Applications Development Director jobs in Schenectady, NY

SUMMARY OF POSITION: The Director of Development (DD) is responsible for the development, implementation, coordination, and expansion of Open Door Mission’s fundraising and marketing. The DD provides oversight of and supervises development staff, volunteers, and consultants. The DD works closely with the Executive Director to integrate all elements of the Mission’s fundraising functions with our Strategic Plan; successfully meets annual revenue goals; and integrates the vision, core values and culture of Open Door Mission.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develops strategies and plans in coordination with the Executive Director to fund the Mission’s short and long-term programs and campaigns. Closely monitors success of fundraising efforts to meet current approved budget, fundraising events meet revenue targets and strategic goals.
• Executes and Evaluates all philanthropy strategies with a donor-centered philosophy to ensure sustainable revenue to support OD’s mission.
• Motivated and able to implement diversified revenue strategy.
• Works closely with Executive Director to develop partnerships with major individual, corporate, and foundation donor prospects.
• Implements systematic efforts to identify, solicit, steward, maintain and upgrade annual giving donors.
• Manages in collaboration with the Operations Director the grants program, including work related to grant writing and reports, proposal development and submission, relationship building, and the timely submission of grant proposals to private and public foundations, grant makers, and corporations.
• Oversees direct mail campaigns and coordinates seasonal donor acquisition. Reviews and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Provides the principal facilitation and coordination of any Mission capital campaigns.
• Provides for on-going promotion of planned giving opportunities, overseeing, managing and/or planning special events.
• Ensures prompt and courteous communication with all donors including proper receipting and appreciation.
• Supervises Web-based giving and all aspects of Donor Perfect data entry and reporting.
• Collaborates with Executive Director to develop strategies for all donor related events.
• Works with Executive Director to improve data collection and reporting.
• Adheres to appropriate standards (ECFA and CLA) for an effective donor recognition program to include written thank you letters, receipts, and personal phone calls.
• Keeps current on fundraising best practices and trends.
• Oversees all events and volunteer functions, supervising staff, communicating vision and ensuring goals are met.
• Represents the Mission and participates in special events as necessary.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends as needed.
• Oversees communication including newsletter, literature, website, social media and media advertising.
• Assists in budget preparation and monitors overall departmental revenue and expense.

ESSENTIAL SKILLS:

• Has a personal relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ and a deep desire to serve Him. Be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; Possess and demonstrates excellent integrity.
• Has a heart of compassion and caring toward the homeless and hurting, and is passionate about ministering life transformation.
• Demonstrates a courteous and Christ-like manner with internal and external partners.
• Agrees with and carries out responsibilities in accordance with the Mission’s policies that are included in Open Door Mission Directives, Code of Conduct, Statement of Faith, and Mission Statement.
• Presents a history of stable and responsible employment.
• Experience in developing, influencing and leading varied teams.
• Demonstrates change management skills
• Experience networking with high profile professionals and entrepreneurs.
• Possesses excellent skills in oral and written English communications.
• Must be detailed, deadline oriented, and comfortable managing multiple projects within tight schedules.
• Has direct or related experience in at least two of these areas: direct mail appeals, major gifts, special fundraising events and capital campaigns.
• Able and willing to make an “ask” and “close”
• Possesses the ability to work effectively with others in a positive, cooperative manner.
• Willingly signs a confidentiality agreement.
• Must be in agreement with the goals and objectives of Open Door Mission.
• Ability to research, learn and teach new software and internet programs.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends as necessary for special events.
• Proficient with MS Office and Donor Perfect.
• Willingness to work toward (CFRE) Certified Fundraising certification.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Glens Falls, NY 12801: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person