Astor Services

They will oversee strategic initiatives, fundraising (individual, special events and projects, government RFP’s, foundation grants), marketing, community events, and government relations.. The CSIDO will be part of the C-Suite and report to the CEO. This position will need to show success in NYC government and fundraising, but will serve entire organization’s programs, including those in the Hudson Valley.. They will work closely with the Board and ensure that there is a strategy for growth and fundraising in NYC and Hudson Valley area.. Minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising (RFP, donor cultivation, Foundation grants) and managing projects, including new expansion and government relations.. Proven record of estate planning, annual giving and major gift cultivation and solicitation.

strategic initiatives

Job Summary:We are looking to hire a driven and experienced Chief of Strategic Initiatives and Development Office to identify and execute growth opportunities and fundraising for our organization. The CSIDO will drive all expansion and current government contracts and Foundation grants. They will oversee fundraising, donor cultivation and special events. They will establish and review key strategic priorities and translate them into a comprehensive strategic plan. They will oversee strategic initiatives, fundraising (individual, special events and projects, government RFP’s, foundation grants), marketing, community events, and government relations. The CSIDO will be part of the C-Suite and report to the CEO. This position will need to show success in NYC government and fundraising, but will serve entire organization’s programs, including those in the Hudson Valley. They will work closely with the Board and ensure that there is a strategy for growth and fundraising in NYC and Hudson Valley area. They will create strategic visioning for opportunities and work with their team, Executive Cabinet, and program leadership to support the work. This is a hybrid position, but the candidate must be able to travel to all areas where programs and services take place, especially to administrative offices in Rhinebeck, NY. Salary Range: $150,000 - $160,000 per year Education and Experience Requirements:<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree required with a preferred emphasis in fundraising, marketing, public relations, government relations, or business. (Advance degree preferred, other certificates may apply).</li><li>Experience in strategic expansion and fundraising in a non-profit is required.</li><li>Proven record of successful proposals and significant funds raised.</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising (RFP, donor cultivation, Foundation grants) and managing projects, including new expansion and government relations.</li><li>Minimum five years’ work experience demonstrating competency in comprehensive development program, community relations and communications/marketing.</li><li>Proven record of estate planning, annual giving and major gift cultivation and solicitation.</li><li>Experience setting legislative agenda priorities for organizations.</li></ul> Skills:<ul><li>Exemplary written and oral communication skills.</li><li>Exemplary social and interpersonal abilities.</li><li>Knowledge of communications planning, social media, and public relations.</li><li>Knowledge of budget development, administration, and staff management.</li><li>Ability to work with Board of Directors.</li><li>Highly proficient in MS Office, and donation-management tools.</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Great multitasking and time-management skills</li><li>Strong interpersonal, decision-making, and leadership skills.</li><li>Able to travel and shift work hours to meet with potential donors, special events, community events and meetings, other cultivation events.</li></ul> Job Benefits:<ul><li>Benefits for Full Time employees:</li><li>4 weeks paid vacation annually;</li><li>13 paid holidays, 4 personal days;</li><li>1 sick day per month, accruable to 150 days;</li><li>Fully paid individual LTD and life insurance;</li><li>Eligible for participation in agency medical and dental plan both individual and family, with small employee contribution.</li></ul>

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