Director of Development, Free Speech Nonprofit

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

The Thomas Jefferson Center for the Protection of Free Expression of Charlottesville, Virginia is seeking an individual with a demonstrated record of success in fundraising to design, build, and direct the Center's development program. Although Center staff has always expended significant time on fundraising, this position represents the Center's first full-time development position. As such, the position presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced development professional to build a signature fundraising program. The Center's sole mission is the protection of the First Amendment freedoms of speech and press. Although candidates need not possess a detailed knowledge of First Amendment law, a person with a strong belief in the value of free speech will find this position especially rewarding.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of five years' experience in a development position of increasing responsibilities * Strong written and oral communication skills * Successful grant writing experience * Proficient online research skills * Able to work independently and with a team * Strong interpersonal and organizational skills * Experience with social media fundraising is desirable * An interest in First Amendment rights and free expression advocacy

Responsibilities:

Report directly to the Center director and work with other staff members and the Board of Trustees to:

* Design a multi-year fundraising plan, including an action timetable * Research and identify potential corporate and philanthropic sponsors, draft grant proposals to those identified * Research, identify, and cultivate individual donors * Stewardship of past donors * Occasional travel to meet with potential donors * Plan and supervise special fundraising events * Devise effective messages for print, web, and video that will raise public awareness of the Center's efforts

Compensation:

* Salary is commensurate with experience; generous health insurance package.

Interested candidates should submit the following by March 31, 2015:

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Director of Development, Free Speech Nonprofit