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Description

The Fundraising and Planned Giving Manager, under the direction of the Executive Director is responsible for expanding, planning, organizing and directing all aspects of Cosmos fundraising including major gifts, planned giving, special events, donor stewardship and capital campaigns. This role involves developing and implementing community relations initiatives including media coordination and cultivating donor relationships to support the organizations mission. As part of the Senior Leadership Team they participate in the development and implementation of the agencys strategic plan.

Develop and implement strategic fundraising plans to align with the organization mission, values and goals. Cultivate donor relationships and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies to secure financial resources for operational sustainability and program growth. Ensure a consistent and robust pipeline of prospective donors and fundraising is maintained. Coordinate communications with media. Collaborate with the Senior Leadership team to establish fundraising priorities and objectives. Develop and implement plans to achieve fundraising targets and objectives including budgets. Lead the preparation of grant proposals, sponsorship packages and other funding requests and timely submission of all required reports. Build and maintain effective and positive relationships with community members, local organizations, and key stakeholders, which may include representing Cosmo at community events and public meetings. Manage outreach activities such as public speaking engagements, event planning, and partnerships with local groups. Develop and implement strategies to identify, cultivate, and solicit planned gifts. Manage a portfolio of donors at various giving levels and provide stewardship for both new and major donors. Excellent organizational and project management abilities, with a keen attention to detail. Cross Train and Perform /other Duties as needed.