Director of Philanthropy
Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland
Lutheran Social Ministries of Maryland, a faith based, not for profit senior living organization is currently seeking a full time Director of Philanthropy. The primary purpose of this position is to develop fundraising strategies to increase funds raised for annual fund campaign, capital campaigns, major gifts, and planned gifts from residents, families, foundations, corporations, endowment and bequest gifts, and general operating support. Fundraising activities include annual campaigns, fundraising appeals, capital campaigns, special fundraising events and sponsorship solicitations, special projects funded through philanthropy, and other fundraising activities, as assigned. This is a Hybrid model position. QUALIFICATIONS:1.Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent years of fundraising and philanthropy experience. 2.Minimum of three to five years of professional fundraising experience for nonprofit organizations. 3.Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality with team members, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.4.High level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations. 5.Ability to demonstrate poise, patience, tact, diplomacy, empathy, compassion, flexibility, and personal accountability.6.Excellent organizational skills and presentation skills. 7.Proficiency with the fundraising solicitation and sponsorship process, both oral and written.8.Database management skills and proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.9.Experience with CRM, preferably Raiser’s Edge.