Development Officer

*Position Description - Development Officer* * Job Title: Development Officer * Supervisor: Executive Director * Team: Development * Status: Full Time (1.0 FTE), In-Person * Class: Non-Exempt * Salary: Commensurate with experience * Start Date: As soon as possible *About Thrive:* Thrive is a nonprofit organization in Bozeman, Montana whose mission is to help children and families thrive through mentoring, education, and support in the Gallatin Valley and partnering communities. Thrive has earned a commendable reputation within our community over the past 40 years, consistently garnering the trust and support of donors, community members, and stakeholders for our impactful work in the Gallatin Valley. From our West Bozeman headquarters, Thrive furthers its mission through our Partnership Project, Parent Place, Parent Liaison, and Child Advancement Project (CAP) programs now at over 14 schools. More information can be found at www.allthrive.org *Position Summary:* The Development Officer will play a key role on the development team, working within the strategic operations and goals of the Development team to meet a $1.2M annual revenue goal, making a strong contribution internally as part of the Development team and the organization's event planning committees. *Position Responsibilities:* _Planning & Strategy_ * Help to develop and execute annual fundraising plan * Build strategies to be used all year for various development projects _Event Coordination_ * Oversees event planning committees comprised of board members, staff, and volunteers for events that generate significant revenue * Provides overall oversight and management of Thrive’s major fundraising events, including Lily Ball and the Drive for Thrive golf tournament, managing all aspects of event strategy, planning, execution, fundraising, committees, vendors, and post-event evaluation * Leads Development team in strategy for maximum impact of Give Big Gallatin Valley campaign, working closely as well with Marketing team * Organizes and attends community outreach events to cultivate donors, working closely with Business Partnerships Officer to represent organization _Portfolio Management_ * Manage own large portfolio of donors giving $1-4999 using engagement strategy * Meet regularly with Executive Director, Systems Manager, and Business Partnerships Officer to review quarterly goals *Minimum Qualifications:* * Degree in Business, Management, or a related field or an equivalent combination of education and years of experience * 3+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising * Strong organizational skills with an attention to detail needed for event planning * Excellent interpersonal, written, verbal communication skills * A clear understanding of nonprofit organizations and appreciation of the Thrive mission *Desired Qualifications:* * Experience working with CRM software, preferably Salesforce * Experience working in children’s advocacy, family education, or social work a plus *Core Competencies for this Position:* * Exceptional communication skills, both interpersonal and written, to convey information, build relationships, and resolve conflicts * Must have the ability to interact proactively with many different stakeholders, from clients, staff, business leaders, and donors to maintain Thrive’s brand and uphold its values * Strong collaboration skills, working with colleagues to innovate and constantly improve the organization, its mission, and its practices * Experience working in a confidential environment with a high degree of judgment and discretion * Ability to prioritize, multitask and to work independently, meet deadlines, and respond positively to changing priorities * Exceptional organizational skills to keep detailed, easily accessed, organized records and resources *Salary & Benefits:* Salary commensurate with experience Benefits include: * Employer-contributed health premiums for employees * Employees can elect to have additional premiums for vision, dental, life, long-term disability, and other policies * Paid time off - sick and vacation - as well as paid holidays * Employer contribution and match to 401k retirement plan * Some hybrid work opportunity *Additional Requirements:* * Occasional nights and/or weekends per event schedule *To apply for the position, please send a letter of interest and resume to:* * Virginia Hanson, Executive Director * vhanson@allthrive.org * (406) 404-5688 _Equal Opportunity Employer_ _Thrive is an equal opportunity employer that complies with US Equal Employment_ _Opportunity Commission (EEOC) rules and regulations. The organization is committed to_ _diversity, equity and inclusion and does not discriminate based on race, age, disability or_ _other non-merit characteristics. Hiring decisions are based exclusively on merit,_ _qualifications, and needs._ Pay: From $60,000.00 per year Benefits: * Dental insurance * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Work Location: In person