Corporate Development Officer

The Corporate Development Officer provides support for Orlando Science Center by increasing revenue from corporate organizations. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Partnerships, the Corporate Development Officer is responsible for fundraising corporate support and will create and execute both short-term and long-term strategies for increasing contributed revenue while building sustainable relationships for OSC.
Essential Functions:

Develops and executes strategies for enhancing revenue from corporations and corporate foundations for both short and long-term success in line with budget and organization goals.
Develops effective revenue opportunities that meet the mutual marketing goals of the corporate partner and OSC.
Utilizes the following tools to raise funds: exhibits, events, special programming monthly themes and events, community accessibility options, naming, and corporate memberships.
Develops and documents a robust pipeline of proposals and meets annual fundraising goals; establishes and achieves benchmarks for constructive growth; measures progress against institutional goals.
Ensures reporting requirements are completed in timely and accurate manner; utilizes automated systems for tracking and reporting; develops and maintains prospect lists in donor database.
Ensures all corporate partners are being stewarded regularly throughout the year with the aim of building ongoing relationships that sustain the mission.
Researches corporate prospects and develops plan to engage targeted organizations for short- and long-term partnerships.
Develops and maintains a donor portfolio.
Ensures appropriate follow-up with corporate clients for annual and comprehensive campaigns as outlined in Development Plan.
Participates in the implementation of a successful comprehensive campaign for the long-term growth of the Center.
Stays current on corporate activity in the community to assess viable opportunities for engagement.
Event responsibilities: Solicits sponsorships for events that support the mission of OSC, keep track of all sponsor information and event content and communicates this information to the correct department in a timely manner (example: marketing), handles any guest/customer/donor service issues the night of the event, designs sponsorship packets, event programs, invitation, e-blast, signage, and any other development needs.
Works with internal OSC departments including Finance, Marketing & Graphics, Visitor Experience, Education, and others to ensure fulfillment of Development goals with approval of Director of Development.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Competencies:

Teamwork
Decision Making
Work Standards
Motivation
Reliability
Problem-Solving
Adaptability
Planning and Organizing
Communication
Integrity
Initiative
Customer Service and Quality
Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Non-Profit Management, Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field.
Experience: Minimum of three to five years of experience in corporate fundraising and/or business development. Three years of management experience, including budgeting and planning.
Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge and involvement in the local community.
Previous work experience in a non-profit organization or business development function.
Strong communication, organizational and multi-tasking skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and CRM systems.
Professional corporate experience.
Physical Demands:

Ability to sit for extended amounts of time
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
Expected Hours of Work:

Monday through Friday, with the ability to participate in weekend and after-hours events as needed.
Travel:
40% travel throughout Central Florida.
Telecommuting:

This position is required to be onsite 60% of the time.
Apply by sending a resume and cover letter to hrspecialist@osc.org