Director of Development
CLIENT ASSOCIATION: American College of Mohs Surgery Foundation (ACMS Foundation)
REPORTS TO: Executive Director
DIRECT REPORTS: ACMS Foundation Program Coordinator
EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT EMPLOYEE STATUS: Exempt (Minimum of 37.5 hours/week)
GENERAL SUMMARY
The American College of Mohs Surgery (ACMS) is a membership organization comprised of rigorously trained skin cancer and reconstructive surgeons specializing in Mohs surgery, the most effective treatment for skin cancer today. The ACMS serves as the voice of the specialty, promoting and advancing the highest standards of patient care through fellowship training, research, education, and public advocacy. This position is responsible for the management and execution of the ACMS Foundation strategic plan, fundraising and day-to-day operations.
The American College of Mohs Surgery established The ACMS Foundation (ACMSF) during our 50th Anniversary Year in 2018. Honoring the legacy of Dr. Frederic E. Mohs, the Foundation aims to support the next 50 years of growth for our specialty.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES (Minimum 37.5 hours/week)
- In concert with the Executive Director and Fundraising Committee, develop and implement components of the College’s ACMSF strategic plan that pertains to fund development
- Develop a comprehensive fundraising plan that is aimed at both supporting the programs and services of the College as well as meeting the aims of the Foundation’s strategic plan
- Direct and oversee the efforts of the Foundation including fund procurement, donor tracking, estate/planned giving donations, grant writing, funding reporting & metrics, funder compliance and benefits administration, donor relations/recognition and awards distribution, fundraising events and annual campaigns to support the Foundation.
- Effectively lead, mentor, and oversee the Program Coordinator and other staff as assigned
- Support Foundation staff with interdepartmental information exchange pertaining to funder and donor needs, expectations, and key deliverables
- Effectively collaborate with other College staff, including education, communications, membership, and meetings, to ensure compliance planning timelines and the sharing of relevant information across departments.
- Ensure good relationships with existing Foundation donors and source new revenue streams and funding sources to underwrite the strategic efforts and initiatives of the College
- Identify and develop program expansion/leveraging opportunities aimed at increased funding opportunities
- Oversee the development of fundraising-related marketing materials, press releases, online information, special events and other materials as needed.
- Oversee and direct grant development, submission and reporting including grant research, writing, budgeting, compliance, and reconciliation
- Serve as the primary staff liaison to the Fundraising Committee as assigned and provide direction for the creation of agendas, background materials, and minutes as well as decision and action item implementation
- Oversee the maintenance of all needed files and systems to track solicitation and other fundraising efforts including individual donor relations (i.e. sponsor database, donor database, donor letters and tax reporting)
- Recommend and oversee the development and implementation of systems to ensure maintenance of proposals, agreements, budgets, and deliverables
- Stay updated on new technologies, best practices, and industry trends to identify innovative strategies and solutions that will drive growth in quality lead generation and funder/donor relations
- Overtime, develop a solicitation training program for ACMSF Fundraising Committee members, ACMS BOD, and ACMS EC
- Monitor current and potential funder news and regularly report findings to ACMSF Fundraising Committee Leadership and ACMS Executive leadership
- Develop and monitor budgets in areas of responsibilities as well as provide appropriate tracking and trending reports
- Provide support for the volunteer solicitors and executive staff for development efforts as needed
- Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- At least 5 years professional experience in fund development. Skills needed in fundraising, business development, proposal writing, budget planning and management. Ability to forge positive interpersonal relationships with prospects and colleagues.
- Outstanding interpersonal, organizational, and communications skills.
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Previous association management experience and familiarity with nonprofit boards of directors a plus
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Travel of up to 3-4 weeks per year
- Some evening and weekend work may be required
- Occasional lifting required
*This position is located in downtown Milwaukee, WI and a minimum of two days onsite in the office (including Wednesday as an all-staff-in-office day) are a requirement of the role.
*Please apply to the role that best aligns to your experience and qualifications. We’ll discuss your interests and possible opportunities during an initial phone interview. (No need to apply to multiple opportunities.)