Development Officer 035-12
Tucson, AZ
$40,000 - $42,000
Founded by a mother whose daughter was killed by a drunk driver, Mothers Against Drunk Driving® (MADD) is the nation’s largest nonprofit working to protect families from drunk driving and underage drinking. With the help of those who want a safer future, MADD’s Campaign to Eliminate Drunk Driving® will end this danger on America’s roads. PowerTalk 21™ is the national day for parents to talk with their kids about alcohol, using the proven strategies of Power of Parents, It’s Your Influence™ to reduce the risk of underage drinking. And as one of the largest victim services organizations in the U.S., MADD also supports drunk driving victims and survivors at no charge, serving one person every 10 minutes at 1-877-MADD-HELP.
The MADD Tucson, AZ office is currently seeking candidates for the position of Development Officer 035-12
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Development Officer is responsible, at the local level, for the development, oversight, execution and monitoring of a diversified comprehensive fund development and public awareness plan, aligned with MADD’s strategic plan. Ensures effective and aggressive growth in fund development through core strategies which are committed to fulfilling MADD’s mission, including but not limited to: corporate and foundation solicitation, individual giving, 3rd party events, honor/memorial giving and fund raising programs.
ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:
1. Plan and produce core fundraisers aligned with MADD’s strategic plan, including marketing, managing and executing logistics for all fundraising activities.
2. Research, develop and cultivate a dynamic prospect list including revenue projections and secured sponsorships.
3. Proactively and consistently communicate to the National Office on the progress of core fundraisers.
4. Develop, implement and manage fundraising strategies according to the annual development plan and strategy budgets, goals and objectives.
5. Implement activities to integrate MADD programs/services with participants of MADD’s core fundraisers.
6. Actively network through community organizations as appropriate to support fund development.
7. Manage contract and agreement procedures to ensure successful fundraising implementation.
8. Responsible for fulfillment of all local and national sponsorship benefits, according to the sponsorship agreement.
9. Develop and implement a fundraising volunteer recruitment plan to assure adequate volunteer resources for all fundraising activities.
10. Research public and private foundations to identify unrestricted sources of revenue.
11. Other duties as required.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
1. College degree required or four years relevant experience
2. 2-4 years of successful marketing, fundraising or sales experience preferably in a nonprofit organization.
3. Ability to demonstrate a successful fundraising or sales track record.
4. Strong communication skills, oral and written; excellent negotiating and presentation skills
5. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Independent judgment and the ability to work with little supervision are necessary.
6. Ability to work as part of a team with staff and volunteers.
7. Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
Interested Candidates should forward resumes to the following email address: kelly.larkin@madd.org
MADD offers a competitive salary and exceptional benefits + business casual environment.
“An Interested Party will be considered an applicant only after the individual has complied with the application process and has indicated the specific position for which they are applying.”
MADD is an equal opportunity employer.
