creating and maintaining donor profiles in the Raiser’s edge software. Actively participates in departmental strategic planning/implementation and will also have a key role on meeting annual development revenue goals.

Contact: submit resumes to employment@havenhospice.org or fax to 352-379-6206

National Audubon Society, Major Gifts Officer

Purpose of the Position

Works closely with Chief Development Officer. Primary position responsible is identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and acknowledging major gifts in the Central and Gulf Coastal Ecosystem Region, including the central east coast. Manages a caseload of approximately 150 prospects ranging from established individual and corporate donors to new prospects with no prior Audubon association.

Essential Functions

Reach annual major gifts goals as part of performance objectives, by:

• Initiating contact and establishing rapport with new prospects, recent and lapsed major donors, board members, community leaders, and others who may have an interest in major funding of Audubon’s mission;

• Cultivating regional prospective donors in support of Audubon programs and activities while identifying their specialized interests;

• Working with Audubon staff to create strategies and approaches to elicit, match, or enhance donor giving as part of the cultivation and solicitation process;

• Managing a caseload of 150 prospects with varying charitable capacities and motivations to move them toward successful major gift closings;

• Tracking and reporting monthly on identification, cultivation, and closing of gifts in the context of annual performance goals;

Qualifications (e.g., education, training, experience, licenses and skills)

• Bachelors degree required;

• Six to 10 years of professional development experience, including prior major gift solicitation; Planned Giving experience highly desirable.

• Working knowledge of central Florida donor base, community leadership, and philanthropic activity highly desirable;

• Be comfortable and productive in a fast-paced, collegial, team-oriented environment while being responsible for attaining annual performance goals;

• Be articulate and engaging, and receptive to donor interests and perspectives;

• Be well organized and able to handle details while pursuing overall goals;

• Able to adapt quickly to a new organization;

• Represents Audubon’s mission and philosophy with the highest professional standards;

• Computer literate; knowledge of Microsoft Office applications;

• Must have valid Florida Drivers License & automobile.

Mental Health Association, Director of Development

Exciting opportunity for fund development professional with minimum 3 years experience to manage a comprehensive philanthropy program including annual fund, major gifts, special events, donor stewardship and legacy gifts. Will work with Development Committee, Board of Directors and President/CEO to develop, implement, manage and evaluate strategic plan to match donor needs with needs of the organization. Cover letter and resume to Mental Health Association, 777 37th Street, Suite D-104, Vero Beach, FL 32960. No phone calls. www.mhairc.org.

Rollins College, Vice President for Institutional Advancement

Reporting to the President, and serving as a key member of the cabinet, the vice president for institutional advancement (VPIA) will be expected to expand the resource base and broadly promote the institution regionally, nationally, and internationally. Rollins is seeking candidates whose portfolios demonstrate an entrepreneurial nature reflected in their exceptional prospect relationships, successful solicitations, and engaged donors. The directors of development, planned giving, donor and external relations, alumni relations, advancement services, and foundation relations report directly to this position, which oversees 31 staff and a budget of $2.5 M.

As one of America’s premier comprehensive liberal arts colleges, Rollins educates students for global citizenship and responsible leadership. Rollins’ 3,500 students enjoy small classes, personal interaction with an outstanding faculty, and a lush 70-acre campus with a range of amenities including the 75,000-square-foot Alfond Sports Center and the Cornell Fine Arts Museum.

Rollins is composed of three academic divisions: the College of Arts & Sciences, the Hamilton Holt School, and the Roy E. Crummer Graduate School of Business. Rollins ranks NUMBER ONE among 121 Southern master’s-level universities in the annual rankings of "America's Best Colleges," released by U.S. News & World Report. This is the third consecutive year Rollins has garnered the top spot in this category. The Crummer School is ranked among the finest graduate business programs in America (currently #1 in Florida and #37 in the nation). Rollins employs 200 faculty and 470 staff in a wide variety of disciplines and occupations.

The ideal candidate will have a broad portfolio of fundraising and leadership accomplishments, at least 10 years of progressive experience, including a major capital campaign and alumni relations, and a commitment to liberal arts education. A master’s degree is preferred.

Through its mission, Rollins College is firmly committed to creating a just community that embraces multiculturalism; persons of color and women are therefore encouraged to apply.

Diocese of Orlando, Director of Finance

Brief Description of Job: This position is responsible for the fiscal and business operations of the Catholic Foundation of Central Florida, Inc. Specifically, the Director will prepare and oversee the financial projections, investments, budgeting, accounting, payroll, and purchasing for the Foundation. This person will assist in developing and monitoring of the budget; prepare and maintain the financial records and statements which include accounts receivable/payable, check disbursements/receipts, payroll, cash management, bank reconciliations, deposits, investments, fund accounts and journal entries; coordinates annual financial audit; responsible for the timely and accurate preparation of IRS reports; Oversee business administrative functions in the area of operations and human resources in conjunction with the President; oversee fiscal operation for Foundation in conjunction with the President.

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants should possess a Bachelor’s degree in accounting and four years of accounting/ financial investment and managerial experience in a computerized environment; possess demonstrated ability to work within a church-related environment; ability to utilized advanced computer skills to access data, maintain records, generate reports and communicate with others; working knowledge of accepted accounting practices; ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing to the Catholic Foundation of Central Florida Board and staff, internal/external agencies and the general public from diverse socio-economic background; ability to work independently with considerable latitude for judgment and initiative; possess demonstrated quantitative and analytical skills, creativity, flexibility and ability to work as an effective team member; ability to work in a fast-paced environment. CPA preferred. Operating knowledge of Microsoft Serenic Navigator a plus.

Send letter of interest, resume, three references and salary history to:

Ms. Maribel Ayala

Diocese of Orlando

P.O. Box 1800

Orlando, FL 32802

Diocese of Orlando, Research Coordinator

Research Coordinator

CHANCERY OFFICE, ORLANDO

Closing Date: January 31, 2008

FT/PT: Full-time

Salary Range: Respond with salary requirements

Brief Description of Job: Reporting to the President of the foundation is responsible for the design and daily management of a comprehensive prospect research and management program. The primary purposes of this program are to identify and qualify individuals, corporations and foundations capable of making major, planned and larger annual gifts, and to develop and track tailored strategies for fundraising staff and volunteers aimed at securing gift commitments. This position will be initially supporting the efforts of our diocesan-wide capital campaign from 2008 to 2010.

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants should possess minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in a fundraising setting with at least two years directly involved in prospect research and management required. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a level of knowledge normally acquired through the completion of a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or a research related field with experience in research techniques and resources. Must have a strong work ethic and willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule to accommodate overtime and/ or peak periods; demonstrated ability to work within a church-related environment. Working knowledge of Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge a plus.

Send letter of interest, resume, three references and salary history to:

Ms. Maribel Ayala

Diocese of Orlando

P.O. Box 1800

Orlando, FL 32802

Phone Number: No phone calls please

Facsimile Number: (407) 246-4941

E-Mail Address: mayala@orlandodiocese.org

Diocese of Orlando, Campaign Director

Campaign Director

CHANCERY OFFICE, ORLANDO

Closing Date: January 31, 2008

FT/PT: Full-time

Salary Range: Respond with salary requirements

Brief Description of Job: The Diocese of Orlando is seeking an experienced fund-raising professional for the position of Campaign Director. This person will assist in the continued shaping of the overall campaign design; maintain supportive relationships with pastors and lay leaders; implement parish readiness; and assist in the execution of 90 parish campaigns as part of one diocesan effort. The Campaign Director will also monitor campaign progress and ensure ongoing momentum through continued gift solicitation.

Minimum Qualifications: Applicants should possess significant fund-raising and capital campaign experience and will have conducted or staffed at least one major diocesan capital campaign. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, goal-oriented, and self-driven, with excellent communication skills and an ability to clearly articulate the values and mission of the Catholic Church. Must have 3-5 years supervisory experience and the ability to serve as a positive and motivating teacher and trainer for staff and volunteers.

Send letter of interest, resume, three references and salary history to:

Ms. Maribel Ayala

Diocese of Orlando

P.O. Box 1800

Orlando, FL 32802

Phone Number: No phone calls please

Facsimile Number: (407) 246-4941

E-Mail Address: mayala@orlandodiocese.org

Camp Boggy Creek, Major Gifts Officer

Camp Boggy Creek is one of the camps established under the umbrella of the Hole in the Wall Camps established by actor and philanthropist, Paul Newman. The mission of Camp Boggy Creek is to enrich the lives of seriously ill children by creating camping experiences that are memorable, fun, empowering, safe and medically sound. Camp Boggy Creek recently celebrated 10 years of service to over 32,000 children and family members. The annual revenue goal is $5M. Camp Boggy Creek is a $23M facility located on 232 acres and is about 30 minutes north of Orlando. We are currently seeking a fundraising professional to add to our development team. The position available is the Major Gifts Officer. Visit the web page at www.boggycreek.org for more information about Camp Boggy Creek.

Major Gifts Officer- Position summary: Establishes a major gift program focused on reaching defined revenue goals. Responsible for identifying, cultivating,and soliciting donations from a portfolio of corporate, foundation and individual major donor prospects. The Major Gift Officer will work closely with the Executive Director, Development Committee and Board of Directors with major gifts for the Capital Campaign. Responsibilities include building and managing a portfolio of major donor prospects, prospect research and tracking, developing strategies for cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, authoring proposals/applications to Corporations or Foundations and maintaining progress reports. The position reports to the Executive Director.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree and CFRE preferred

3- 5 years of progressive fundraising experience with successful track record in securing significant annual major gifts and working with major gifts for capital campaigns

Experience with donor data base software, Raisers edge preferred

Exceptional organizational, interpersonal and written communication skills/compelling writing style.

Ability to work independently, personal motivation, initiative, and creativity essential.

Passion for children's programs and the mission of Camp Boggy Creek

Regional travel required within the state of Florida and flexible hours to include some weekends and evenings

Everglades Foundation, Director of Development

The Everglades Foundation seeks a Director of Development. Reporting to the Senior VP and COO, the Director provides leadership in planning and implementing all development programs, including annual giving, corporate/foundation relations, major/planned gifts, endowment campaigns, and special events. The Director will grow major and planned gifts, prepare the Foundation for an endowment campaign, and oversee the Development Assistant.

The Everglades Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) that works to protect the Everglades through environmental leadership, scientific expertise, and policy experience; it gives grants to the best local, national and international organizations to focus on Everglades restoration.

The Foundation seeks an individual who has a strong commitment to environmental conservation and can articulate that passion to constituents and stakeholders of the Foundation. The candidate will have a proven track record (5-10 years) in researching, cultivating, soliciting and closing major gift prospects in the $10,000+ range; demonstrate success in a variety of fundraising venues; and be able to manage multiple tasks/complex structures, mentor staff (direct reports and others), problem solve, and analyze data.

A Bachelors Degree is required; an advanced degree is a plus.

Contact: Jane M. Luiso, Principal, Kittleman, 200 E Broward Blvd, Ste 1105, Ft. Lauderdale, FL, 33301, 954-712-1101, FAX: 954-712-1102, e-mail: ef-dod@kittleman.net

Hospice of Volusia/Flagler Counties, Halifax Health, Fund Development Coordinator

Halifax Health is seeking a Fund Development Coordinator for Hospice of Volusia/Flagler, a large not-for-profit organization seeking to raise $1-2 million annually through direct fund raising, planned giving and endowments. This candidate must have demonstrated success in raising funds at this level and be able to cultivate and maintain donor relationships, donor recognition, and supervise a small number of staff.

Requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Business or related field.

• Demonstrated experience in fund raising. (experience in public relations, marketing, or related field a plus).

• Must have strong interpersonal, oral, and written skills.

The Hospice of Volusia/Flagler is a respected national leader in end-of-life care and an example of compassionate medical service, recognized, reimbursed and regulated under state and federal guidelines. When it opened in 1979, The Hospice of Volusia/Flagler was one of only a handful of hospice programs in the United States. The 17 members of the all-volunteer staff felt strongly that people didn't need to die in a hospital room, alone and in pain.

Since 1979, The Hospice of Volusia/Flagler has cared for more than 40,000 patients in Volusia and Flagler counties. Its average daily census is 600 patients cared for by 400 full-time professional employees and over 600 specially trained volunteers. In addition to caring for patients at home, in nursing homes, ALFs, and in hospitals, The Hospice of Volusia/Flagler operates a 16-bed Care Center in Port Orange, a 5-bed Hospice House in New Smyrna Beach, and in the Fall of 2007 will open an 18-bed Care Center in DeLand. A 12-bed Care Center is also being planned to open in 2008 in Edgewater.

About Halifax Health *

Halifax Health has been recognized for its working environment by many area publications and was ranked #1 in the Orlando Sentinel's 2007 Top 100 Companies for Working Families. Halifax Health is the only company in Volusia County ranked in the Top 25 for the last four years. For more information, visit www.halifaxhealth.org.

Cornerstone Hospice, Director of Development

Cornerstone Hospice Foundation, a relatively new organization located in Central Florida, is seeking a Director of Development who can organize and conduct a volunteer driven (staff supported) leadership giving program among individuals in a four county area. This professional must have an entrepreneurial spirit and be up to the challenge of identifying and creating a prospect base as well as establishing a highly successful fund raising program in twelve months or less.

Professionals committed to the highest standards of ethical practices in fund raising and who have excellent organizational, inter-personal and communication skills will be considered.

Applicants must provide documented benchmarks of fund raising achievements in current/former positions during their career. Preference shall be given to applicants who have worked in a healthcare setting, are active in professional associations and who have a passion for the mission of Hospice. Must have a four-year degree, five years experience or more in fund raising and be proficient with fund raising and computer software programs.

Compensation includes outstanding benefits, professional memberships, base salary and incentive compensation. Applications close out October 1, 2007. Anticipated start date is November 2007.

Please send cover letter and resume to: dmisearch@aol.com To learn more go to:

www.hospicels.com

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida, Chief Development Officer

Specific Responsibilities:

• Setting and achieving, in close collaboration with the chief executive, annual agency revenue goals.

• Developing and implementing a written plan for identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding x (number to be determined) individual, foundation and corporate potential donors capable of giving $50,000 and more over time.

• Developing and implementing a written plan for identifying, qualifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding x (number to be determined) potential donors capable of giving $1,000 to $25,000 annually.

• Supporting the CEO’s major gift work with top prospects.

• Personally, managing a portfolio of 150 to 200 prospective donors.

• Making 10 - 15 visits per month.

• Developing and implementing written strategies based on capacity and readiness to give.

• Determining how assigned prospects will be solicited for their annual fund gift.

• Soliciting and closing, by second year of employment, 15-20 major gifts.

• Developing an annual revenue stream from assigned prospects, by third year of employment, of at minimum $500,000.

• Recruiting, hiring, training and managing (for performance and retention) fund development staff according to agency protocols and national fund-raising professional standards.

• Building and staffing an engaged giving and getting Board Fund Development Committee.

• Developing demonstrable understanding of and supervisory capacity for the Raising More Money and Bowl for Kids’ Sake programs.

• Developing and implementing a bequest program.

• Supervising prospect research, donor stewardship and information systems including prospect management and major gift initiative reports.

• Serving as a member of the management team by staying abreast of organization-wide issues and contributing to the overall management of the organization.

Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree

• 3-5 years progressively responsible experience in fund development; demonstrable personal solicitation success; management experience w/ at least 2 direct reports

• Valid US driver’s license and ability and willingness to travel

The Wilmington Music School, Development Director

The Wilmington Music School, (WMS) Wilmington, Delaware, seeks Director of Development. WMS is an independent community music school founded in 1924, accredited by NASM & ACCPAS with an enrollment of 2000 (main location and 20 outreach sites).

This is a new and full time position. Candidates must conduct a comprehensive range of fund raising programs, including annual and planned giving with emphasis on completion of a capital campaign that has raised 50% of a $5.5 million goal.

Candidates must have minimum of five years experience in education fund raising, a bachelor’s degree in related field. Experience with an independent music school (preferred). Verifiable track record of continued growth in former positions and excellent communication/interpersonal and organization skills required. Must be adept at Raiser’s Edge. Reports to Executive Director. Compensation based upon experience; excellent benefits. Visit: www.wilmingtonmusic.org.

Send resume to: Development Search Committee, WMS, 4101 Washington Street, Wilmington, DE 19802, or via email to DDSearch@wilmingtonmusic.org.

Posted 6-13-07

National Jewish Medical and Research Center, Director of Regional Development

National Jewish Medical and Research Center, known worldwide for the treatment of patients with respiratory, immune and allergic disorders, and groundbreaking medical research, is seeking a strategic and creative individual to lead its Boca Raton, FL office as Director of Regional Development. The Center is located in Denver, CO and is nonsectarian and nonprofit.

The Center is seeking someone who can manage the development effort in the region, which includes building major, planned gift and special event revenue. The ideal candidate will possess a successful track record of securing six and seven figure gifts for a medical or higher education institution; be a proven strategist with good planning skills and strong business acumen; and financially and politically astute. The Director must have the presence and poise to lead a team, familiarity with the Florida region, and an appreciation for working in a satellite office.

Email cover letter and resume to Teresa Ward, Search Director, LOIS L. LINDAUER SEARCHES, at tward@lllsearches.com.

The Salvation Army, Director of Development

The Salvation Army

1555 LPGA Blvd.

Daytona Beach, FL 32117

Telephone: (386) 236-2020

FAX: (386) 236-2019

Job Posting

Director of Development

Key Responsibilities:

Plans, implements and monitors an aggressive direct fund raising program targeting greater Volusia and Flagler Counties. Secures funding for Salvation Army programs through a variety of financial development vehicles including: individual gifts and individual donor upgrading, corporate gifts and sponsorships, foundation support for specific programs and projects, government grants, and major donor special events.

Plans and coordinates public relations activities to create greater community awareness of The Salvation Army and its programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing or a related field, and at least

two years of experience working in fund raising, marketing or a related field.

Salary: Negotiable

Interested applicants may apply/send resume to:

The Salvation Army

Attention: Major Mark Harwell

1555 LPGA Blvd.

Daytona Beach, FL 32117

Posted 1-11-07

Florida Hospital Centra Care, Manager Community Outreach & Grants

Position Summary:

The Grants Research Analyst/Writer is responsible for managing a system of researching grant opportunities from national, regional, and local foundation, corporation, and governmental sources using online and hard copy resources. Will also identify research and evaluate the feasibility of potential prospects as matches for Florida Hospital Centra Care. The incumbent will be responsible for creating and managing comprehensive grant prospect tracking processes.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

Contact: Email resumes to FH.Centra.Care.Resumes@flhosp.org .

Closing Date: Available until filled.