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AFP Employment Listings
AFP-Fairfield County Chapter sponsors a Job Posting Service for area fundraising professionals. To list a position, please send a 50, 100 or 150-word synopsis including position description, salary range, deadlines and contact information to:
Marianne Hickey at mariannehickey@afpfairfield.org . Please send the ad in a Word document or in the body of your email. The ad will remain on the site for 30 days, and emailed to AFP Members.
Administrative fee:
| Number of Words | AFP Member Fee | Non-AFP Member Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | $25 | $35 |
| 100 | $50 | $70 |
| 150 (maximum) | $75 | $100 |
To pay online with a credit card, please click here
To pay by check, make payable to “AFP- FC” and send to:
Marianne Hickey
29 Black Alder Lane
Wilton, CT 06897
Major Gifts Officer
A state program of the National Audubon Society (NAS), Audubon Connecticut (ACT) is expanding its focus on major gifts fundraising and seeks to hire a Major Gifts Officer. This position provides an opportunity for a highly motivated development professional to build and manage a portfolio of donors capable of making five and six figure gifts, as well as to help Audubon grow its major gifts program toward the seven-figure range. Reporting to the Executive Director of ACT, this individual will be a dedicated partner with other ACT and National Audubon Society staff, and ACT advisory board members and supporters. S/he will supervise the Development Officer and act as a leader for fundraising through the state program, providing guidance to program staff as needed.
To read the full position description and apply online, please visit: https://careers-audubon.icims.com/jobs/3335/major-gifts-officer%2c-audubon-connecticut/job.
Vice President, Chief Development Officer – Family & Children’s Agency
The Vice President, Chief Development Officer will be responsible to plan, organize and oversee all aspects of the organization’s fundraising and communications activities. This position will also be responsible to develop with a group, strategic plans which will include cultivation of relationships with potential donors to grow donations, while increasing volunteerism and overall visibility for the organization.
Requirements:
- Extensive knowledge of fundraising and building and maintaining relationships with donors.
- Ability to communicate effectively with diverse constituencies utilizing excellent written and oral skills.
- Experience developing communications plans and strategies including the use of social media.
- Experience working with volunteers and overseeing volunteer management
- Extensive experience managing a development team.
- Experience with Raiser’s Edge Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite
- Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree, CFRE or Master’s Preferred.
To view the full description and apply please visit our website: http://familyandchildrensagency.org/careers.aspx
Major & Planned Giving Officer – Gaylord Specialty Healthcare
Gaylord Specialty Healthcare is a premier 137-bed, speciality hospital located in Wallingford, CT. We provide a continuum of care including inpatient and outpatient physical rehabilitation and complex medical care and treatment. We currently have a full-time career opportunity for an experienced Major & Planned Giving Officer to manage a portfolio of prospects and solicit for major and planned gifts and to oversee the planned giving program with the goal of generating donor interest and inquiries that translate into current and future planned gifts.
Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of experience in development and planned giving. CFRE preferred. Knowledge of tax law, endowments and bequests necessary. Knowledge of CGAs and PG Calc a plus. Raiser’s Edge experience desired. Strong verbal and written communications skills essential.
A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits offered. For more information and to apply, please visit our website at www.gaylord.org, search #2017-0233.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer
Special Event Manager – Eagle Hill School
Eagle Hill School, a school for children with learning disabilities, seeks a talented and motivated individual to join its dynamic development team. Under the direction of the Director of Development & Marketing, this creative and detail oriented person will be responsible for the management and implementation of fundraising and special events for the school.
Requirements: bachelor’s degree in a related field; prefer a minimum of 2-4 years’ experience in event management (preferably in education); Strong technology skills including Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite; excellent written, verbal, and, interpersonal skills; high degree of professionalism/confidentiality.
Please send cover letter and resume to Lisa Ferraro L.Ferraro@eaglehill.org
Assistant Director of Development, Annual Giving – King School, Stamford, CT
The Assistant Director of Development, Annual Giving oversees King School’s relationships with parents including annual giving. This role is largely involved with the school’s Annual Fund and securing parent gifts. This individual will be the liaison to the Parents Association and manage a fundraising portfolio.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate to maximize effectiveness of the Annual Fund.
- Manage segment mailings, acknowledgement letters and stewardship of parent gifts
- Represent the team at PA meetings.
- Develop and improve programming for current and past parents of King School.
- Support Homecoming, Annual Gala/Auction, speakers and events as needed.
- Manage portfolio of parents for personal solicitations of gifts to the Annual Fund.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Three years experience in a school advancement role.
- Database experience preferred; experience with Blackbaud’s Raiser’s Edge a plus.
- Must have a positive public presence and a sense of humor.
- Must be available for evening and weekend work as required.
- Commitment to King’s Mission, Virtues, and Diversity Policy Statement
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to developmentjobs@kingschoolct.org
Read the full description at https://www.kingschoolct.org/welcome-to-king/career-opportunities
Grants & Communications Manager – Child Guidance Center of Southern Connecticut
The Grants & Communications Manager will promote the agency’s commitment to excellence, supporting the fulfillment of institutional advancement and public awareness goals and the achievement of annual fundraising targets.
Responsibilities:
- Research and monitor grant sites for potential funders
- Write and submit grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and funder reports; manage grant donor acknowledgements
- Maintain and monitor fund development calendar, including tracking grant awards, submissions, reports, events, and appeals
- Develop and manage content and distribution of monthly eNewsletter and all other e-communications
- Develop and design communications materials (annual reports, event materials, press releases, direct mail appeals, other materials)
- Work with volunteers in the planning and execution of the annual gala
- Update website and social media pages
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- 3-years grant writing and research experience required
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite
Application:
Apply online at https://childguidancect.org/contact/careers/