Guided by the Chief Executive Officer, the Philanthropic Engagement Director is responsible for : Strategic fundraising activities that advance the mission / vision of Forum to Advance Minorities in Engineering Inc (FAME Inc.).
Duties and Responsibilities
Strategic / Comprehensive resource development plan(s)
- Direct FAME Inc. advancement activities
 - Development / Implementation of FAME Inc. comprehensive plan
 - Develops and Communicates policy, ethics and vital philanthropic engagement information to staff / board
 - Communicates advancement status with CEO and management team at least on a monthly schedule
 - Report and discuss strategic plans with CEO and management
 - Evaluates and manages donor, partner and stakeholder communication / recognition
 - Recommend policies, procedures, and guidelines for gift receipt (cash, stock, real estate, etc.)
 
Grants Management / Tracking
Research, evaluate, and lead local and national grant opportunities for the intended target population(s) and expressed goals / objectives of FAME strategic initiativesProvide updated advancement / grants calendar inclusive of target annuallyEnsure timely application, reporting and approval for all funding opportunitiesMaintain all necessary approvals and standards ensuring FAME Inc. of local and federal good standingIndividual giving
Plan, coordinate and implement campaigns for individuals / alumniWork with CEO to set goals for annual campaign(s)Partner with appropriate program staff to devise language for campaignsInfuse relevant technology to yield most successful campaign resultsEvaluate database to ensure that information is accurate and up to date for mailings, web-based dissemination, or newsletterManage appropriate staff or volunteers as needed for mailings and special projectsInvestor Relations and Communications
Coordinate meetings with investors, strategic partners, funders, and various other stakeholders within the institutional advancement spectrumAttend public presentations and demonstrations as neededServe as leadership for internal and external advancement eventsAttend and or present at relevant trade shows, volunteer fairs and corporate partner sitesAdministrative
Interface with and cultivate relations with, professional, corporate and community partnersProvide budget forecasts for advancement, grants and partnership(s) initiative(s)Maintain resource development expenditures within budgetCoordinate with program staff to ensure that evaluation and assessment of grant / contribution impactManage donor contacts, information, and records within the FAME databaseAll other duties as assignedPreferred Qualifications
BA / BS degree with a strong writing background at a minimum3-5 years fund development or equivalent cause driven sales / marketing experience with measurable relationship / cultivation track record, proposal writing, and campaign managementExperience in a staff management and supervisory position desiredStrong leadership abilities and self-starter / motivatedStrong networking skills and emotional intelligenceRefined and well-organized with the ability to multi-taskKnowledge of STEM field and Delaware Education SystemPersonable and able to work within a team-oriented frameworkSocial media Savvy and working knowledge of social fundraisingProficient use of Microsoft Office suite including word, excel, power point and desktop publishing programsPlan, coordinate and implement campaigns for individuals / alumniWork with CEO to set goals for annual campaign(s)Partner with appropriate program staff to devise language for campaignsInfuse relevant technology to yield most successful campaign resultsEvaluate database to ensure that information is accurate and up to date for mailings, web-based dissemination, or newsletterManage appropriate staff or volunteers as needed for mailings and special projectsInvestor Relations and Communications
Coordinate meetings with investors, strategic partners, funders, and various other stakeholders within the institutional advancement spectrumAttend public presentations and demonstrations as neededServe as leadership for internal and external advancement eventsAttend and or present at relevant trade shows, volunteer fairs and corporate partner sitesAdministrative
Interface with and cultivate relations with, professional, corporate and community partnersProvide budget forecasts for advancement, grants and partnership(s) initiative(s)Maintain resource development expenditures within budgetCoordinate with program staff to ensure that evaluation and assessment of grant / contribution impactManage donor contacts, information, and records within the FAME databaseAll other duties as assignedPreferred Qualifications
BA / BS degree with a strong writing background at a minimum3-5 years fund development or equivalent cause driven sales / marketing experience with measurable relationship / cultivation track record, proposal writing, and campaign managementExperience in a staff management and supervisory position desiredStrong leadership abilities and self-starter / motivatedStrong networking skills and emotional intelligenceRefined and well-organized with the ability to multi-taskKnowledge of STEM field and Delaware Education SystemPersonable and able to work within a team-oriented frameworkSocial media Savvy and working knowledge of social fundraisingProficient use of Microsoft Office suite including word, excel, power point and desktop publishing programsWork remote temporarily due to COVID-19.