Cincinnati Nature Center is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Development Officer concentrating on Grant Writing &Events. This position reports to the Director of Development and works closely with various departments to coordinate, write, and report on grants and is also responsible for supporting multiple fundraising events—leading some and supporting some throughout the year.
This position’s skill set requires tremendous attention to detail and strong relationship skills.
Cincinnati Nature Center has been named a Top Workplace in Cincinnati for 3 years running. The work environment is collaborative, flexible and fun. If these cultural qualities you are looking for, we would love to hear from you!
Job Description
General Information
Position Title:
Development Officer (Grant Writer & Events)
Classification:
Hourly,
Non-Exempt
Supervisor:
Director, Development & Marketing
Category:
30 – 40 hours/week, flexible
Department:
Development
Schedule:
Flexible
Revision:
January 12, 2023
Purpose
Reporting to the Development Director and as a member of the Development Team, the Development Officer works closely with various departments to coordinate, write, and report on grants. This position is also responsible for supporting most, as well as leading some, fundraising events. All activities are executed with the highest standards for safety, customer service, and in keeping with the Nature Center’s Mission, Values, and Principles.
Essential Job Responsibilities
GRANT WRITING (60% of time)
Design, develop, and implement a successful grant-seeking program that includes grant proposals, compliance, reporting and relationship management
Proactively research and identify new grant funding sources
Work closely with internal staff as they are the content experts. Some grants you will write and some you will manage staff experts as they write grant content.
Responsible for grant schedules, deadlines and tracking grants utilizing CRM system (Altru)
Serve as the primary point of contact for all grantors, maintain external relationships with foundations, corporations, agencies, and other organizations that offer funding opportunities as well as collaborate with internal staff
Understand, communicate all requirements/compliance considerations for grants and assign tasks to other team members when needed
Regularly compile and maintain outcome data on grant projects
EVENTS (40% of time)
At times lead and other times provide secondary support to ensure successful creation, planning, and execution of diverse fundraising events
Coordinate event details and logistics such as: invitations; RSVP management; décor; catering; coordination of and procurement of items for on-line auctions
Communicate, coordinate all relevant CNC staff involved with events such as: Facilities; Visitor Experience; Registrar; Marketing; Leadership Team; Volunteer Coordinator
Report on expenses and revenue ensuring financial objectives are met or exceeded
Conduct post-event evaluations
Support other events as needed, including recognition, cultivation and programming events
Required to work occasional nights and weekends
Additional Job Responsibilities
Occasional attendance at large organizational functions held on evenings or weekends
Other duties as assigned
These job responsibilities represent only the essential and most significant duties of the position. This job description does not exclude other work assignments, directives and responsibilities not mentioned herein.
Education and Competencies:
High school diploma and commensurate experience or Bachelor’s degree preferred
Ability to adapt systems to keep pace with dynamic operations and changing information needs
Communication:
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Must maintain confidentiality of sensitive and confidential information
Qualifications:
Demonstrated thorough knowledge of current development practices
Ability to manage and organize work assignments
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
A sense of humor, creativity and an entrepreneurial spirit
General interest in nature and the environment
Must pass a background check
Computer Skills:
Proficient in Word, Power Point, Excel and other related software
Experience with MS Office products required and experience with Blackbaud software a plus
Work Environment:
The work is performed on-site, indoors in an office environment as well as outdoors in a nature reserve
Local travel may be required. Some travel to regional conferences may be required. When a Nature Center vehicle is not available, the use of personal vehicle (reimbursed at IRS recommended rate) may be needed for Cincinnati Nature Center business.
Physical Demands:
This position requires the following physical activities: pushing, pulling, climbing, bending, stooping, kneeling, twisting, reaching, sitting, standing, walking, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, repetitive motions, talking, hearing and visual acuity.
Sitting for extended periods of time while using a keyboard
