Fundraising Manager

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MSI is seeking a passionate and multi-talented Fundraising Manager responsible for strengthening the organization’s base of support and expanding MSI’s portfolio of unrestricted funding.

With oversight from the Executive Director, the Fundraising Manager will:

Work with the Executive Director, staff, and Board of Directors to reach funding goals
Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan including support from individual donors, fundraising events, local businesses, and planned giving
Manage logistics for fundraising-related events and other donor engagement activities
Assist with developing compelling, timely, and effective grant proposals and reports
Maintain and improve systems related to donor cultivation and relationship management
Collaborate with staff to develop direct engagement through correspondence, newsletters, articles, reports, and social media campaigns
Support the Executive Director in developing a major gifts program
Attend to other duties as assigned

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
The successful candidate will have a passion for engaging supporters and building relationships in support of mission-driven work. They will thrive in a team atmosphere and bring a proactive approach to addressing the needs of a dynamic organization. The candidate will be engaging, resourceful, and motivated, with the ability to take initiative and follow through on independent projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelor’s degree in non-profit management, business management, development, communications, or a similar field relevant to MSI’s initiatives
Professional Experience: 3+ years in fundraising, outreach & engagement, or related roles
Excellent communication skills including public speaking, verbal, and written skills to work with a wide variety of staff, donors, and partners
Highly organized, with excellent attention to detail
Strong prioritization skills and flexibility to attend to dynamic needs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience using engagement and marketing tools to meet funding campaigns and goals
Track record of organizing successful events and fundraisers, especially in smaller communities
Practice writing foundation grant applications and submitting related reports
Proactive approach to workflow, including an eye for improving processes and communication

Note that experience includes lived experience, traditional knowledge, volunteer experience, school or coursework, work experience, and other related qualifications, skills, and experience. No candidate will meet every requirement. If you’re excited about the position and think you may be a good candidate, we encourage you to apply.

HOW TO APPLY

TO APPLY
To apply send a cover letter, resume, and three references by April 4, 2025. Please send materials as one file with the title “LastName_ FundraisingManager” to apply@mountainstudies.org

EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
MSI offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance; generous vacation, sick, and holiday pay; and a 403(b) retirement plan with match after one year of employment.

DIVERSITY MAKES US STRONGER
MSI aims to build a welcoming, inclusive team that is as diverse as the many mountain communities we serve. We seek a broad range of perspectives and backgrounds to achieve our mission and maintain an environment where all staff are valued and respected.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to employment practices that ensure that employees and applicants for employment are provided with equal opportunities without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other factor that is not related to the position. This policy applies to all aspects of one’s employment, including hiring, transfer, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination.

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