In partnership with the CEO, Director of Philanthropy and Resource Development committees, this position is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies and the annual fundraising plan in support of the mission of Help for Today and Hope for Tomorrow.

General Responsibilities & Duties:

The ability to think creatively and to articulate the vision, mission, and impact of Second Harvest Food Bank of East Central Indiana
Has experience in fundraising through one-on-one engagements and direct asks
Maintain positive, active relationships with staff and donors to ensure ongoing support of Second Harvest and the people being served
Outstanding written, verbal, listening, public speaking, and interpersonal skills
The ability to interact professionally with prospects and donors, volunteers, and staff
The ability to successfully handle routine clerical and administrative tasks
The ability to absorb, calculate and clearly communicate hunger statistical data and understands the place of the information as it relates to supporters
The ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
The ability to use discretion and independent judgment in time management to meet our objectives
All other duties as assigned by the Director of Philanthropy

Specific Responsibilities:

Identifies, cultivates, solicits, and stewards donors and prospective donors; actively manages a portfolio of 125-150 donors to meet annual giving goals and expand Second Harvest’s base of community support
Leads efforts to identify and engage new supporters, renew existing relationships, and re-activate lapsed supporters in collaboration with other team members
Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual goals for prospect and donor visits and solicitations and document successes and donor interest information
Implement engagement strategies including personal visits, small group activities, tours, presentations, phone calls, email, and any other communication method required
Conduct prospect research, analysis, and strategy in conjunction with the Director of Philanthropy and CEO
In collaboration with other team members, identify segments of donors to receive customized communications and recognition
Oversee and maintain online database of prospects and donor engagements documenting success, donor interest, and other pertinent information
Regularly analyze and report results as compared to established goals and metrics; modify donor engagement strategies as necessary and appropriate to meet revenue goals
Collaborate with other team members on special donor events, campaigns, and other fundraising projects as necessary to reach the financial goals of the organization

Requirements: