Job Opening - Advancement Director The Watershed Center seeks a temporary part-time Advancement Director. Applicants should have experience in non-profit communications and development. Communications Experience to Include: Creating Marketing Materials, Publications and Presentations Excellent Writing and Editing Skills, Preferably with Graphic Design Knowledge Creative Strategies to Market Non-Profit Services
Development Experience to Include: Membership Acquisition, Renewal and Acknowledgements Direct Mail Appeal Writing and Project Management Planned Giving Grant Writing Event Organizing Major Donor and Grantor Research Database Management
Experience in environmental non-profit settings preferred. Experience with Sage donor software preferred. Hours will initially be 8 to 16 hours per week. This is considered a temporary position dependent on future organizational budget. Pay commensurate with experience. Job Responsibilities to Include: Create Marketing Materials, Newsletters, E-newsletters and Web Site Copy Write Multi-Year and Annual Fundraising Plans Refine and Implement Major Donor Program Coordinate Annual Board and Staff Fundraising Campaign Write and Coordinate Membership Renewals, Special Appeal Mailings and Gift Acknowledgements Administer Donor Database Develop and Implement Planned Giving Program Organize Events and Receptions Research Grant Opportunities and Assist with Grant Applications Build Workplace Giving Program
Applicants should send resume with cover letter and writing samples by May 16 to The Watershed Center Grand Traverse Bay, 13272 S. W. Bay Shore Drive, Traverse City, MI 49684. | 
