Posted on October 25, 2012

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Director of Development

About Nimbus Arts: Nimbus Arts is a community arts center in Napa Valley offering art and science based classes and camps for people of all ages and skill levels. Nimbus also participates with other local organizations to provide community-based art and cultural experiences to the wider community. Nimbus Arts has operated in St. Helena for 7 years, and this is our third year of operation as a 501(c)(3) organization, with an annual budget of about 600K. [www.nimbusarts.org]

Nimbus Arts is a joint tenant with the Saint Helena Montessori School (SHMS) on a 20 acre farm property, which will be the future location of the Nimbus Arts Center.

Director of Development Job Description: Reporting to and in partnership with the Executive Director (ED), the Development Director will spearhead fundraising efforts as Nimbus Arts continues to grow. As this is a new position in the organization, the Director of Development will have the opportunity to build the development function. This position is half time (20 hours per week).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute Nimbus Arts’ annual fundraising plan
• Work with the Nimbus Arts Board Fundraising Committee on the Capital Campaign (currently in the quiet phase)
• Work with SHMS Development Director to implement cooperative development efforts
• Secure financial support from individuals, foundations and corporations
• Manage the implementation of fundraising software and maintain data entry and gift processing
• Work with the Nimbus Arts Board Fundraising Committee to manage fundraising plan and execution
• Working with other Nimbus staff and volunteers, develop and maintain ongoing relationships with major donors
• Create and execute a strategy for development of a large sustained base of annual individual donors
• Participate in the organization of special events and annual Nimbash fundraiser Develop and track grant proposals and reports for all foundation and corporate fundraising
• Work with board of directors to solicit and acknowledge gifts at all levels.
• Draft acknowledgments for individual gifts and campaigns.

Qualifications

• BA required (MA a plus)
• Track record of managing successful fundraising events and raising funds from individuals
• Demonstrated excellence in organizational, managerial, and communication skills
• An outgoing nature and a willingness to work with a variety of personalities as part of a team
• Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and work autonomously under pressure of deadlines
• Knowledge of fundraising software a plus
• Experience with grant writing a plus

Application Instructions

Please send resume and cover letter to Dana Johnson / Nimbus Arts / 888 College Avenue / St Helena, CA 94574 or via email to danajn@yahoo.com. Applications will be accepted on a rotating basis through December 15, 2012.

Nimbus Arts is an equal opportunity employer.