[Spherion Staffing has a direct hire opportunity in Fergus Falls for a Marketing and Development Director. [The Marketing and Development Director is responsible for planning, implementing, and managing the overall marketing and development strategies of the organization. This includes fundraising, donor relations, marketing campaigns, and business development initiatives to support the organization's mission and goals.

　　[Salary $80k/year

　　**[Responsibilities:[-Responsible for planning and implementing all of organizations marketing strategies, marketing communications, and public relations activities, both external and internal[-Oversee development and implementation of support materials and services for multiple lines of service in the area of marketing, communications and public relations.[-Provide staff leadership and support as executive director for the Foundation[-Plan and execute organization's fundraising strategies and activities through the Foundation.[-Promote participation and provide training of Foundation and Corporate board members for fundraising.-Grow and ensure the Foundations long term sustainability-Promote and build relationships with current and potential donors-Lead the board through development of strategic planning-Develop and maintain fundraising policies and procedures-Develop and maintain the Foundation Board Member handbook-Prepare and help facilitate regular board meetings-Plan and promote annual giving and appeals for support of special projects-Coordinate fundraising events such as the annual Friends of Pioneer Harvest Dinner-Present information to donors to consider support through legacy giving-Retain connections with potential granting organizations and research grant opportunities-Serve as principal grant writer for organization-Prepare an annual marketing plan and budget with involvement from the CEO and other staff leadership-Determine appropriate tactics, including traditional media and digital media, for effective communication strategies-Negotiate with media representatives for strategic placement of advertising-Oversee all marketing content to ensure adherence to brand guidelines-Serve as editor for Foundations and other publications

　　**Requirements:

　　-Bachelors degree in marketing, communications, or related field-Minimum of 3 years experience in nonprofit fundraising-Training or experience in developing and implementing marketing activities-Basic understanding of nonprofit organizational culture and philosophy-Ability to establish and sustain relationships with stakeholders and key community partners-Demonstrated skills, knowledge, and experience in execution of marketing and communications activities-Creative, strategic, analytical, and organizational skills-Experience developing and managing a departmental budget-Knowledge and appreciation for the concepts of corporate branding-Experience writing and editing press releases, making presentations, and negotiating with media-Experience overseeing design and production of print materials and publications-Commitment to working with a nonprofit board, corporate leadership, and in cross-functional teams-Ability to manage multiple projects at a time]{tahoma",sans-serif"=""}]{tahoma",sans-serif"=""}]{tahoma",sans-serif"=""}]{tahoma",sans-serif"=""}]{tahoma",sans-serif"=""}]{tahoma",sans-serif"=""}]{tahoma",sans-serif"=""}]{tahoma",sans-serif"=""}]{tahoma",sans-serif"=""}