Applications Development Director jobs in Waterloo, IA

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Director of Resource Development
PERFORMANCE
PROFILE SOURCE: Professional

DEPARTMENT: Mission Engagement

REPORTS TO: CEO (Chief Executive Officer)

FLSA STATUS:  Exempt

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Director of Resource Development is responsible for providing leadership and direction in identifying and creating opportunities to build public awareness of Club services, programs and activities. The Director of Resource Development works closely with the Board of Directors’ Marketing and Communications/Resource Development Committee, and the Chief Executive Officer to plan and coordinate special events that meet program or fund-raising goals. The Mission Engagement Director supports the Chief Executive Officer in positioning the board to cultivate and solicit major gifts and grants from individuals, corporations, foundations, United Way, government agencies and others. Evaluates and reports results, with recommendations for modifying efforts to improve success.

KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):

Leadership

1. Provide leadership and direction to the Chief Executive Officer and Board of Directors in the effective operation of all development activities required to fund Club operations and deliver programs within the community.

Strategic Planning

1. Contribute to the planning and implementation of special events, working with Club staff and volunteers to coordinate activities and facilitate communications.

2. Negotiate with vendors and sponsors to obtain space, refreshments/catering, audio-visual needs, event journals and all related materials and resources that ensure event success.

3. In collaboration with Chief Executive Officer and Board to develop and implement a strategic plan for single and multi-year resource development efforts:

• Researches and analyzes agency, corporate, individual and foundation donor base and recommended solicitation strategies.
• Prepares and presents for approval proposals for corporate and foundation support of the Club, using current cultivation and solicitation materials.
• Oversees planning of logistics for special events, including obtaining sponsorships and solicitation of gifts and preparing related printed materials and publications.
• Designs and implements direct mail programs.
• Provides support for various fund-raising projects/initiatives assigned by Chief Executive Officer, such as endowments, major gifts and planned giving.

4. Ensure the evaluation of development activities and identify opportunities to improve results.

Board Development

1. Identify, recruit and train board members to participate in solicitation and other income development activities.

2. Encourage and support board committees responsible for planning and implementing development activities.

Resource Development

1. Contribute to attaining financial support:

• Plan creative events that facilitate solicitation of donations from target audiences
• Identify and recruit corporate sponsors to underwrite event expenses or to donate gifts, cash or in-kind services to minimize expenses.

Resource Management

1. Manage administrative and operational systems to:

• track expenses involved in implementing all special events;
• record all direct and indirect revenues realized by events;
• recognize contributions with acknowledgment letters.

2. Participate in the development, implementation and monitoring of the Club’s annual budget, controlling expenditures within budget and maintaining donor and financial records in accordance with standards.

Partnership Development

1. Develop strategic alliances with community leaders and local officials. Develop collaborative

partnerships with other youth serving organizations, members, parents, families, funders and community organizations.

Program and Service Management

1. Ensure effective program implementation and administration, making sure all event and related logistics and support activities are carried out as scheduled.

2. Evaluate success of special events, as determined by appropriate measures such as attendance, revenues generated, public relations activity, enrollment in Club programs, etc.

Marketing and Public Relations

1. Increase visibility of Club programs, services and activities by informing all media contacts and target audiences of scheduled special events. Prepare and distribute press releases, community bulletins and newsletter articles regarding events and outcomes.

2. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required or as assigned.

RELATIONSHIPS:

Internal: Maintain oral and written contact with the Chief Executive Officer, Board of Directors, staff peers, and volunteers for the purpose of exchange of information, to provide progress reports regarding activities and planned programs, and to coordinate events. Maintain close, daily contact with Club management to exchange information, seek and give assistance, consultation and direction. Maintains contact with financial staff and support staff. Maintains verbal and written contact with volunteers and volunteer committees.

External: Maintain contact with community and corporate leaders, media contacts, schools, parents and local residents to encourage participation in scheduled special events and provide information regarding club activities and needs.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of two years’ work experience in a Boys or Girls Club or similar not-for-profit organization with an emphasis on special events planning and implementation, marketing, project management, budgeting, community and public relations.
• Considerable knowledge of fund-raising techniques, and sources of funding for nonprofit agencies and organizations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of general bookkeeping principles to track expenses and revenues.
• Knowledge of the mission, objectives, policies, programs and procedures and of the principles and practices of non-profit organizations, youth development services preferred.
• Ability to organize and coordinate fund-raising operations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Club staff, Board members, volunteers, community groups, and other related agencies.
• Knowledge of accessing and managing donor data base.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Please evaluate and describe any physical skills, abilities or working conditions that are required to perform the essential duties of this position, as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DISCLAIMER:

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification. It is not designed to contain, nor to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

This Job Is:

• A “Fair Chance” job (you or the employer follow Fair Chance hiring practices when performing background checks)
• A good fit for applicants with gaps in their resume, or who have been out of the workforce for the past 6 months or more
• A job for which all ages, including older job seekers, are encouraged to apply
• Open to applicants who do not have a college diploma

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $43,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Management Experience: 1 year (Preferred)
• Leadership Experience: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person