Development Director

Position Overview:

The Development Director will play a pivotal role in driving our fundraising strategy, building meaningful relationships with donors, and ensuring the financial sustainability of our programs. This position requires an enthusiastic leader with a strong background in non-profit fundraising and a commitment to our mission.

Essential Duties:

• Fundraising Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan that aligns with our mission and strategic goals. Receive, acknowledge, and track contributions, pledges, in kind donations and other payments.
• Donor Engagement: Cultivate, maintain, and manage relationships with current and prospective donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Grant Writing: Research and write grant proposals, ensuring compliance with funder requirements and managing reporting processes.
• Event Coordination: Plan and implement fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives to engage the community and increase support.
• Team Leadership: Take lead in implementing, supervising and mentoring the development team, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation, as the department expands.
• Budget Management: Develop and oversee the development budget, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and funding needs.
• Communications: Work with the marketing team to create impactful fundraising materials and donor communications that resonate with our audience.
• Impact Assessment: Monitor and report on fundraising performance metrics, adjusting strategies as needed to meet goals.
• Travel: Ability to travel as needed, including overnight, for donor meetings and events.