Job Postings

Appalachian Artisan Center - Fundraising & Development Director

Job Title: Fundraising and Development Director
Company: Appalachian Artisan Center - Hindman Kentucky
Mission & Vision
The purpose of the Appalachian Artisan Center (AAC) is to develop the economy of eastern Kentucky through our arts, culture, and heritage. We are dedicated to supporting artists by helping them create and grow successful businesses. The AAC aids artists in many ways including business plan development, training and continuing education opportunities, studio space, and a venue to sell and exhibit their work.
Pay: $50,000, depending upon experience.
 
Resume Required. Cover letter encouraged.
Responsibilities, Required Work Experience, Skills, Education
The Fundraising and Development Director will be one of the two primary management positions for the
Appalachian Artisan Center, reporting to the Executive Director and will be the person primarily responsible for all facets of fundraising for the Center.
The Development Director will:
• Solicit individual and corporate contributions for Business sponsorships
• Solicit contributions for the AAC’s Benefactor’s Program, the program to pay off the AAC’s building
indebtedness
• Seek contributions to build the AAC’s endowment
• Plan and execute the Annual Spring Celebration and the Autumn Jamboree fundraising events
• Plan and conduct the Fall telethon and the annual giving drive
• Promote and manage estate planning gifts
• All other fundraising efforts assigned and approved by the AAC’s Board of Directors.
The Fundraising and Development Director will work with the Executive Director and the AAC Grant Consultant
to maximize grant contributions in support of ongoing programs and to develop future programs authorized by the Board.
The Fundraising and Development Director will establish the back-office support and development
infrastructure, including appropriate software, for donor and fundraising tracking. As time allows, the Fundraising and Development Director will assist the Executive Director/Program Director in other areas including strategic planning. However, the primary focus of this job must be centered on fundraising aimed at accomplishing the Center’s stated goal of self-sustainability within five years.
Applicants must demonstrate a proven record of successful individual and/or corporate fundraising. The
Development Director will be expected to pay for his/her position through successful increased fundraising and the incremental amount of money raised annually will be a critical part of the Director’s annual job evaluation. Experience with arts oriented economic development programs is preferred, but not required. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent fundraising experience necessary. Some travel required.
AAC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Contact Info: Cheryl Osborne, email: cheryl.osborne@artisancenter.net

Association of Fundraising Professionals, Bluegrass Chapter - Chapter Administrator

Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Bluegrass Chapter

Job Description - Chapter Administrator

As the only paid position in the chapter, the position of Chapter Administrator is vitally important to the successful operation of the chapter. While chapter leadership may change year-to-year, the Chapter Administrator ensures there is continuity and consistency in chapter activities.


The Chapter Administrator’s primary job responsibilities are as follows:
 Support the elected leadership of the AFP Bluegrass Chapter in planning and execution of annual activities for the chapter.
 Work in partnership with the VP of Marketing & Communication and VPs of Education to produce chapter-wide communications, including monthly newsletters, social media posts, and event registration communications.
 Support the monthly meetings through registration, nametag creation, and other administrative tasks as needed.
 Support the chapter and National Philanthropy Day (NPD) committee in planning, executing, and following up on NPD annually.
 Work to promote conference marketing, registration, and administrative needs, when a conference is held.
 Enter all financial transactions into QuickBooks, meet with the chapter treasurer monthly to produce appropriate financial reports, and ensure accounts payable and accounts receivable are appropriately maintained.
 File all tax documentation, including our 990 EZ and other related documents.
 Work with AFP Global to ensure all deadlines for the Chapter Accords are met. Work in partnership with the leadership team to meet the chapter strategic plan goals and ensure appropriate filing of all materials.
 Maintain the website, monitor the chapter email, and respond to requests from members in a timely and appropriate manner.


This role is great for someone who is:
 Proactive– anticipating the needs of the chapter and responding accordingly
 Responsive - communicating timely with the chapter leadership and membership
 Organized – having fundamental information readily available
 Resourceful – maintaining a clear understanding of the relationship between the chapter and the international organization and how the two work together; understanding how the chapter supports members and how the board engages with one another 

This position is a part-time, 40-hour per month commitment that pays a flat stipend of $750/month. Some months require additional hours (around NPD in November), while others are significantly slower (traditionally June and July).

Send resume and/or inquiries to Wesley Scott