Required Experience:
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, or a related field; fundraising certification/CFRE and/or master’s degree preferred.
Minimum seven (7) years of direct fundraising experience with a track record of successful fundraising strategies.
Previous work within/familiarity with the philanthropic/corporate giving community in South Carolina strongly preferred.
Strong leadership and management skills with experience building and leading teams.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
Strong analytical skills and experience with budgeting and financial management.
Experience establishing community partnerships and increasing visibility.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
Experience with a donor database management systems preferred.
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with the ability to be diplomatic and persuasive.
Upon hire, you must hold personal membership in the Girl Scout organization and subscribe to the tenets of the Girl Scout Promise and Law.
Must have personal transportation and the ability to drive; possess a valid South Carolina driver’s license, maintain personal auto insurance meeting council insurance company’s requirement for coverage, and submit to a background search.
Core Competencies
Ability to authentically communicate the Girl Scout story to diverse stakeholders.
Collaborates across the organization to understand business needs and impact of fund development’s work on operational success.
Leads in a way that inspires trust and innovation.
Strategic thinker with a bias towards action.
Able to prioritize among competing opportunities.
Benefits
We offer rich, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that includes council covering 85% of the employee costs (dependent coverage is also offered at employee’s expense). The council pays for the short and long-term disability plans as well as a life insurance policy. Other offerings include supplemental life as well as ancillary programs. With a 401(k)-plan offered as well, we have a generous PTO accrual package with holidays and much more.
Equal Opportunity Employer (E.O.E.)
Girl Scouts of South Carolina - Mountains to Midlands (GSSC-MM) is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with GSSC-MM, please contact Human Resources at humanresources@gssc-mm.org. GSSC-MM reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.
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Duties / Expectations:
Chief Advancement Officer
Girl Scouts of South Carolina Mountains to Midland
1107 Williams St, Columbia, SC 29201
Licenses
Do you have a valid Driver's License license?
Skills
Do you have experience in Project management?
Education
Do you have a Master's degree?
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Full job description
Description:
Girl Scouts of South Carolina – Mountains to Midlands council is the largest organization serving girls in South Carolina. The council has a current membership of close to 6,000 girls, more than 3,000 volunteers and a staff of 42 (plus an additional 30+ seasonally). Girl Scouting is the largest organization for girls in the world. Our mission is to build girls of courage, confidence, and character who make the world a better place. Through activities in S.T.E.M., Entrepreneurship, the Outdoors and Life Skills, Girl Scouting provides girls with opportunities for fun and friendship while fostering the development of leadership skills and self-esteem.
The Chief Advancement Officer (CAO) reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and serves as a member of the leadership team, leading the philanthropic fundraising efforts to enhance the financial stability and growth of the organization. The CAO is responsible for creating and communicating a compelling value proposition that leads to increased visibility, engagement and funding.
The CAO is responsible for executing a relationship-based strategy, designed to expand the donor pipeline; maintain and strengthen relationships with existing donors and increase visibility in and across the twenty-two counties of our council. In addition to managing a personal portfolio of donors, the CAO leads a team of professionals and collaborates across the council to meet and exceed fundraising goals. The CAO works closely with the Board of Directors and the CEO to secure major and visionary gifts for the council. The CAO will work across departments to understand business needs and ensure development and marketing are in operational alignment and trusted partners with every internal department.
Objectives/Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive advancement strategy aligned with the organization’s mission and goals.
Collaborate with the leadership team to set fundraising targets and accompanying marketing and engagement strategies.
Oversee all fundraising activities, including individual and major gifts, grants, corporate giving, government grants, United Way partnerships, and events, ensuring a diverse portfolio of donors that represent the communities served by the council.
Cultivate and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including individual donors, foundations, and corporate partners.
Develop and execute a robust donor stewardship program.
Lead and mentor the advancement team, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
Recruit, train, and support staff in achieving fundraising goals.
Develop and manage the advancement budget, ensuring financial goals are met.
Analyze fundraising results and adjust strategies as necessary.
Lead the Marketing and Communications department to ensure increased visibility among stakeholders and alignment with advancement goals and organizational messaging.
Assists in the smooth functioning of the council by performing other duties as assigned.
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