Development Director

The Development Director is responsible for increasing SPARC’s
annual giving goals by developing comprehensive fundraising and
stewardship plans. This position will enhance donor and prospect
engagement, utilize SPARC’s CRM database and manage and expand
SPARC’s existing donor portfolio to achieve financial and
non-financial goals. This position will also assist with grant
management.

Responsibilities

• The Development Director will report directly to the Operations
  Director and work alongside the CEO, CFO, Operations Director,
  SPARC Board to set and execute a long-term strategic plan for
  fundraising activities. The plan should include benchmark
  milestones on financial results, relationship development goals,
  year-round engagement and donor stewardship processes.
• Establish and maintain a fundraising strategy focused on
  achieving long term goals to support various projects and
  operational expenses.
• Oversee, plan and execute annual fundraising initiatives and
  events including an annual fundraiser.
• Focus on identifying, cultivating, soliciting and stewarding
  current and prospective corporate and high net worth individual
  donors.
• Supports the drafting of grant proposals, foundation
  communication, and maintains SPARC’s grant reporting schedule and
  activities.
• Maintain SPARC’s CRM database, donor thank you letters,
  maintain relevant stakeholder information, donor engagement visits
  and other key metrics.
• Establish and sustain a network of relationships within
  companies and corporate philanthropic/foundation leads.
• Develop collateral for SPARC, including brochures and other
  media.
• Responsible for improving SPARC’s websites, social media and
  branding.
• Engage companies and individuals in volunteerism and
  educational opportunities
• Provide regular and accurate reporting.
• Champion a culture of collaboration, continuous learning and
  improvement while upholding the values and mission of SPARC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in business, marketing
  or non-profit management or related field ideal.
• Proven track record of meeting fundraising goals and securing
  major gifts
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication
  skills, with high levels of organization and prioritization.
• The successful candidate will be mature, highly motivated,
  and
  team-oriented, with the highest ethical standards and ability to
  drive results.
• Self-motivated and able to thrive in a fast-paced, complex,
  goal-oriented, team environment.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency, ability to independently
  determine priorities, maintain activity on a number of projects
  simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively, act innovatively and embrace
  change.
• Sound judgment, discretion and commitment. Maintain
  confidentiality and a high degree of accuracy in donor records.
• Is astute in cultivating and managing relationships toward a
  common goal.
• Possess strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including
  Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Delivers effective individual and group presentations which are
  powerful and impactful.
• Familiarity with Salsa Labs desired

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• At least 2 years of development management experience is
  required.
• Development experience in an arts non-profit setting
  preferred.

This is a full-time position with a competitive benefits
package.

Job Benefits

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $90,000.00 – $93,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday. Some weekends may be required

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Venice, CA 90291: Reliably commute or planning to relocate
  before starting
  work (Required)

Experience:

• Fundraising: 2 years Required, 5 years preferred

Work Location: In person

Contacts

Submitting an Application
Please
submit a resume, cover letter, and 3 references to
[email protected]

About the Organization
Social and Public Art Resource Center (SPARC) is a community-based
non-profit
arts organization founded in 1976 by muralist Judith F. Baca,
filmmaker Donna
Deitch and artist Christina Schlesinger. SPARC is dedicated to
producing,
presenting and preserving public artworks in Los Angeles
neighborhoods. The
organization is best known for its work in hundreds of Los Angeles
neighborhoods
at a grassroots level to produce the rich legacy of Los Angeles
murals.