Job Vacancy: The Medical Foundation - Director of Development
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OVERVIEW
The Medical Foundation (TMF) seeks a dynamic Director of Development.
TMF is a 43 year-old innovative and growing non-profit health organi-
zation. Located in Boston, the Foundation is a leader in primary pre-
vention, health promotion and health research funding.
Since its inception in 1957, TMF has operated to improve the health
and well-being of the community through a combination of direct ser-
vice prevention and health promotion programs and through support of
biomedical, clinical, and population-based research.
TMF employs a staff of sixty and utilizes the talents of over 75
medical and public health professionals. Annual operating support to-
tals US$ 6.5M while yearly grant making represents an additional US$
5.5M.
The Director of Development will lead in substantially enhancing the
Foundation's fundraising activities. While the Foundation has at-
tracted charitable gifts from a varied constituency of donors in the
Boston area, significant potential exists to broaden the existing au-
dience of contributors. In particular, federal and state government,
local and national foundations, along with selected major individual
prospects, need to be identified, cultivated and solicited. This po-
sition offers an unusual opportunity for an individual with creative
and entrepreneurial talents.
JOB SUMMARY
The Director of Development will be responsible for all charitable
giving from government and private sources. S/he will enhance the or-
ganization's annual fund raising programs, including major individ-
ual, corporate, and foundation gifts. The Director will report di-
rectly to the President as a member of the Senior Management Team and
will work closely with the Board of Directors. The Director will di-
rectly supervise two staff, one grant writer and one clerical assis-
tant.
RESPONSIBILITIES
* Work with President and Board to set fundraising goals and strate-
gies.
* Through strong collegial relationships, provide leadership and
staffing to the Board in carrying out their fundraising responsibili-
ties and other activities to enhance the image and reputation of TMF.
* Oversee all aspects of major gift cultivation and solicitation.
Support President, Board members and senior staff if preparation for
solicitations.
* Oversee identification of prospective individual, corporate and
foundation donors.
* Research, write and follow through on funding proposals to federal,
state and local governments and foundations.
* Prepare/write reports and updates to funders in collaboration with
the President and senior staff.
* Develop and coordinate TMF's annual direct mail appeal to Fellows
and Board.
* Assist the President in identifying prospective corporate, founda-
tion and individual participants for the Foundation's Grant Manage-
ment program.
* Maintain systems and records to identify and track current and po-
tential donors and to acknowledge and report all gifts.
* Develop and manage department budget, consistent with measures of
effectiveness (e.g. costs of funds raised).
* Supervise the development staff (grant writer and administrative
assistant).
* In collaboration with the Director of Communications, guide the
preparation of all development-related publications and materials.
* Consult regularly with the Director of Marketing in potentially
overlapping areas.
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
* Demonstrated track record in securing major national and regional
foundation/state and federal government grants and individual contri-
butions.
* Proven skill in building relationships with a variety of constitu-
encies.
* Ability to bring creativity and vision to the Foundation's develop-
ment agenda.
* Hands-on management and operational skills with demonstrated abil-
ity to build and run a successful program and to motivate and direct
staff.
* Commitment to the advancement of health promotion, prevention and
research.
* Master's degree and at least seven years of progressively responsi-
ble experience in non-profit fund development.
* Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet financial goals within
specific timeframes.
* Persuasive verbal and written communication and presentation
skills.
* Interpersonal skills that enable and support close working rela-
tionships with senior management, board members and major contribu-
tors.
* Ability to work successfully in a team-oriented environment.
* Superior organization and planning skills.
* Working knowledge of databases and fund development software.
BENEFITS
The Medical Foundation offers excellent benefits including family
health and dental insurance, four weeks vacation and paid retirement
benefits through TIAA-CREF.
TO APPLY:
Inquiries, application and nominations should be directed to:
Egmont Associates
521 Grove St. Norwell, MA, 02061, USA
Fax +1-781-659-9905
mailto:egmont@mediaone.net
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