Gulf Coast Society of Fund Raising Executives

Employment Opportunities

July 2008

Planned Giving Specialist
Part-Time/Exempt
Harry Chapin Food Bank
Fort Myers, Florida

The position is responsible for the development of an active donor relations program and to promote expanded giving through major gift and estate planning. The preferred candidate will have at least 1 year of experience with a proven track record in planned giving and working with major donors, or significant similar experience in relationship development. The position is part-time, exempt (averaging 20 hours per week): with a salary of $24,000 annually. For a complete job description and to apply, contact Fred Richards at 239-334-7007, ext. 27 or send resume to fredrichards@harrychapinfoodbank.org. The Harry Chapin Food Bank is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Development Officer
Edison College Foundation
Lee Campus

The candidate for this position will provide fund raising support for the activities of the Edison College Foundation, Inc., including donor research, donor solicitation, special events, and foundation and corporate development. A bachelor's degree in communications, business administration or related field from a regionally accredited institution and two (2) years experience in fund raising is required. Additional appropriate work experience may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree on a year-for-year basis.

For more information or to submit an application, please go to http://jobs.edison.edu.

Director of Development
Gulf Coast Humane Society

Desired qualifications include previous animal welfare and/or non-profit experience, fundraising and event-planning experience, familiarity with Southwest Florida community, superior public speaking and wirting skills. Additional desired qualifications include experience writing grants, interfacing with media (TV, radio, print) and website management. Work schedule includes some weekends and evenings. Salary based on experience. Medical, dental, and vision benefits. Must love animals. Please send fax with detailed cover letter and resume to: 239-332-2172.

Fundraising Support Specialist
Part-Time
Harry Chapin Food Bank
Fort Myers, Florida

Data entry and maintenance of a large donor database are the primary duties. The position is scheduled for 20 hours per week with possibly increased hours during the holiday season and a starting pay of $10.00 per hour. Please contact Fred Richards at 239-334-7007, ext. 27

Development Director
Children's Home Society
Orlando, Florida

Development Director needed to manage all aspects of the Division's development program, community relations, marketing and public relations, and to increase philanthropic funding from individual,corporate, organization and government resources. The qualified candidate will work with the Executive Director to establish and implement an annual Division development plan and budget, identify and define a need for support.  Candidate must have a bachelor's degree or CFRE designation, minimum of five years of experience in fund development, and working knowledge of computer applications including word processing, spreadsheet, and database software. For complete job description and contact information, visit
http://www.chsfl.org
and go "Careers"

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