<p>New Camaldoli Hermitage<br />62475 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920-­9533<br />www.contemplation.com</p>
<p><strong>DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR</strong><br />New Camaldoli Hermitage in Big Sur seeks its first Director of Development. Reporting to the Vice Prior, the Director will lead the development efforts for the Hermitage. A new position within the organization, the Director <span style="color: #000000;">will</span> have the opportunity to grow the development efforts. This is a part-time position (30 hours/week).</p>
<p><strong>ORGANIZATION</strong><br />Located in the rugged coastal mountains overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Big Sur, California, New Camaldoli Hermitage was founded in 1958. The three elements of the Camaldolese charism are: solitude for personal prayer and meditation, communal prayer and work within the monastery, and contemplative outreach. Camaldolese Benedictine monks trace their heritage to the 6th century monastic traditions of Saint Benedict. Saint Romuald, our founder, further defined these traditions in the 11th century. Founded in 1027, the Hermitage at Camaldoli, Italy serves as the motherhouse of the Order. Today, Camaldolese monasteries are found in Europe, Asia, Africa, North and South America. We also have an urban monastery located in Berkeley, California. Annually, thousands of individuals seek our retreat experience for solitude and contemplation. We are known for our Brandy-­dipped Fruitcakes and recently started producing Holy Granola.</p>
<p>Previously, the Hermitage worked with a Development Consultant who instituted a basic fundraising program including Annual Appeals, a newsletter, Planned Giving Program, and a donor database.</p>
<p>We are seeking a highly qualified, dedicated individual to fill the position of Director of Development. This person must be self-­motivated and able to work independently as s/he successfully develops and implements a strategic and comprehensive Development Plan for this $1.5 million non-­profit organization. The successful candidate will be passionate about his/her work, a strategic thinker, and strong communicator and listener. Authenticity, trustworthiness, confidence, and patience are all traits that will be valued.</p>
<p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong><br />The Director of Development will have responsibility for the day-to-day management of the fundraising activities of the Hermitage. Activities involve Annual Appeals, including Online Giving, Major Gift Solicitation, Prospect Research, Database and Records Management, Communications and Public Relations, Special Events, Grant Writing, and supervising staff. His/her primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:<br />• Fundraising<br />• Develop and implement an Annual Development Plan, including a Development Budget and reasonable, attainable fundraising goals and milestones<br />• Track progress toward revenue and expense goals for Development and Communications activities<br />• Create a compelling Case Statement for support<br />• Design and implement strategy for annual and special mail and online appeals<br />• Plan and administrate a volunteer Development Committee<br />• Research and identify potential foundation donors; submit proposals to key prospects; cultivate foundation relationships<br />• If deemed appropriate, contract with external experts/consultants and manage these relationships</p>
<p><strong>Major Gifts/Donor Cultivation and Stewardship/Planned Giving Program</strong><br />• Design and implement a Major Gifts Program<br />• Research, identify, cultivate, and solicit potential and current major donors<br />• Develop and maintain relationships with donors, meeting with them as necessary<br />• Coach the Prior, Vice Prior, and other community members on how to engage in donor cultivation and stewardship <br />• Design and implement a Moves Management Strategy for donors at all levels<br />• Institute appropriate special events for donor cultivation and stewardship<br />• Maintain and build Planned Giving Program</p>
<p><strong>Database and Records Management</strong><br />• Supervise and coordinate activities of Development Associate who is in charge of the Database and Records Management<br />• Manage and maintain integrity of donor database (Donor Perfect)<br />• Generate reports as needed<br />• Oversee creation of Procedures and Policies in relation to Database and Records Management</p>
<p><strong>Communications and Public Relations</strong><br />• Develop and implement a strategic and comprehensive Communications and Public Relations Plan<br />• Develop and distribute newsletters and annual report<br />• Develop and distribute e-­newsletters<br />• Together with the Vice Prior and Operations Manager, manage external communications to ensure<br />&nbsp;the integrity of brand, including consistent visual identity and messaging in all printed and electronic materials<br />• Create other organizational literature as needed (e.g., brochures)<br />• Responsible for Development pages on Hermitage website</p>
<p><strong>Supervision of Development Associate and Data Entry Staff</strong><br />• Manage and train Development Associate<br />• Supervise Data Entry Staff</p>
<p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong><br /><strong>Required</strong><br />• Bachelor’s degree<br />• Minimum 3-­5 years experience in Development, with proven track record of success<br />• Proven ability to recruit, train, and manage a volunteer fundraising committee<br />• Strong communication skills <br />• Self-­motivated<br />• Ability to work independently<br />• Ability to adapt to different audiences<br />• Well-­organized<br />• Detail-­oriented<br />• Good computer skills and knowledge of database programs<br />• Basic accounting proficiency, including preparing budgets and financial reports Desirable<br />• Knowledge of and interest in the Catholic church and Benedictine monasteries<br />• Experience in a similar organization<br />• Knowledge of philanthropic community in Monterey Bay Area, Silicon Valley, and San Francisco Bay Area, as well as Southern California<br />• Knowledge of and understanding of current and future fundraising trends<br />• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and strategically and execute on multiple priorities simultaneously</p>
<p><strong>Compensation:</strong> $50,000-­$60,000, commensurate with experience, for 30 hours/week</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Central Coast of California region preferred, however there is some flexibility</p>
<p><strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate</p>
<p><strong>To Apply:</strong> Email a cover letter and resume to Deborah Goldstein, Principal, Enlightened Philanthropy, <a title="Development Director" href="mailto:deborah@philanthropyconsulting.com?subject=Development%20Director%20Search">deborah@philanthropyconsulting.com</a> who is conducting the search on behalf of New Camaldoli Hermitage. Subject line: Development Director Search. No phone calls please. Position is open until filled.</p>
<p><em>New Camaldoli Hermitage is an equal opportunity employer and maintains a policy of non­-discrimination in regard to age, ancestry, color, creed, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other class protected by applicable state and/or federal laws.</em></p>