Development Coordinator
Job Duties
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Develop and implement plans to generate revenue from sponsors and grants;
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Expand the existing pool of grants and manage their contracted requirements;
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Assist the Board with creating a sponsor lead list;
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Represent the Symphony to community sources of grants and sponsorships
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Assist the Board with managing sponsor relationships and benefits;
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Coordinate with staff to develop marketing materials for print and digital publication;
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Attend meetings of and work cooperatively with the Development Committee;
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Provide periodic reports to the Board of Directors.
Applicant Requirements
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Preferred candidates will reside in Kitsap County;
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Has previous grant-writing experience with positive outcomes;
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Able to travel to destinations in and around Kitsap Peninsula;
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Has previous experience working within a non-profit organizational structure;
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Willing and able to find and accomplish work without supervision;
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Willing and able to make outbound calls and visits to identify and secure funding sources;
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Willing and able to navigate the committee decision-making process;
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Has Associate’s degree or equivalent through work experience;
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Willing to work remotely with scheduled, in-person meeting attendance;
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Willing to work part-time, estimated 20 hours per week, 50 weeks per season.
Organization
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Bremerton WestSound Symphony is an elder arts organization founded in 1942;
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Supports an adult orchestra of 60-70 volunteer members;
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Supports an adult chorale of 40-50 volunteer members;
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Supports a youth jazz group of around 10 volunteer members;
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Conducts 6-8 main stage concerts each season that runs July 1 to June 30;
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Conducts annual outreach concerts and competitions for youth;
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Conducts various fundraisers often featuring live and recorded music;
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Offers an online service to curate recorded works for paid viewing;
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All staff report to the Board of Directors.
Resume and Cover Letter are required to be considered for this position.
Application deadline: August 27, 2021