Director of Institutional Advancement

Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden, a growing organization with a big vision, is seeking an energetic, experienced professional to be part of our Zoo Leadership team as our Director of Institutional Advancement. Evansville’s Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden is the number one family tourist attraction in the City of Evansville and is a significant cultural institution for our community. This position is being funded by the Evansville Zoological Society; the 501(c)3 nonprofit support organization of the Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Garden.

Responsibilities include strategic fund planning, solicitation of event sponsorship packages as well as sponsorships of various zoo amenities / features, promote and oversee the annual fund drive, annual membership drive, membership benefits, major gifts program, marketing, special events and endowment fund raising to accomplish financial objectives by broad based financial support. This individual will work closely with the Zoo Director, Board of Directors, Zoo staff, Ad-Hoc committees, volunteer groups, and attend and / or chair committees.

Experience Required

Qualifications include excellent oral and written communication skills, Degree in related field, 5+ year's progressive experience in financial development with non-profit organizations and demonstrated leadership experience preferred. The person must demonstrate their history in raising funds. The position must have the ability to use MS Office and quickly learn the zoo’s development software. Current / valid driver’s license is required

Further Comments

This position is with the zoo's 501(c)(3) organization. Evansville Zoological Society.

Salary

Based on Experience