Development Specialist

Full-time/Exempt 45-50K
Part-time possible $21-24 per hour
Benefits Eligible/Dependent
On-site/in person


To apply, send a cover letter and resume to HResources@flynnvt.org. 


Basic Function

.As a member-supported nonprofit, the Flynn relies on charitable donations through membership, individual donations, grants, and corporate sponsorships. With more than three decades providing performing arts programming, the Flynn has a loyal base of members and supporters and seeks to continually expand our reach and engage new audiences and supporters.

The Development Coordinator works closely with the Director of Development, Director of Major Gifts/Corporate Sponsorships, and Memberships Manager to implement fundraising strategies from individual, corporate, foundation, and government sources. In coordination with all members of the Development team, this role helps to achieve the Flynn’s fundraising goals by providing key operational support for the team. This position is responsible for all gift processing in Tessitura and donor acknowledgments, as well as supporting grants, corporate sponsors, and Special Events, maintaining our Tessitura database, and running regular reports to track progress towards annual goals and other success metrics.


Characteristic Duties & Responsibilities

This position is responsible for providing key operational support for the Development team, ensuring that the team is able to meet and exceed its annual fundraising goals.

Gift Processing:

  • Process all gifts and pledges in Tessitura, including matching gifts
  • Follow up on matching gift forms and applications
  • Manage sustaining membership program with auto-billing and auto-renewals
  • Generate accurate and timely acknowledgement letters for all gifts
  • Assist with pledge billings and payments


Other Database Functions:

  • Provide Tessitura expertise as a Power User for the Development Department
  • Maintain and update donor records
  • Ensure data integrity and data quality

  • Create donor lists

Development Team Operations:

  • Conduct donor research and write meeting briefings
  • Provide project management and general logistical support for all fundraising events including member receptions and our annual gala, La Nuit
  • Prepare agendas and take minutes for regular Development Team and cross-departmental meetings
  • Track and share weekly progress towards annual goals with the Development team and other senior leaders
  • Assist the Director of Major Gifts/Corporate Sponsorships with sponsor contracts and benefit fulfillment


Grants:

  • Gather written materials for proposals, reports, and donor communications
  • Maintain current grant records in database, including grant tracking and reporting deadlines
  • Ensure compliance with reporting and evaluation requirements


Development Team Support:

  • Provide knowledgeable and courteous customer service on phone and in person
  • Other duties as assigned


Supervision Exercised

Supervise volunteers and/or work study students on an ad hoc basis


Supervision Received

Supervision provided by Development Director


Qualifications

  • Associate’s Degree (Bachelor’s Degree preferred) or a combination of related experience and education
  • Commitment to the performing arts and to the Flynn’s mission
  • Demonstrated skills and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite of applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Database skills and experience; Tessitura preferred
  • Ability to work evening and weekend hours when needed
  • Ability to organize, prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines
  • Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy
  • Strong written and oral communication skills 
  • Proven ability to work independently and in a collaborative team environment
  • Development/Philanthropy experience preferred

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This general outline illustrates the type of work that characterizes the Job Classification.  It is not an all-encompassing statement of the specific duties, responsibilities and qualifications of individual positions assigned to the classification.

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