Vibrant is a professional membership network for LGBTQ+ entertainment marketing professionals. It brings together people working across entertainment, media, marketing, and consulting through industry events, panels, social gatherings, and other programming designed to strengthen connections and support career development. Members can be featured through the network’s directory, spotlight and nomination initiatives, while leadership and sponsorship programs help sustain an active professional community.
Temporary Development Consultant, Institutional Fundraising (U.S. Remote)
Temporary consultant supporting prospect research, institutional fundraising, and grant development for Vibrant Emotional Health during a leadership leave. The role focuses on building actionable foundation and corporate prospect portfolios.
Description
- Support fundraising operations during the Director of Institutional Giving’s leave
- Research Vibrant’s current institutional prospects and uncover new funding opportunities
- Build a focused, actionable portfolio of foundation and corporate prospects
- Assess prospect qualifications and alignment with Vibrant’s program priorities
- Investigate corporate philanthropy and potential strategic partnerships
- Produce a prioritized prospect portfolio with research, contacts, and funding or partnership opportunities
- Assist with grant development and proposals for selected institutional funding opportunities
- Complete prospect research, segmentation, database updates, and internal briefing materials as capacity allows
- Work independently on internal research without managing funder relationships or submitting proposals independently
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree
- At least five years of experience in prospect research or institutional fundraising
- Excellent written communication skills
- Strong project management and analytical capabilities
- Commitment to the organization’s mission
- Highly self-motivated and proactive approach
- An equivalent combination of education, knowledge, skills, and experience may satisfy the minimum qualifications
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible full-time employees
- Supplemental income insurance
- Employer-paid disability coverage
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Pre-tax flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care
- Access to a 401(k) plan