Good Morning, please post the following position opening for Development Associate, on behalf of the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum.

 

DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

AH-TAH-THI-KI MUSEUM, Clewiston

 

DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

 

The incumbent in this position is responsible for assisting in organizing and coordinating fundraising activities in order to broaden the base of financial support for the Seminole Tribe of Florida Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum. The incumbent plans, develops, coordinates and manages long-term capital campaigns, securing grants, attracting new donors and members, and conducting special fundraising events. The incumbent cultivates and nurtures successful and productive relationships with current and potential government foundations, corporate/foundation sponsors and individual donors in order to contribute to the financial viability and overall sustainability of the Museum. This position reports to the Visitor Services and Development Manager, and is a full time, non-exempt position.

 

 

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS

 

 

·       Cultivates and nurtures successful and productive relationships with current and potential government foundations, corporate/foundation sponsors and individual donors in order to contribute to the financial viability and overall sustainability of the Museum.

·       Researches and identifies suitable funding opportunities such as Endowment Fund, Annual Giving, Capital Campaign and Corporate Level Sponsorship, to enhance and expand Museum operations for a variety of museum initiatives, such as exhibitions, education programs, community outreach, and other major projects.

·       Writes compelling grant proposals and bids to corporate, foundation and government funders; successfully administer grants awarded.

·       Plan and assists in the coordination of special fundraising events specifically to secure Museum funding.

·       Prepares communication strategy (in relation to fundraising), as required. Participates in the development of promotional articles and publications to raise awareness of the work and the Museum’s goals and objectives.

·       Assist the Visitor Services and Development Manager in devising strategies to increase Membership and ensure the delivery of quality Member services by providing ideas and methods for actively engaging Members through special events and interactive programs.

·       Monitors fundraising progress and creates quality reports for internal and external parties, when required

·       Tracks and maintains fundraising activities

• Must adhere to all Seminole Tribe of Florida’s policies and procedures.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.

 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

 

• Knowledge of Seminole Tribe of Florida’s culture and history.
• Knowledge of key local and national fundraising organizations.
• Knowledge of private foundations, corporate foundations, federal, state, local and Native American funding opportunities and processes.
• Knowledge of fundraising principles, techniques, and ethics.
• Knowledge of managing a budget and allocating funds.
• Knowledge of best practices in the field of monitoring and evaluation of grants.
• Knowledge of the principles of marketing and effective promotional processes and procedures.
• Ability to develop and implement creative marketing and fundraising strategies to advance Museum profile in community and maximize Museum resource development.
• Ability to draft promotional plans with advertising goals and objectives.
• Ability to effectively and professionally represent Museum to potential donors.
• Ability to develop and implement the goals and objectives set forth in the Museum’s strategic plan.
• Ability to maintain accurate and appropriate gift and research records.
• Ability to work with considerable initiative.
• Demonstrate a professional appearance, aptitude, and attitude.
• Ability to serve the Tribal community, the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the STOF community, general public and elected officials.

 

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

 

Bachelor’s degree is required. Minimum three (3) years of Museum development experience, fundraising, grant-writing, and/or communications experience in museum industry is preferred. Prior experience in the implementation of fund development activities from conception and successful execution from start to finish is required.  Proven successful grant writing is required. Proven successful track record of securing sponsorships and business and/or corporate financial partnerships is required.  Incumbent must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License. Demonstrate strong planning and organizational skills. Demonstrate excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrate proficiency utilizing Microsoft software packages. Ability to travel and work a flexible schedule including evenings, weekends and holidays.

 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

 

Typically, the incumbent may sit comfortably to do the work; there will be travel, occasional walking, standing, bending, carrying of items. Driving a company vehicle may be required.

 

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

 

While working inside, the incumbent works in a clean, air-conditioned enclosed area. While working outside, the individual may be exposed to South Florida weather that includes extreme temperatures, humidity, dust and rain.

 

TO APPLY

Please submit your resume and a cover letter via e-mail to [log in to unmask]

 

Applicants may also apply through the Seminole Tribe of Florida’s website:

 

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