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Posted February 2010
Mars Hill College
Director of Major and Planned Gifts

The Polk County Community Foundation manages more than 180 different funds and distributes over $1,000,000 in grants and scholarships annually.

Position Description: The Director of Grants and Public Relations represents the foundation and is expected to work independently within established parameters with guidance as needed. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

A. Grants: Evaluate grant applications, develop and apply policies for grantmaking, train volunteers as grantmakers, manage volunteers, record grant decisions, evaluate use of grants as specified in the grant agreement, manage the scholarship awards process, and document grant data in database software for foundations.

B. Public Relations: develop and maintain a consistent look for foundation materials; direct the creation of a website to serve all constituents, manage and improve the website, submit press releases to local media as needed, produce and continually update professional brochures and foundation publications, innovate and direct public relations in keeping with the history of the foundation.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree required with three or more years of office experience, familiarity with the western North Carolina region, and computer savvy. Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills a must. Past fundraising experience is a plus but this position does not involve fundraising.

Hours and Salary Package:  Monday - Thursday, 9:00 to 4:00. Additional hours may be required or negotiated. Excellent salary, retirement plan and other benefits.

Submit a cover letter and resume to:
Search Committee, Polk County Community Foundation, 255 South Trade Street, Tryon, NC 28782. Viable candidates will receive a short application and confidential salary information.

Organization: The Asheville Art Museum is an active, inspiring organization located in the center of a vibrant city of approximately 70,000 in the beautiful Western North Carolina Mountains. The Museum collects American Art beginning in the 20th century, with a focus on art of significance to the Southeast. The Museum’s facility will soon be doubling in size with a newly renovated and expanded contemporary building located in the center of Asheville. This growing organization, incorporated in 1948 by area artists, serves the Asheville urban area and is the only art museum serving the 23 counties that make up Western North Carolina (with a total population exceeding one million). Accredited by the AAM, the Museum has a full-time staff of 13 and a number of part-time and contract positions. The Museum is an equal opportunity employer. This is a full- time position with benefits.

Position Description:
The Development Manager is responsible for the corporate, foundation and government fundraising efforts to maximize contributed income to support the Museum’s operations, exhibition, educational programs and special events and works closely with all staff and volunteers.

Primary Responsibilities / Essential Functions:

• Write and direct all grant proposals and maintain relationships with government, corporate and foundation funding sources.
• Obtain and manage government grants including federal, state and local sources.
• Assist with development of annual fund appeals and acknowledgment.
• Identify and acquire sponsorships from individuals and businesses for exhibitions and educational programs.
• Understand and communicate regarding the operating budget
• Research and identify prospects for institutional support.
• Gather broad anecdotal and statistical data and report qualitative and quantitative results. Work with staff to build and monitor budgets,and report on grant expenditures.
• Acquire sponsorship and participate in planning and implementation of special events including the Asheville Wine Auction & Gala Dinner, A Taste of Art & Wine, loft tours, etc.
• Assist the Executive Director with Board and Committees as required.
• Collaborate with Development staff to keep accurate donor records including profiles, gift records, acknowledgements and correspondence.
• Collaborate with Development staff to structure specific membership programs including corporate members, etc.
• Maintain a budget and records for the Development department.
• Interact with the arts community and civic bodies and donors as an advocate for the arts and the Museum.
• Travel to other locations by foot and/or by car is sometimes required.

Education and Experience and Skills:
Minimum of five years fundraising experience, significant success in grant writing and ability to work in fast pace environment. Minimum of an undergraduate degree is required. Knowledge and excellent ability to work with all typical computer programs is essential. TheDevelopment Manager should possess excellent verbal and written communication skillsand theability to workcollegially with donors, volunteers and staff.

To Apply:
Please send résumé, cover letter, references, salary history and several writing samples demonstrating successful grant writing to: Development Manager Search, PO Box 1717, Asheville, NC 28802 or 2 South Pack Square, Asheville, NC 28801 or email to Development Manager Search at rlynchmaass@ashevilleart.org. Position available March 1, 2010. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Organization:
Montreat College is a Christian liberal arts college accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to offer master's, bachelor's, and associate's degrees. The main campus is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains fifteen miles east of Asheville, North Carolina, a region recognized as one of the most attractive living environments in the United States. Satellite campuses in Asheville, Charlotte, and other sites supplement the main campus. The College is committed to Christ-centered teaching and learning, and is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities.
 
Position Description:
This position exists for the purpose of developing a strategic and comprehensive stewardship program in a Biblical manner, managing the Alumni, Events and activity surrounding the Keystone Scholarship and developing the financial resources necessary for all College funds.

Education and Experience:
Bachelors Degree from an accredited institution required; Masters Degree preferred in an associated field. Minimum of 5 years of successful experience in stewardship, development or advancement field or 10 years in the business environment.

The Arthur Morgan School, a  boarding and day experiential middle school based on Quaker values and located in the mountains of western North Carolina, seeks a fundraiser with prior experience to lead the school’s fundraising efforts.  The part-time (28 hrs/wk) position involves event coordination, all aspects of fundraising, and some travel and requires interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills. The successful candidate will be comfortable working in a group environment where decisions are reached by consensus and where flexibility and a sense of humor are prized.  

Read job description at  www.arthurmorganschool.org and, if interested, send resume and cover letter to AMS Development Committee, 60 AMS Circle, Burnsville, NC 28714.  Electronic submission and/or questions to Susan Larson at sjanelarson@gmail.com.
 

Appalachian Sustainable Agriculture Project (ASAP) is seeking an experienced, skilled Development Director to work with the Executive Director to build a strong and sustainable fundraising program.
The Development Director is responsible for providing leadership and establishing strategies for ASAP’s development activities in support of ASAP's strategic plan. The Development Director is responsible for managing and implementing all aspects of the development program and ASAP’s fund development activities.
Application Process:
Read the full job description and learn how to apply at http://www.asapconnections.org/jobopenings.html
Application Deadline:  January 4, 2010.
ASAP is an equal opportunity employer.