Development and Membership Manager

The Collaborative for High Performance Schools (CHPS) is a growing national 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to making school facilities better places to learn by protecting student and staff health and enhancing the learning environment; conserving energy, water and other resources thereby reducing operating costs; and minimizing waste, pollution and environmental degradation.

CHPS is seeking a dynamic, experienced, and creative individual to usher CHPS into the Brave New World of corporate and foundation fundraising. This position is located in Northern California.

Responsibilities:

Under the general direction of the Executive Director, the successful candidate will:

• Provide leadership on the organization's efforts to obtain financial and other support to sustain its work, including annual and planned giving, earned income, and approaches to individuals, foundations and corporations.
• Working closely with the Board Blue Ribbon Committee and the Executive Director develop and successfully implement an integrated plan for Development with a goal of creating a balanced and sustainable fundraising portfolio to meet CHPS mission and organizational growth objectives.
• Develop ties with the education, health, construction, and environmental communities and achieve membership/participation goals.
• Manage program budgets.
• Participate as a member of the management team to formulate and implement policies and plans to meet the organizations short- and long-term objectives.
• Develop and implement programs to attract and retain members of the organization;
• manage the membership database and oversee regular communications to members;
• ensure members' inquiries and problems are responded to promptly;
• research and develop new methods to increase membership.
• Identify key audiences and refine audience-specific value proposition and messages (relevant, compelling, and authentic).
• Provide leadership to ensure that member's needs are met to foster retention of current members and successful integration of new members.

Qualifications:

Candidate Profile and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years development experience. 5 years non-profit organization experience preferred.
• CFRE, MBA and/or CAE preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated track record in designing and leading efforts to raise funds from foundations, corporations, government agencies, and individuals.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Self-starter able to initiate work and meet deadlines with minimum supervision.
• Knowledge of grant processes and funding sources and a sound understanding of nonprofit fundraising principles and the development cycle.
• Excellent organizational skills and careful attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary, team-based environment.
• Enjoys developing relationships across organizations.
• Ability to work well with others and influence others to achieve outcomes.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently and independently.
• Ability to present and interpret organizational mission and program goals to prospective donors.
• Fluency with computer software programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access and Sugar CRM.
• Motivated by outcomes.
• Experienced writer with excellent editing skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and bring fresh ideas and approaches to development and membership initiatives.
• Embodies CHPS' core values.  

Compensation: The salary for this position is competitive and depends on prior experience. In addition, a comprehensive benefits package is included.

To Apply:

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning August 16, 2010, until filled. Please submit your resume and cover letter. Please indicate how you learned of this position.

All individuals, without regard to race, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, disability, age, or sexual orientation, are encouraged to apply.