[grc] Development Director job opening

[Steve Pierce]

Hi--

As we celebrate our tenth anniversary, Media Alliance (aka The Sanctuary for Independent Media) is looking for someone exceptional to take on the new position of Development Director and launch us into the next decade.  

Here's a short video about us: http://video.wmht.org/video/2365356401/

And a good article: http://tinyurl.com/Sanctuary-article

We are a community media arts center based in the NY Capital Region, conveniently located on the Hudson River about 3 hours north of NYC on the way to/from Montreal, Boston, Buffalo, Burlington, etc.  Our office is in a historic former church, which now has HD video and multitrack audio production facilities, a screening/performance venue and a low-power radio station, surrounded by an outdoor performance space and many gardens.  You can see some of our productions here: https://www.youtube.com/mediasanctuary

We're seeking someone with experience who can hit the ground running.  Take a look at the job posting (below and attached) and see if it describes you or someone you know.  And perhaps you could pass it along to your vast network of personal and professional contacts.  Thanks for your help getting out the word!

--Steve


Steve Pierce
Media Alliance
PO Box 35
Troy NY  12181


Visit The Sanctuary for Independent Media, our NY Capital Region exhibition venue, also online at www.mediasanctuary.org!  Follow us at www.facebook.com/mediasanctuary and www.twitter.com/mediasanctuary!  Now on the air: WOOC 105.3 FM!

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Media Alliance
Director of Development

Mission

We use art and participatory action to promote social and environmental justice and freedom of creative expression.

Position

Reporting to and in partnership with the executive director, the development director will spearhead development efforts as Media Alliance continues to grow. A new position in the organization, the development director will work in our headquarters at The Sanctuary for Independent Media in Troy, NY.

Responsibilities

·       Lead a comprehensive fundraising program to solicit major donor giving, corporate and foundation support, through direct mail, online fundraising, events and other initiatives.

·       Manage relational development, including donor cultivation, solicitation and recognition.

·       Coordinate production of print and virtual public relations and marketing materials, including brochures, newsletters and annual reports

·       Direct the maintenance and upgrades to the organization’s website and public information communication to promote and expand the visibility of Media Alliance’s work in the community

·       Support and work with the fundraising committee of the board to plan special events and assist with coordination of capital campaigns

·       Manage donor database and conduct periodic analysis of fundraising strategies.

·       Work to improve the financial return of existing initiatives, identify and implement new fundraising vehicles, and increase the profitability of fundraising activities.

·       Serve as the lead staff liaison to the fundraising committee and participate in other board committees as needed.

Qualifications

·       Three to five years experience in fundraising and marketing with non-profit organizations

·       Outstanding relationship building skills and high comfort level to work effectively with donors, and corporate and foundation executives

·       Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment that includes staff and board members

·       Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

·       Fluency with word processing, social media, graphic design and donor database software

·       Flexible schedule; ability to work weekdays and occasional evenings and weekends

·       Bachelors degree required; a relevant advanced degree preferred

This is a full time position with a salary of $35,000 plus benefits.  The application deadline is February 29, 2016; 
position open immediately until filled.  For more information, visit www.mediasanctuary.org

To apply, send cover letter, resume and grant writing sample to:

Steve Pierce
Media Alliance
PO Box 35
Troy, NY  12181
info at mediasanctuary.org

We are committed to enhancing our diverse community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply.  We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion.  EO/AA Employer.

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