National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA)
Development Manager 

This position will provide leadership, planning, organization, and implementation of a comprehensive organizational fundraising program in collaboration with professionals working in organizational leadership, communications, events, and fiscal management. In addition to NCECA’s existing staff and volunteer board members, they will work closely with members who are ceramic artists, collectors, and donors.

The ideal candidate will have the professional skills, administrative strengths, and personal qualities to thrive in a creative environment. They must have experience researching and writing for grant opportunities, as well as managing campaigns that draw in a wide range of donor capacities. Detailed knowledge of gift planning vehicles, experience in identifying, cultivating, and securing near-term and deferred gifts, and demonstrated success in closing major gifts are highly desirable. 

A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 3 years of development experience are required, preferably in the arts and nonprofit fields. They should also be familiar with CRM nonprofit software, donor databases, and other fundraising technology to use in their daily job duties.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Executive Director, Managing Director of Marketing and Communications, Manager of Finance and Accounting, Board President, and Development Committee to create an annual development plan and budget incorporating cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies.

• Develop and direct strategies that range from major gifts, membership, sponsorships, and the annual campaign.

• Grow the membership and Collectors Circle donor program by identifying, cultivating, and soliciting new prospects.

• Develop and sustain a stewardship program that acknowledges sustaining donors.

• Work with communications and conference staff to manage donor solicitation and engagement, online campaigns, mailings, and special fundraising initiatives.

• Meet with prospective donors and volunteers in the community to establish effective communications with them.

• Develop, coordinate, and implement special events related to development and fundraising.

• Travel to participate in the planning and implementation of the annual conference and meet with major donors.

• Research and execute grant applications with the Executive Director, Manager of Finance and Accounting, and Board Members as appropriate, including research, proposal writing, and reporting requirements.

• Build the planned giving program with a focus on deferred gifts such as bequest expectancies.

• Provide support for special events including the annual NCECA Cup Exhibition & Sale and other special events.

• Support the Board Development Committee Chair and provide necessary resources to members.

• Oversee the fundraising module within the Association Membership System to update individual records, and track campaigns, and donor histories.

• Collaborate on the creation of communications to support fundraising activities.

Benefits
Health, vision, and dental insurance. Generous Paid Time Off program and other benefits according to NCECA policies.

Level of Language Proficiency
Fluent communication in written and spoken English. Additional language proficiency is also desirable but not required.

Location
Remote: Anywhere in the United States

Apply to This Job
Instructions: NCECA seeks a creative and goal-driven self-starter experienced with fundraising methods, strategies, and tools to advance development needs. Please share a resume and letter of interest expressing your interest in and qualifications for this position.

The ideal candidate is someone with the following capacities:
Passion for the arts.
Strong writing, editing, and speaking skills.
Knowledge and experience in fundraising techniques and strategies, including major gift solicitations.
Experience in developing an annual fundraising plan including project and organizational budgets.
Experience with grant writing and preparing grant applications.
Time management and flexibility with job duties.
Experience with fundraising software and tools.
Organized and inspiring team leader.
Ability to motivate staff, board members, and other volunteers; maintain relationships with current and future donors and partners.

Position at a Glance
Schedule: Full-Time Position
Start Date: February 19, 2024
Application Deadline: January 17, 2024
Education: 4-Year Degree Required
Experience Leve: Mid-level/Managerial
Salary: USD $60,000 - USD $70,000 / year

To Apply
Application Deadline: January 17, 2024. Submit your resume and cover letter to NCECA by emailing jobs@nceca.net