Job
Development Director
| Location | New York, NY 10150 |
| Date Posted | March 08, 2024 |
| Job ID | 11194 |
| Employment Type | Retained |
Scion Executive Search has been retained to conduct an immediate search for the incoming Development Director on behalf of our incredible client, the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation. With a commitment to enhancing the lives of those affected by Alzheimer’s and striving for a future free from its grasp, this cutting-edge nonprofit organization has provided tens of millions in research funding to understand the causes of and to find a cure for Alzheimer’s Disease. This full-time position is immediately available for candidates in the NYC Metro area and will be based in a newly established office space, just a short ten-minute commute from the esteemed Fisher Center Lab at Rockefeller University.
ABOUT FISHER CENTER FOR ALZHEIMER’S RESEARCH FOUNDATION:
Situated in the prestigious Upper East Side of New York City, the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation (the Fisher Center Foundation) is dedicated to financing cutting-edge research initiatives. Its primary focus is supporting the work of globally recognized scientists at the Fisher Center lab, located at Rockefeller University, as well as at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and the Imagine Institute of Brain and Spine in Paris, France. With a legacy spanning over 25 years, the Foundation has played a pivotal role in advocating for private funding and backing groundbreaking research that has laid the foundation for contemporary investigations into Alzheimer’s disease.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Director of Development oversees all fundraising efforts and cultivates relationships with donors, prospects, researchers, and financial partners. This individual will collaborate with affiliated universities to coordinate virtual and in-person lab tours, engage donors and prospects to nurture continued support, and actively pursue opportunities for financial backing through grants, bequests, and sponsorships. In direct collaboration with the Executive Director and working closely with the Information Program Director and Creative Marketing Manager, this individual will be tasked with generating, refining, and disseminating fundraising marketing content for both internal and external audiences. This content will be circulated across the Foundation's various platforms including publications, social media channels, and digital tools.
This pivotal role involves collaborating with leadership to set ambitious fundraising objectives and craft strategic approaches aimed at significantly bolstering resources for Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative disease research. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of the scientific aspects of current research, breakthroughs, and medications. They will feel at ease participating in and contributing to discussions with scientists, subject matter experts, donors, and families personally affected by Alzheimer’s disease.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
This dynamic opportunity empowers you to drive meaningful change by leading the development program for a nonprofit organization with substantial reach! Compensation includes a competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $170,000; discretionary annual bonus; comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan with employer match for all eligible employees along with paid time off and annual holidays.
APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS:
The Fisher Center Foundation has retained the services of Scion Executive Search, a national executive search firm specializing in mission-driven organization recruitment, to assist in conducting this important search. For immediate consideration please apply with your resume and cover letter, formatted in Microsoft Word, via: https://scionexecutivesearch.com/job/11194
Please address applications to:
Chelsea Zimmer, Executive Search Principal
Scion Executive Search
Review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will begin immediately and continue on a confidential basis until an appointment is made.
Fisher Center Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity and equity in all facets of the organization’s work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected class.
ABOUT OUR FIRM:
Scion Executive Search is an award-winning retained executive search firm. Our track record and recruitment process have made us one of the top recruitment firms in the United States. Through innovative team building and recruitment solutions, Scion Executive Search seamlessly bridges the gap in interim and executive searches. Our track record and recruitment process have made us one of the top recruitment firms in the nation.??
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online.
Scion Executive Search is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Executive Search proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
ABOUT FISHER CENTER FOR ALZHEIMER’S RESEARCH FOUNDATION:
Situated in the prestigious Upper East Side of New York City, the Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation (the Fisher Center Foundation) is dedicated to financing cutting-edge research initiatives. Its primary focus is supporting the work of globally recognized scientists at the Fisher Center lab, located at Rockefeller University, as well as at NYU Grossman School of Medicine and the Imagine Institute of Brain and Spine in Paris, France. With a legacy spanning over 25 years, the Foundation has played a pivotal role in advocating for private funding and backing groundbreaking research that has laid the foundation for contemporary investigations into Alzheimer’s disease.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Director of Development oversees all fundraising efforts and cultivates relationships with donors, prospects, researchers, and financial partners. This individual will collaborate with affiliated universities to coordinate virtual and in-person lab tours, engage donors and prospects to nurture continued support, and actively pursue opportunities for financial backing through grants, bequests, and sponsorships. In direct collaboration with the Executive Director and working closely with the Information Program Director and Creative Marketing Manager, this individual will be tasked with generating, refining, and disseminating fundraising marketing content for both internal and external audiences. This content will be circulated across the Foundation's various platforms including publications, social media channels, and digital tools.
This pivotal role involves collaborating with leadership to set ambitious fundraising objectives and craft strategic approaches aimed at significantly bolstering resources for Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative disease research. The ideal candidate will possess a solid understanding of the scientific aspects of current research, breakthroughs, and medications. They will feel at ease participating in and contributing to discussions with scientists, subject matter experts, donors, and families personally affected by Alzheimer’s disease.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Collaborate with the Executive Director to devise strategic fundraising plans that support annual goals.
- Outline, develop, and deliver proposals for the department's annual budget review and approval.
- Strategize, develop, and execute engaging direct mail campaigns and online fundraising initiatives year-round, also overseeing renewal, special appeal, and acquisition campaigns.
- Arrange and conduct visits to prospective donors to determine giving potential, gauge opportunities, and secure contributions.
- Build, cultivate, and execute at least twelve major gift solicitations and planned giving discussions annually.
- Maintain regular communication with donors and stakeholders, demonstrating empathy and sensitivity in interactions with those who have experienced the loss of loved ones due to Alzheimer’s disease.
- Advocate for and raise awareness of the Fisher Center Foundation at conferences and events, fostering connections with potential donors and strengthening existing donor relationships.
- Organize and facilitate virtual and in-person laboratory tours and presentations quarterly or as required, specifically tailored for top-tier funders.
- Manage donation tracking and pledge collection in Salesforce, ensuring accuracy and alignment with financial records for precise IRS filings.
- Monitor direct mail campaigns to analyze cost-effectiveness in fundraising, ensuring timely completion of all reporting requirements and electronic documentation in constituent records.
- Manage the comprehensive calendar of deadlines for proposals, reports, and letters of inquiry; prepare drafts to ensure timely submission.
- Maintain up-to-date case statements, proposal templates, and reports that are easily adaptable for tailored funder outreach.
- Work with the Creative Marketing Manager to develop marketing strategies for fundraising, oversee registration applications, and monitor pledges.
- Coordinate with university development and research teams to foster relationships, publicize research studies for fundraising, write press releases, and pitch media for coverage and engagement.
- Oversee and track foundation awards and ratings, actively pursuing new opportunities to enhance the foundation's status.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree required; master's degree or PhD from an accredited college or university preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of proven expertise in relationship building and communication strategy development with a demonstrated history of securing major gifts, ideally within Alzheimer’s or other neurodegenerative diseases.
- Proficiency in volunteer supervision, goal setting, project prioritization, budget management, and accountability measures implementation.
- Demonstrated ability in crafting persuasive cultivation materials, donor acknowledgments, and other philanthropic content; proficient in writing, editing, and proofreading.
- Strong capability in fostering lasting business and donor connections that drive organizational growth and financial objectives.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, and Asana.
- Willingness to travel locally and out of state to meet with donors as needed.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
This dynamic opportunity empowers you to drive meaningful change by leading the development program for a nonprofit organization with substantial reach! Compensation includes a competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $170,000; discretionary annual bonus; comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan with employer match for all eligible employees along with paid time off and annual holidays.
APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS:
The Fisher Center Foundation has retained the services of Scion Executive Search, a national executive search firm specializing in mission-driven organization recruitment, to assist in conducting this important search. For immediate consideration please apply with your resume and cover letter, formatted in Microsoft Word, via: https://scionexecutivesearch.com/job/11194
Please address applications to:
Chelsea Zimmer, Executive Search Principal
Scion Executive Search
Review of applications, nominations, and expressions of interest will begin immediately and continue on a confidential basis until an appointment is made.
Fisher Center Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity and equity in all facets of the organization’s work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected class.
ABOUT OUR FIRM:
Scion Executive Search is an award-winning retained executive search firm. Our track record and recruitment process have made us one of the top recruitment firms in the United States. Through innovative team building and recruitment solutions, Scion Executive Search seamlessly bridges the gap in interim and executive searches. Our track record and recruitment process have made us one of the top recruitment firms in the nation.??
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online.
Scion Executive Search is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent.
For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Executive Search proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
