Development Director

Life at Circus Juventas is about striving for new levels of excellence in artistry, athleticism, mental acuity, and creativity. The largest circus school in North America is seeking candidates who have a broad intellectual perspective, strong leadership skills, and a high degree of personal integrity and professionalism. Circus Juventas is dedicated to inspiring artistry and self-confidence through a multi-cultural circus arts experience and enrolls 1,000 students in our year-round out-of-school program, and 400 students in six weeks of summer day camps.

JOB SUMMARY

The Development Director is responsible for leading all development activities for Circus Juventas in efforts to raise funding for organization operations and its student programing. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both strategy and implementation. The position develops, implements, and monitors a comprehensive fundraising plan to expand philanthropic support of the organization including identifying and strengthening relationships with community stakeholders, actively pursuing, and managing corporate and individual leads, fostering strong donor and sponsor stewardship, and seeking, applying for, and managing grant funding. Additionally, this position plans and produces internal fundraising events, including the annual Gala held each November.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Together with the Executive Director, sets annual monetary goals and budgets according to short and long-term goals.

Establishes fundraising objectives for the organization, setting one year, five year, and longer-term goals.

Develops relationships with and maintains a list of potential financial donors including corporations, foundations, and individuals.

Manages a full time Development Assistant and collaborates with volunteer coordination.

Produces relevant and informative fundraising literature for distribution to previous donors and the public.

Researches potential sources of and applies for grants and public funding.

Oversees the fundraising process and maintains records of receipts and disbursements of funds.

Plans fundraising events that effectively communicate the purposes of the organization.

Networks at selected community and leadership events.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Five years of experience in fundraising for a nonprofit organization highly preferred.

Proven experience creating and evaluating multichannel solicitation campaigns, stewardship activities and segmenting donors to maximize return.

Excellent management and supervisory skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Excellent interpersonal skills.

Knowledge of tax planning principles and techniques that favor charitable giving.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Variable schedule – during shows and various events, additional hours are required. In addition, periodically throughout the year some evening and weekend hours will be required.

PREFERRED SKILLS

Experience using Bloomerang or similar software.

Knowledge and/or interest in learning about circus arts and youth development programs.

BENEFITS

Circus Juventas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

Tuition discount for employees’ dependents upon eligibility

Employer-paid medical for employees

Dental and Vision options

A generous 401k match of 4% from employer upon eligibility

Two complimentary tickets to each show