Foundation Development Director

The Foundation Development Director is responsible for raising funds to meet Benedictine's financial goals for communities within the organization. This position will work on behalf of assigned Benedictine communities in close partnership with the Support Center, and Operational leadership teams. This position will develop and execute fundraising strategies and implement best practices. The Foundation Development Director will advance relationships between donors and prospective donors with the purpose of securing major gift commitments to further the mission of the organization. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, management competencies, communication skills, and ethical principles.

Secures philanthropic funds to meet/exceed annual philanthropy goals and meets monthly metrics and utilizes best practices.
• Works with Benedictine Community Executive Director(s) to determine targeted community needs and fundraising priorities and develops a compelling case for support.
• Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards major gift donors. Builds and manages a portfolio of at least 75 prospective major gift donors. Completes timely reports of meetings, proposals, communication and progress in Raiser's Edge, meeting/exceeding Foundation metrics at all times.
• Partners with Benedictine Community Executive Director(s) and other Benedictine leaders to ensure thoughtful engagement and relationship management. Documents all donor visits and/or meaningful interactions in an effort to achieve coordinated communication with all stakeholders in the relationship-building process.
• Ensures all grant activity (submission, awards, reports, visits) are documented and filed in a timely manner.
• Oversees donor/prospect data and upholds stringent and consistent practices for confidential handling and release of information.
• Works independently with organizational skills to prioritize tasks and to exercise judgment consistent with core values.
• Promotes teh Benedictine Mission and Core Values of Hospitality, Stewardship, Respect, and Justice by bringing the Mission and Core Values into the day-to-day activities of the company.
• Performs other duties, tasks, and/or projects as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or related field
• Three (3) years of experience in fundraising, development, or related field
• Experience in major gift solicitation
• Experience in working with volunteer boards
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Organizational, time-management and problem-solving skills
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, email, and internet applications

Qualifications Preferred

• Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE)
• Donor/gift/constituent database experience
• Grant writing experience
• Management or leadership experience

EEO/AA/Vet Friendly

A robust benefits package is available to eligible associates, designed to meet the needs of every stage of life, including paid time off (PTO), retirement, medical, dental, vision, education assistance, and a variety of additional voluntary benefits. For more information visit our website at www.benedictineliving.org.

Position will cover 4 communities located in: Bismarck, Ellendale, Garrison and LaMoure.