Position Title: Development Officer

Work Schedule: 40 hours/week

Work Location: Orlando, FL (Hybrid work schedule allows for 1 remote day a week after the first 90 days.)

Immediate Supervisor: Sr. Director of Development

Position Status: Full-Time exempt

Salary Range: $65,000-$70,000

Benefits: Medical, dental, life, long-and short-term disability, employee 401K, PTO and paid holiday time. The staff works in a hybrid work environment.

Number of Positions to be filled: 2

Position Overview: United Arts of Central Florida (UA) is seeking a motivated and experienced front-line fundraiser to join our team. Reporting to the Sr. Director of Development, the Development Officer will play a crucial role in securing financial support from individual donors, foundations and corporations. This position will build and maintain relationships with existing donors while also identifying and cultivating new prospects. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven, self-motivated and highly organized individual to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the growth and sustainability of United Arts and the cultural sector of Central Florida.

Responsibilities:

• Cultivate and steward relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, foundations and other funding sources within portfolio to maximize support for the organization's programs and initiatives.
• Identify and research potential donors, including individuals, foundations and corporations to expand donor base.
• Connect with prospects, with a focus on individuals, through personalized communication channels including: emails, phone calls, letters and in-person meetings.
• Create compelling proposals and presentations tailored to the interests and priorities of donors, effectively communicating the impact of their support and the funding needs of UA.

• Contribute to UA’s Marketing & Communications efforts from a development perspective, including content for website, social media, emails/newsletters, etc.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor records in Raiser’s Edge database, tracking interactions, donations and other relevant information to inform cultivation strategies.
• Work closely with the development team, development committee and other staff members to align fundraising efforts with organizational goals and priorities.

• Collaborate with Database and Stewardship Manager to acknowledge donor contributions promptly and thoughtfully, providing regular updates on the impact of their support and fostering a sense of connection and appreciation.
• Work with Sr. Director of Development to set ambitious fundraising goals and regularly report on progress toward those goals, identifying areas for improvement and adjustment as needed.
• Fulfill duties assigned in development plan/strategy to achieve revenue targets and support the organization's financial sustainability.
• Represent the organization at events and networking opportunities to expand UA’s visibility and connect with potential donors.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, fundraising, communications or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development or related field.
• Proven track record of success in fundraising and donor cultivation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively craft compelling proposals and donor communications.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build rapport and inspire support from diverse stakeholders.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in donor management software (preferably Raiser’s Edge), Microsoft Office Suite, Canva and donor prospecting software (preferably iWave).
• Commitment to the mission and values of United Arts of Central Florida.
• Able to travel throughout the four-county region and attend cultural events on nights and weekends outside of normal 9-5 Business hours.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs.

To Apply

Please send your resume and a cover letter describing your experience as it relates to the requirements of this position and why you are interested. Please email your information to hr@UnitedArtsCFL.org with Development Officer in the subject line.  

The job posting will remain active until filled. Multiple open positions may be filled through a single announcement.

Not sure you meet 100% of our qualifications? Research shows that men apply for jobs when they fulfill an average of 60% of the criteria. Yet, women, BIPOC, ALAANA, diverse lifestyle identifying individuals, and populations who are systematically marginalized tend only to apply if they meet every requirement. We encourage you to apply if you believe you can excel in this role.

United Arts is an equal-opportunity employer committed to maintaining a drug-free, smoke-free working environment.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility 

United Arts' vision is to increase access to the arts for all people of Central Florida. To achieve this vision, we have established a set of strategic goals that include a commitment to be more intentional about diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility in everything we do.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, United Arts will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.