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Divine Savior Holy Angels High School
VP of Development

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Divine Savior Holy Angels High School (www.dsha.info) in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a Catholic, college preparatory secondary school for young women sponsored by the Sisters of the Divine Savior, is seeking a dynamic and collaborative Vice President of Development. Building on 116 years of tradition in academic excellence and commitment to single gender education, Divine Savior Holy Angels High School attracts over 650 students from all over Southeastern Wisconsin.

The successful applicant will understand and be committed to Catholic, all-girls education, be passionate about deepening DSHA’s commitment to continuous improvement, serve as an ambassador for the high school, and demonstrate the ability to think and plan strategically for the future. Significant experience in cultivating and raising financial resources from individuals for operating, special projects and capital needs must be demonstrated. A successful applicant must possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. Eight to 10 years of progressively responsible fundraising experience required. Experience with capital campaigns and/or planned giving a plus.

Position is available July 1, 2009. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Interested and qualified candidates are asked to submit electronically a letter of interest, a resume, salary requirements, as well as the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of five professional references to: jobs@dsha.k12.wi.us. Include VP Search in subject line. No phone calls please. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.


Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast
Development Manager

Operating Unit: Fund Development
Location: Milwaukee Service Center
Report To: Shannon Watry, Vice President of Development
FSLA: Exempt
FTE: Full Time
Grade: 7

Position Summary: To develop effective strategies and implement then in order to secure public support through personal and written solicitations and events management.

Major Accountabilities:

  1. Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward existing and new donors to the council from within southeastern Wisconsin.
  2. Manage all aspects of the council’s event fundraising.
  3. Manage volunteers to strengthen relationships and to secure public support for restricted activities and general operations.
  4. Contribute to the department’s planning, budgeting, and reporting processes while implementing council objectives and goals.
  5. Contribute towards the effectiveness of council AA/EEO guidelines by acquiring knowledge and understanding of affirmative action by exhibiting nondiscriminatory behavior in all internal and external relationships.


Key Responsibilities:

  1. Engage and /supervise volunteers to successfully plan, execute and evaluate three to six fundraising events annually while managing all aspects of the events’ logistics and program coordination; sponsorship recruitment; donor participation; event promotion and reporting.
  2. Mange the identification, solicitation and stewardship of new corporate donors to the council from within southeastern Wisconsin.
  3. Increase the retention rate of the existing corporate donors as a result of exceptional stewardship and customer service.
  4. Take primary responsibility for key donor relationships and ensure effective, compelling and timely communication, involvement, and appreciation for each donor.
  5. Develop timely, persuasive proposals and correspondence to prospective and existing donors.
  6. Contribute to the achievement of goals and objectives of the development department through campaign analysis, strategic planning and execution, effective data management / reporting, and activity evaluation.
  7. Engage in ethical and sound fund raising practices.
  8. Make persuasive and compelling presentations to donors, potential donors and the general public which promote the mission and impact of Girl Scouting.

Position Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field.
  • Three to five years fundraising, events management, corporate solicitation or related experience.
  • Excellent writing and presentation skills.
  • Strong strategic and critical thinking skills.
  • Knowledge and experience with donor software systems.
  • Accurate, organized, and detail oriented with an ability to work with budgets and financial data.
  • Must be able to work independently, set priorities, follow through and meet deadlines.
  • Demonstrated integrity, dependability, sound judgment, teambuilding and resourcefulness to establish and maintain collaborative, positive, and effective working relationships with multiple and diverse constituency groups.
  • Sufficient strength to lift and carry up to 20 pounds without assistance.
  • Understanding of and commitment to pluralism.
  • Willingness to subscribe to the philosophy of the Girl Scout Program and enroll as a Girl Scout member.
  • Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and some weekends.
  • Valid driver’s license, a driving record that meets the requirements for coverage of the council’s business auto insurance carrier and have automobile insurance limits that are in compliance with the council’s business auto insurance requirements.


This is a full time exempt position with benefits.

Please apply online at www.gswise.org
by July 6, 2009


Equal Opportunity Employer


American College of Surgeons Foundation
Director of Individual Giving

The American College of Surgeons Foundation (facs.org) in downtown Chicago seeks a highly motivated individual to join our team of development professionals to serve as Director of Individual Giving. The director will work closely with the Foundation Executive Director and be responsible for the coordination, supervision, planning, and implementation of the major and planned giving program area. This individual will join a staff of five and expand our efforts in advancing the mission of the American College of Surgeons Foundation.

The American College of Surgeons (ACS) Foundation supports the mission of the American College of Surgeons, a scientific and educational association of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to improve the quality of care for the surgical patient by setting high standards for surgical education and practice.

The ACS Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) organization and is governed by a Board of Directors. The purpose of the Foundation is to provide philanthropic support for education, research and patient safety programs. The director will work as staff liaison to a committee of the Board and partner with these volunteers in meeting the goals and objectives of their division.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide leadership for the enhancement and development of a comprehensive individual giving program with a focus on major and planned gifts.
  • Develop, manage and execute annual and long range plans to meet specific goals, objectives and timelines for the major and planned giving program.
  • Identify, cultivate, solicit, close and steward major and planned gift donor prospects to meet specific fund raising goals.
  • Provide staff leadership and support to the committee of the Board charged with oversight of the major and planned giving program and coordinate their efforts in the fund raising process.

Expertise in:

  • Major gift fund raising, with a demonstrated track record of achievement in meeting fund raising goals.
  • Communicating, with outstanding interpersonal and relationship-building skills and the ability to motivate, inspire and persuade.
  • Developing a strong working relationship with an Executive Director and building strong relationships with Board members, volunteers and staff.
  • Functional experience with all planned giving vehicles, budgeting, financial and tactical planning and operational management
  • This position requires some travel and occassional evening and weekend work.

Send resume to: acsjobs@facs.org


Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, Inc.
Exceptional Opportunity for Vice President of Development and Communication

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, Inc. (PPWI) is a statewide agency and one of the largest affiliates of Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA). With 180,000 outpatient visits annually in 28 health centers throughout the state, we are a trusted, leading provider of reproductive and sexual health care, sexuality education and a forceful advocate for sound public policy. We are looking for an individual who shares our passionate commitment to women’s health and rights.

The Vice President of Development and Communication is a member of the senior management team and reports to the CEO. She/he is based in Milwaukee and leads a team of seven professionals, five based in Milwaukee and two in Madison. The development effort raises $3M to $4M annually to support health care services and education and public affairs programming.

Qualifications/Requirements: The Vice President of Development and Communication must possess a strong commitment to the goals and philosophies of Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, Inc. S/he must have strong interpersonal skills and the ability and desire to relate actively to people from many backgrounds and points of view. Strongest candidates for the position will have:

  • A Bachelor’s degree and seven years fund development experience with a record of obtaining six to seven figure major and/or planned gifts.
  • Proven leadership ability and strong management skills.
  • Superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability and desire to engage with people from many backgrounds and points of view.
  • Broad and deep knowledge of fundraising principles and techniques.
  • Strong strategic and critical thinking skills; ability to see the forest and the trees.
  • High energy and entrepreneurial skills and a can-do attitude.
  • Ability and desire to work effectively as part of a team.
  • Ability to work at night and on weekends when necessary and do some traveling.
  • A sense of humor, the ability to handle disappointment and a streak of optimism.

We offer competitive salaries; excellent health, dental, and vision benefits, 401(k), paid life insurance, domestic partner benefits, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, and much more! For more information, visit www.ppwi.org; to apply, send your cover letter and resume to careers@ppwi.org or by US Mail to:

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin, Inc.
c/o Human Resources
Ad Code: Idealist
302 N. Jackson Street
Milwaukee, WI 53202

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer



AFP - GREATER MILWAUKEE CHAPTER
FEE SCHEDULE FOR JOB POSTINGS/LABELS


AFP Labels Only Package
Includes one set of membership labels
Two sets may be purchased for $125, provided they are purchased simultaneously
Cost: $75.00
AFP E-Mail Broadcast Only
Includes one Broadcast e-mail to membership with your attached job description
Cost: $100.00
AFP Website Job Posting Package
Includes posting on website with a hyperlink to their site for one month.
Renewals for one month are $50
Cost: $100.00
AFP E-Mail Broadcast and Website Job Posting Package
Includes one Broadcast e-mail to membership with your attached job description.
Includesr posting on website with a hyperlink to their site for one month
Cost: $150.00
AFP Website Posting and Labels Package
Includes one set of membership labels
Includes posting on website with hyperlink to their site for one month.
Cost: $125.00
AFP PREMIUM Website Posting and Labels
Includes membership labels
Includes posting on website with link to their site for one month.
Includes company’s logo/graphic image in website ad
Includes one AFP member direct broadcast email with job announcement and direct link
Cost: $225.00
PLATINUM Package: Labels, Website Posting and Luncheon Sponsorship
Includes membership labels
Includes posting on website with link to their site for one month.
Includes company’s logo/graphic image in website ad
Includes one AFP member direct broadcast email with job announcement and direct link
Company can choose AFP luncheon sponsorship opportunity (not PIP), introduce luncheon speaker and place marketing materials on luncheon tables (must be coordinated with sponsorship and luncheon committees)
Cost: $400.00

To purchase one of these packages, call Mary Albrecht at 262-524-0398 or send an email .