Job Opportunity

Development Director

Godfrey Daniels is seeking a part-time Development Director to manage its fundraising operations. Godfrey’s is the longest-running music club in the Lehigh Valley, where performers present a diversity of music in an intimate setting. The nonprofit is approaching its 46th year of operation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to Godfrey’s Managing Director, this position requires approximately 20 hours per week, working remotely.

The Development Director will draft a strategic five-year fundraising plan with a goal of raising $40-$50,000 per year, beginning in 2022, increasing to $75,000 by year five. It is anticipated that there will be a Building Campaign in 2022 to 2023 to acquire the 7 East 4th St. venue.

Job Responsibilities include:

Securing new corporate donations, sponsorships and community partners;
Increasing Godfrey Daniels’ membership base (working in conjunction with the membership committee), including the writing of membership solicitation and renewal letters;
Researching and securing new grants from foundations and regional corporations;
Planning and executing one to two fundraising events per year;
Training and becoming proficient on Godfrey’s fundraising software, E-Tapestry.
Tracking and acknowledging all donations and memberships;
Working in conjunction with Godfrey’s Communications Manager, developing social media fundraising campaigns;
Securing new collaborations/partnerships with other Lehigh Valley arts organizations in order to partner on events, which will expand our brand, provide opportunities for sponsor recognition, and solicit new donors and volunteers.
In partnership with the Godfrey’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors, creating a Capital Campaign to pay for the acquisition and improvements to the Godfrey Daniels building at 7 East 4^th Street. Acquisition planned for Fall of 2023.

Qualifications:

Prefer at least five years experience in the development/fundraising field with measured success securing grants, corporate and individual gifts, and event planning;
Experience with donor management software;
A passion for Music and the Arts!

To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to: hiring@godfreydaniels.org by March 1, 2022.