The Foraker Group

Job Summary

Job Description

See Stories’ Development & Grants Manager will spend 50% of their time working collaboratively with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and staff members to develop and implement a comprehensive development strategy aligned with See Stories’ short- and long-term strategic goals. The other 50% of their role will focus on Grants Administration, and they will be responsible for coordinating the development, administrative management, reporting and closeout of grants. The Development & Grants Manager reports to the Executive Director. This position is funded for the next 3 years, with room for growth and/or expansion. This is a full-time salaried position, exempt from overtime pay.
 

~50% of your time will be spent on Development as follows:

• In concert with the Executive Director and Board of Directors, develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet the organization’s annual revenue and long-term strategic goals.
• The Development Manager, together with the Executive Director, is responsible for developing and implementing fundraising strategies and targets. 
• Identify, cultivate, and steward all current and prospective donors.
• Identify and cultivate corporate and foundation donors.  Secure corporate sponsors for programs and events. 
• Develop grant proposals to secure funding from corporations, private foundations, and government entities.
• Manage the annual fund drive, capital campaign, and other unique campaigns.
• Plan and execute special events that engage donors and raise funds for the organization.
• Develop and execute effective donor communications and marketing materials using our bloomerang platform, including print and digital media.
• 'Monitor and analyze fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjust strategies as needed. 
• Report monthly to the Board of Directors 
• Participate in the budget process and stay aware of the current budget as it applies to development, accounting for any variances regularly.

~50% of your time will be spent on Grant Administration as follows:

• Implement, streamline, and evaluate grants administration processes;
• Screen grant applications and reporting materials for completeness
• Record all grantmaking activities with accuracy using online grants management system;
• Track and review drawdowns and reports due, and liaise with staff on report writing
• Maintain and update grantmaking procedure manuals and grant cycle timelines

Qualification and Experience:

The following qualifications are desired, but if you believe you are a fit for the job and do not have all of these qualifications, please do not hesitate to apply.

• B.A. required, M.A. a plus
• Three or more years of development/fundraising experience, including donor relations, and grantsmanship
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong administrative, reporting, and record-keeping skills
• Available to work evenings and weekends for events and meetings and to travel locally and regionally.
• Deep commitment to the organization’s mission and values

Qualities we are Seeking:

In addition to the ability to complete the tasks outlined, we are looking for someone with the following qualities:

• Alignment with See Stories’ mission
• Creative approaches to problem solving
• An interest and care for the community, relationship-centered, place-based work that See Stories does across rural and Native communities in particular across Alaska
• An interest in cross-cultural communication & education strategies
• Communication skills are key. The ability to maintain strong lines of written & verbal communication with partners, donors, colleagues, and others is essential.
• Flexibility to accommodate the diversity of  partners & community needs and the ever-changing landscape of creating a meaningful and impactful program.

How to Apply

Send a cover letter, resume, work sample* and list of three professional references to Seth Bader & Marie Acemah at seth@seestories.org and marie@seestories.org.

*Please submit one example of development-related work that demonstrates your skills in fundraising, writing, communications, donor/funder relations, or development strategy. The sample may be something you created in a previous position and does not need to be created specifically for this application. Please remove or redact any confidential, sensitive, or protected information. Examples or ideas could include

• Grant proposal, or a sample section 
• Writing sample, to showcase your skills as a grant writer
• Funder and/or donor communications
• Development plan
• Marketing materials from special events 

See more application details at seestories.org/jobs