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Thursday, June 23, 2011

Director of Development position SALARY$150 -$175

K. Russo Consulting Inc. has been retained to search for a Director of Development. This position reports into the Vice President of Development.

Our highly regarded client is the industry leader in consumer testing and reporting located in Westchester, NY. With subscriptions doubling over the past 6 years this organization offers a unique value and mission based culture, outstanding employee benefits and an intelligent and integrity based environment.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years experience in developing and implementing comprehensive development programs. Solid experience in soliciting, develop/improve and stewarding of major gifts. Strong relationship building and leadership skills are essential. This role is responsible for:

Leading major donor individual giving efforts and obtaining gifts in excess of $5,000.
Plan, organize, directs, and coordinates ongoing and special project funding as well as any future capital campaigns. Prepares statement of planned activities and enlists support from members of the board, staff and volunteer organizations.
Manages and cultivates relationships with a roster of individuals/households with significant giving potential and provides stewardship for these gifts.
Identifying potential contributors for special project funds and supporters of institution’s ongoing operations through examination of past records, individual and corporate contracts, and knowledge of community.
Oversees the Planned Giving staff to identify and present appropriate giving opportunities for prospects.
Organizes solicitation drives for pledges of ongoing support from individuals.

Candidates with industry experience in any of the following a plus: non profit, business memberships / loyalty programs / on-line media or marketing / online charity auctions/ online and subscription based retailers. Experienced in business development activities desired. bachelors degree and higher preferred.

Compensation: 150 - 175k base plus bonus.

If you are interested, please feel free to send your resume to krusso@krussoassociates.com

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