Pease Park Conservancy seeks a passionate, dynamic, and committed leader to work closely with the CEO, Board of Directors, and key stakeholders.
The Chief Revenue Officer, under the guidance and supervision of the CEO, leads, manages, and organizes fundraising initiatives on behalf of the organization, including capital campaign coordination, grant research/writing, individual and corporation donation solicitation, event-related fundraising efforts, and ongoing donor stewardship. The Chief Revenue Officer will also work with the Board of Directors, specifically the Development & Events Committees, on fundraising efforts.
Responsibilities
- Implement a sustainable development program beginning with sustaining the annual development plan and support for all park and office operations
- Manage future capital campaigns through silent and public phases including identifying funding sources, working closely with volunteers, managing timelines, and organizing meetings and events
- Lead all fundraising campaigns for PPC, including Sycamore Circle, Pease Keepers, Pease Paws, Corporate Campaigns, Year-End Appeal, planned giving events like Squirrel Fest and Luminarium
- Ensure all levels of donors are appropriately cultivated, solicited, and stewarded in a donor-centered manner
- Partner with CEO, board members, development staff, and volunteers to identify, cultivate, and solicit potential significant donors to help meet funding goals
- Develop strategies to acquire, upgrade, and renew donors annually; implement a moves management plan for annual and major gift prospects
- Develop and implement strategy for corporate solicitation and planned giving
- Write compelling grants and collaborate with the CEO on foundation research, grant writing activities, and reporting
- Manage all development documentation including gift receipts, thank you letters, reports to the board of directors, and other fundraising correspondence
- Lead the planning and execution of fundraising and awareness-building events such as Amplify Austin and the annual Fundraiser/Gala including budgets, volunteer management, strategy, and follow-up
- Supervise and coordinate data-capture and hard files; maintain security and quality controls; generate queries, reports, exports, and any other collection data as needed; manage any related vendors
- Alongside CEO, provide ongoing support and training to board members and key volunteers
- Participate in board meetings, committee meetings, and other organizational events
- Collaborate with the Director of Community Engagement on the creation of marketing materials, social media and awareness campaigns
- Assist with developing new fundraising opportunities and marketing materials; including new events, brochures, and merchandise
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year university; Master’s degree a plus
- Certified Fundraising Professional (CFRE) and member of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) as plus
- At least five years of nonprofit development experience - proven track record of event-related and written appeal fundraising - preferably in the Austin market
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Capital Campaign experience a plus
- Excellent writing skills and attention to detail
- Ability to follow direction and also be self-motivated to address and respond to challenges
- Display a positive attitude, show concern for people and the community, demonstrate confidence, common sense, and good listening ability
- Must show passion for and embrace the mission of Pease Park Conservancy
The Chief Revenue Officer also assists Pease Park Conservancy staff with general office duties and special projects as needed in a small nonprofit environment. Pease Park Conservancy has an office located at 1609 Shoal Creek Blvd. This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position with flexible scheduling and the ability to work from the office, home, or other locations. The Chief Revenue Officer reports to the CEO.