Development Director manages an organization's fundraising strategies, campaigns, capital development initiatives, and operations to support the overall organizational development and revenue objectives. Implements donor stewardship programs to identify, develop, retain, and nurture a portfolio of individual and institutional donors. Being a Development Director works to develop potential corporate or governmental partnerships and grant funding opportunities. Creates collaborative coordination between staff and internal stakeholders to plan events and communications to increase donor engagement. Additionally, Development Director uses technology to manage and monitor donor information and produce data-driven measurement and reporting of the progress of fundraising goals. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Development Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Development Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
We are seeking an experienced development and communications professional who is collaborative and energetic with a passion for cultivating relationships and creative storytelling! Join our team and take our fundraising, communications, marketing, and event management to new heights to advance the Laguna de Santa Rosa Foundation’s impact through expansion, growth, and long-term sustainability. The Director of Development will collaborate with staff, board, and volunteers to develop and execute results-oriented strategies to attract donors, partners, program participants, and community supporters, and build greater awareness for our mission throughout the 254-square-mile Laguna de Santa Rosa watershed and beyond.
Key Accountabilities
The information in this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Education, Skills, and Experience
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and desired elements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability necessary to fulfill the primary duties and responsibilities. Note that experience includes lived experience, traditional knowledge, volunteer experience, school or coursework, work experience, and other related qualifications, skills and experience.
Desired Education, Skills, and Experience
Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time salaried position of 40 hours a week, with eligibility for a flexible work schedule and a hybrid office/remote workplace arrangement. This position is not eligible for a full-remote schedule, and some hours in the office each week are expected. Days and hours of work for full-time employees are generally 8 hours a day on Monday through Friday with flexible scheduling between 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.
Travel
Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some projects may require out-of-the-area and overnight travel.
Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear; frequently required to sit and use hands; occasionally required to reach with hands and arms; must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus; physical demands include writing/typing, use of computer and paper files, answering phones, attending meetings.
Organizational Mindset/Values
The successful candidate will be a dynamic person, possess integrity, be flexible, and be a creative team player. They will be driven by a passion for the sustainability of our natural environment and action-oriented change. They will thrive in situations where multiple and diverse demands are involved, adjust to changes in a growing organization, and be comfortable working in a team-oriented culture with an evolving non-profit fundraising environment. They will be a strong connector and build relationships with our stakeholders and seek out new opportunities to connect with our community. They will be highly organized, detail-oriented, self-directed, and resourceful with the ability to take initiative and follow-through on independent projects. They will demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice through continuous learning, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $83,000.00 - $93,000.00 per year
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