The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation is seeking a dynamic individual for the position of Development and Engagement Manager.  In this position, you will interface with both donors and volunteers to manage operations for engagement campaigns to increase awareness of the Foundation’s brand, increase dissemination of Foundation research and resources through traditional and digital channels, and solicit financial support from corporate and individual donors.  This individual will support related volunteer committees to communicate the value of the organization to current and prospective donors – including front to back-end administration of year-round solicitation activities and the annual Day of Giving.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Development and Engagement (80%)

• Interface with donors and volunteers to secure philanthropic support including managing digital campaigns and orchestrating the involvement of volunteers
• Manage administrative processes to ensure effective and efficient operations for annual giving, Day of Giving, and legacy program campaigns
• Support a volunteer driven fundraising outreach committee
• Coordinate drafting of collateral materials for fundraising and targeted education campaigns to include collaborating with vendors such as graphic designers and printer as needed
• Manage database reports and web analytics to measure effectiveness of fundraising campaigns
• Compile data for presentation at committee and board meetings
• Update the website as needed

Operations and Governance (20%)

• Maintain database records for all Foundation committee rosters and donors
• Coordinate Board of Trustees & committee meetings, facilitate production of Board Briefing Book and other materials, maintain event calendars.
• Assist Executive Director, Board, committees, and working groups with action items and questions; follow-up on assignments as needed.
• Occasional travel to industry conferences
• Work on special projects and other duties as needed 

Essential Education/Training/Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 3-5 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, sales, or related area

Essential Use of Following Tools

• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Content Management Software; WordPress highly desirable
• Familiarity with Tailored Mail, Survey Monkey, Canva, and ClearVantage AMS a plus

Essential Skills/Knowledge

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Customer service skills, with a focus on improving the donor/volunteer experience
• Organized, with the ability to prioritize multiple projects and deadlines with minimal supervision
• Knowledge of fundraising practices, annual giving, planned giving techniques
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment 
• Collaborative and energetic work style; sense of humor a plus
• Experience in social media marketing, website management, or graphic design a plus

About Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation

The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation is a §501(c)3 non-profit organization that propels the equipment finance sector—and its people—forward through industry-specific knowledge, intelligence, and Campus to Career programs that contribute to industry innovation, individual careers, and the overall betterment of the equipment leasing and finance industry. The Foundation is funded through individual and corporate donations. Learn more at www.leasefoundation.org.

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