Jacob Camilleri
Wyandotte,MI
Summary
Results-driven with background in fundraising management, specializing in developing effective fundraising strategies and donor relations. Skilled in coordinating events, managing campaigns, and leveraging social media to increase funding opportunities. Demonstrated ability to lead teams towards achieving set financial goals while fostering an environment of collaboration and innovation. Successfully enhanced donor engagement and streamlined processes for improved operational efficiency in previous roles.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Director of Development
Sigma Pi Fraternity
Wyandotte, MI
07.2024 - Current
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet the organization's annual revenue goals.
- Created and maintained a portfolio of major donors, corporate partners, foundations, and individual giving programs.
- Managed a team of development professionals responsible for meeting short-term and long-term philanthropic objectives.
- Oversaw all aspects of donor stewardship including gift acknowledgments and recognition events.
- Conducted research to identify new prospects with capacity to give at the leadership level.
- Established relationships with key stakeholders in the community and cultivated their support for the organization's mission.
- Collaborated with marketing staff to develop effective messaging that resonates with potential supporters.
- Provided leadership on capital campaigns by setting aggressive but achievable goals, creating plans of action, and managing timelines.
- Worked closely with senior leaders across departments to ensure alignment between programmatic priorities and fundraising objectives.
- Participated in industry networking events to maintain visibility in the sector.
- Met regularly with board members to discuss progress towards established financial targets.
- Drafted reports summarizing current trends in philanthropy that could be used by executive leadership when making strategic decisions.
Assistant Director of Volunteer Education
Sigma Pi Fraternity
06.2019 - Current
- Responsible for 140 active volunteers across North America
- Manage and maintain a database with complete and accurate records
- Conducted volunteer interviews and assessments to ensure volunteers are qualified for the position
- Provided orientation training to 50+ new volunteers
- Implemented online training program for volunteers
- Ensure volunteers complete the program
- Conducted monthly conference calls to keep volunteers engaged
- Created new resources for volunteers that have never been seen before
- Prepared monthly reports on volunteers activities
- Conducted public speaking at national conferences and events
Chapter Management Associate
Sigma Pi Fraternity
06.2018 - 06.2019
- Consulted 30+ chapters across North America on overall strategies to improve their chapter
- Created new documents to help chapters understand their role and responsibilities
- Implemented new strategies to streamline reporting
- Trained various officers on their duties and responsibilities
- Work effectively with other departments to ensure efficient operation and communication techniques
- Identify performance gaps, and work to develop and implement corrective actions
- Manage a budget for operations and travel to various campuses
- Conducted public speaking at national conferences and events
Education
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Athletic Coaching
Saginaw Valley State University
Saginaw, MI05.2018
Skills
- Windows XP
- Windows 10
- MS Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Communication
- Adobe
- Presentation
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Fundraising strategies
- Volunteer Management
- Research and analysis
- Multitasking
- Community Outreach
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Written Communication
- Event Planning
- Conflict Resolution
- Interpersonal Skills
- Effective Communication
- Direct Mail Campaigns
Certification
- Principles and Techniques of Fundraising
- Revenue Development & Fundraising Certificate
- Professional Fundraising
- Volunteer Program Management
References
- Jon Frost, CEO, Sigma Pi Fraternity, 479 Sam Ridley Pkwy, Suite 105, PMB 334 Smyrna, TN, 37167, 615-427-8920, jfrost@sigmapi.org
- Alexander Pettigrew, Vice President of Strategic Growth & Programs, Sigma Pi Fraternity, 479 Sam Ridley Pkwy, Suite 105, PMB 334 Smyrna, TN, 37167, 570-994-8950, apettigrew@sigmapi.org
- Jason Swackhamer, Director of Web Communications, 7400 Bay Rd., Saginaw, MI, 48604, Wickes Hall 364, (989) 964-4123, jjswack1@svsu.edu
Campus leadership and involvement
Sigma Pi Fraternity International, 11/13, 05/18, Executive Board: Vice President, Recruitment chairman, Attended MYLC (Mid-Year Leadership Conference) for 3 years in a row. Gained communication, problem solving, and teamwork skills
Accomplishments
- Staff member of the Biennium 2020-2022
Timeline
Sr. Director of Development
Sigma Pi Fraternity
07.2024 - Current
Assistant Director of Volunteer Education
Sigma Pi Fraternity
06.2019 - Current
Chapter Management Associate
Sigma Pi Fraternity
06.2018 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science, Athletic Coaching
Saginaw Valley State University