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www.nptjobs.com DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT The Neighborhood House Charter School is one of the highest achieving public charter schools in Massachusetts. The school, serving grades K1 through grade 8, is seeking an experienced Development Director. The Director of Development will lead a department responsible for identifying, researching, cultivating and soliciting individuals, corporations and foundations as funding prospects. S/he will provide leadership in setting and achieving the school’s fundraising, marketing, direct mail, event, and public relations goals. The Director of Development will be responsible for the design and implementation of fundraising strategies, including grant writing, corporate giving and individual campaigns, and is expected to assist the Headmaster in managing relationships with corporations, foundations and individuals. Bachelor’s degree accepted,Master’s degree preferred with 7 – 10 years of proven experience in successful gift solicitations.Send resume and cover letter to: Human Resources, NHCS, 21 Queen Street, Dorchester, MA 02122 or via email bhenry@thenhcs.org AA/EOE the President of the Foundation Board of Directors. A bachelor’s degree is required, with previous development and management experience a must.A successful applicant will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and computer proficiency. Salary plus bonus potential and benefits will be commensurate with experience.Travel required. Position available immediately.The MSMS Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please submit a cover letter with current resume along with salary history to Peter Erber, Search Committee Chairman, 70 Pine Cove, Senatobia, MS 38668 or email to erber2@comcast.net MCPHERSON ASSOCIATES, INC., ACCOUNT MANAGER DESCRIPTION: The Account Manager is a member of the McPA professional team, responsible for conceiving and helping implement fundraising strategies for multiple McPA accounts, for helping clients develop fundraising messages, and for representing the company at conferences and professional associations.The position reports to the company Vice President and requires moderate travel. RESPONSIBILITIES: • Develop fundraising strategies for clients with emphasis on direct marketing and online fundraising, including targeting, timing, testing and integration of channels • Develop message strategy and appeal themes, and provide creative direction and copy for direct mail and/or online appeals • Help develop clients’ understanding and skills in fundraising for individuals, including training and coaching in trends, techniques and integration of channels • Effectively use internal and external McPA resources to implement recommendations as required by clients, including other professional team members, company support staff, professional Associates and vendors • Represent company in professional settings including writing articles for publication, presenting training sessions at conferences or webinars, and providing training and briefing for client senior management and boards • Remain current on sector trends and share findings with McPA staff EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: • Proven ability to develop fundraising strategy including integration of program into existing client program, targeting and goal-setting • Proven ability to develop original themes and messages for appeals including testing of messages • Project or program management experience • Experience in training, coaching or teaching in professional or academic setting • Experience working in teams composed of internal and external members (e.g., vendors, designers, technology companies, specialists) COMPENSATION AND OPPORTUNITIES • McPA is a highly performance-based company, providing a base salary of $45,000-60,000, a 401(k) plan with 50% company match, insurance package and FSAs, plus liberal travel, technology and training budget • In addition to base package, the position offers sales and performance bonuses which can add 10-25% of base salary • Promotion opportunities include Senior Account Manager, Director and Vice President, with commensurate salary and performance increases REQUIREMENTS: • 2-5 years experience managing relevant fundraising activities for a nonprofit organization or an agency serving the nonprofit sector • Writing skills demonstrated by fundraising copy, organizational image material or published article • Public speaking skills demonstrated by presentations at associations or conferences • BA, BS or higher degree • Other skills desired but not required: managing print or mail production vendor,ASP, external service bureau, designer, or web developer To apply for this position, please contact Laura Hallar at lhallar@mcphersonassociates.com EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Westchester Library System (WLS) seeks applications for the position of Executive Director of this cooperative public library system bordering New York City. WLS consists of 38 independent member public libraries which have established a preeminent standard for cooperation. The 35-plus person WLS staff is responsible for cooperative programs that include technology management, cataloging, interlibrary loan, outreach (community connections), teen and children’s services, professional development, and more. The successful candidate should have outstanding leadership qualities, excellent communication skills, and strengths in planning, finance, technology, and external affairs. MLS and experience as a public librarian required. WLS is located in a beautiful and diverse county and offers excellent benefits. Compensation is competitive and will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience, skills, and knowledge. Resumes and letters of application are requested by July 30, 2008, but will be accepted until the position is filled. Documents will be accepted as Word document attachments,and should be sent to personnel@wlsmail.org. Westchester Library System is located at 540 White Plains Road-Suite 200, Tarrytown, NY 10591-5110. For more info about the Westchester Library System, go to www.westchesterlibraries.org. WLS is an EOE MANAGER, GRANTS Basic Function: Oversees all aspects of high-profile awards programs, manages in house grants and serves as a department liaison within Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Job Responsibilities: Manages all aspects of the Brinker Award for Scientific Distinction and the Komen Professor of Survivorship Award programs. Oversees the selection of recipients, and guides special events which highlight both the award programs and recipients. Manages the organization of current data and open grants within the department. Accountable for the accurate and timely maintenance and closing processes for any grant files not handed by outsourced vendor. Provides general grants information to Komen staff, Affiliates and the general public. Manages a portion of the Grants team, including coaching, mentoring and providing opportunities for professional development. Delegates and plans work flow in order to meet day-to-day administrative requirements of the Grants function. Position Qualifications: BS or BA degree in business, basic sciences, health education, or related health field or equivalent experience, plus 5 years of grants management experience. Requires a strong knowledge of grant making strategy and process. Must be highly organized with a unique ability to execute a variety of functions by set deadlines. Previous managerial or supervisory experience and fiscal management experience required.Preferred experience:Advanced degree,preferably in public health, health administration or biological sciences, plus 7 or more years of experience as referenced above. Prefer grant management experience in a not for profit, medical, or university environment. Experience managing and analyzing data, or in program development and outcomes research, strongly desired. Solid accounting skills preferred. To apply please place the following link in your browser: https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=13085 PRESIDENT Challenger Center for Space Science Education (CCSSE), an international nonprofit education organization founded in 1986 by the families of the Challenger 51-L astronauts, seeks an innovative and experienced leader to serve in the position of President. Using space themed simulation experiences, CCSSE creates educational opportunities through our growing network of Challenger Learning Centers (CLC) and through web-based programming to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers. Reporting to the Board of Directors, the President will develop a vision and strategy that advances the CCSSE mission, focuses on excellence in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education, strengthens and expands the network of CLC’s and their capabilities and provides financial stability for the organization. S/he will build a high quality infrastructure to support the fundraising, program development and operational aspects of the organization and serve as the chief spokesperson to a diverse audience. Requirements include an advanced degree in a related field and at least 10 years in senior leadership with a proven track record in management and fundraising; plus experience in leading the development of strategic educational programs. Preference will be given to candidates who have specific experience and knowledge of STEM education and related workforce issues. Send resume and letter of interest in confidence to: HR@challenger.org or to CCSSE, Human Resources, Attn.: Lynn Heron, 2405 Grand Ave, Suite 1050, Kansas City, MO 64108. EOE. www.challenger.org DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT & ALUMNI AFFAIRS The Mississippi School for Mathematics & Science (MSMS) Foundation, a non profit organization, seeks a Director of Development & Alumni Affairs. MSMS is an 11th & 12th grade public residential high school for academically gifted students and is located on the campus of the Mississippi University for Women in Columbus, MS. The MSMS Found http://www.nptjobs.com http://www.westchesterlibraries.org https://home.eease.com/recruit/?id=13085 http://www.nptjobs.com http://www.challenger.org http://www.nptimes.com

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