The Capital District YMCA is seeking a Director of Philantropy and Events!Under the direction of the Senior Vice President of Association Advancement, the Director of Philanthropy & Events will be responsible for implementation and management of specific financial development functions of the Association.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:-Assist the SVP of Association Advancement in leading the Association Financial Development Department to execute the Annual Campaign plan and best practices.-Actively work with the Branch staff and volunteers to assist in reaching their established campaign goals.-Lead and coach the Philanthropy Coordinator with soliciting identified midlevel prospects.-Work in conjunction with the Association Financial Development Department in creating a robust prospect pipeline for themselves, as well as Branch staff and volunteers.-Work as a leader, coach, and mentor for branch staff and volunteers related to all aspects of fundraising and will demonstrate best practices in the field.-Work closely with the Branches to ensure efforts are in coordination with Association Annual Campaign priorities.-Lead and implement all events related to the Financial Development calendar.-Assist the SVP of Association Advancement on Endowment and Capital Initiatives.-Work collaboratively with the other Annual Campaign staff and the Association Financial Development staff.-Fulfill Association donor reporting requirements and coordinate with branch or Association staff for timely donor recognition.-Seeks new opportunities for revenue generation, marketing, and relevance of mission-based programs.-Assists in promotion and marketing of mission-based programs, community projects and special events.-Develops, produces, and distributes program information necessary to promote assigned programs and Association activities, in accordance with marketing plans and YUSA branding requirements.-Identifies and builds relationships with internal and/or external partners or key stakeholders, such as service groups, community organizations or companies, to support mission, programs, or projects.-Educates community members about the charitable nature of the Y.-Be the eyes and ears of our community, bringing issues forward of concern to our Y.

　　QUALIFICATIONS:-Bachelors degree in related field and 10 years of fundraising leadership.-Proficiency in using Microsoft Office programs.-Excellent human relation skills, good organizational and communication skills (both written and verbal), including the ability to present before large groups, interact with high-level donors, and to represent the Y in a professional and appealing manner to all prospective donors, volunteers, staff, and in the community.-Dynamic problem solver with exceptional leadership abilities who can empower staff to give superior customer service to volunteers, community partners and donors.-Possesses an entrepreneurial attitude seeking continual process improvement, revenue generation, and budgeting knowledge.-The successful candidate must have a personal vehicle and the ability to travel locally on a consistent basis.This is a full-time exempt position with full benefits and pension.Salary range: $75,000 - $90,000 Based on experience.