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The ECE Fellow will assist the Program Manager and Coordinators in the day-to-day operations of the Discovery Center (including its Living Laboratory program) and early childhood drop-in venues throughout exhibit halls, by facilitating activities and ensuring programming spaces are consistently ready for visitors. The Fellow will assist in the design of early childhood programs and the development of educational materials, including “research toy” activities and handouts for LL participants. The Fellow will assist the Coordinators in ensuring on-going professional development for part-time staff, volunteers and Living Laboratory collaborators by developing and delivering briefings, and assisting in the training of research assistants. For more information and to apply, please visit:https://mos.applicantpro.com/jobs/376354-29458.html EEO/M/F/V/DPosted on: 05/13/2016

The Connecticut Historical Society is seeking to retain an independent, part-time Contractor to assist the organization by providing grant program coordination and grant writing services. Contractor should be prepared to test and demonstrate ROI for each project and overall function. A private, nonprofit, educational organization established in 1825, the Connecticut Historical Society is the state’s official historical society and one of the oldest in the nation. Located at One Elizabeth Street in Hartford, the CHS houses a museum, library, and the Edgar F. Waterman Research Center that are open to the public and funded by private contributions. The CHS’s collection includes more than 4 million manuscripts, graphics, books, artifacts, and other historical materials accessible at our campus and on loan at other organizations. For information on this opportunity and the process for applications and proposals, please go to:http://tinyurl.com/j2htaz4Posted on: 05/10/2016

The New England Air Museum seeks an experienced development professional with a proven track record in not-for-profit fund raising. NEAM is the largest air museum in the northeast with over 100 aircraft in six hangars on 56 acres of land adjacent Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, CT. The current annual budget is 1.5M but this will grow in 2016. Approximately half of the budget is raised through development that includes private donors, corporate partners and sponsors, foundations, grants and membership. It will be the task of the development director to manage and grow the existing revenue streams as well as develop new sources of support working closely with the executive director, the staff and the board. The Museum is in the process of modernizing and expanding and the need is clear for a skilled manager to help meet our growing operational needs as well as expansion that will require a capital campaign. The Museum will consider both part-time and full-time applicants. Compensation will be competitive within the NEMA community of museums. Qualifications AA/BA/BS degree or comparable experience required Six to eight years of experience in non-profit development work including database management Highly motivated, flexible, resourceful, well-organized and detail-oriented Ability to interact effectively with donors, staff colleagues, board members, volunteers, public figures and community leaders Strong oral and written communications skills Commitment to the mission and vision of NEAM Please send resume to Executive Director Jerry Roberts at jroberts@neam.org.Posted on: 05/13/2016

The Director of Annual Fund will be a member of the senior fundraising team in a high-energy, high achieving Advancement Department, responsible for the overall direction of a comprehensive Annual Fund program at Mystic Seaport. The successful candidate will develop, oversee and execute a plan to ensure year over year incremental growth and long term success of the Museum’s Annual Fund. Central to the Museum’s strategic plan, an amplified annual giving program will be required to address the institution’s on-going operational needs and to ensure the long term sustainability of the institution. The Director of Annual Fund will be responsible for the strategies and tactics to further enhance a robust program. In the key public-facing role representing the Annual Fund, the successful candidate will engage directly with a high volume of prospects and donors in cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, interacting individually and in group settings with current, recently lapsed and prospective donors. The Director will manage a portfolio of 100-150 prospects within the fundraising cycle for the America and the Sea Society, achieve an agreed upon annual personal performance goal to include 75-100 face- to-face prospect visits, and supervise the Annual Fund Manager to ensure work flow is effective and efficient and that the manager’s efforts broaden and deepen gifts below $1,000. Please visit www.mysticseaport.org/employment for the full description. To Apply: Please submit an application (http://www.mysticseaport.org/wp-content/uploads/Mystic-Seaport-employment-application_-2015.pdf ), resume, and cover letter to human.resources@mysticseaport.orgOR to Mystic Seaport PO Box 6000 Mystic, CT 06355 Attn: Human Resources.Posted on: 05/13/2016

Full-time Membership and Annual Fund Coordinator reporting to the Director of Development. Oversees membership programs and events, assisting in the production of related advancement activities; coordinates the year-end annual appeal mail solicitation; creates correspondence, reports, and other written materials related to servicing membership, prospect research and advancement activities. Strong organizational skills and problem solving ability essential, attention to detail, and capability to recognize and address day-to-day and long term responsibilities without direct supervision. Successful candidate is goal oriented; flexible; cooperative; and supportive of colleagues in all areas of museum operations. Thorough working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Blackbaud’s Raisers Edge or comparable database software is essential. Qualifications include B.A. in Liberal Arts or related field, a minimum of five years museum or non-profit fundraising experience, including membership, or equivalent work experience. Demonstrable strengths in information and budget management and membership communications, excellent communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills, professional demeanor with strong interpersonal skills and a high level of comfort working with the public, trustees, members and donors. Interested candidates should forward cover letter and resume to employment@farnsworthmuseum.orgPosted on: 05/18/2016