Research and Development Director directs and implements an organization's research and development policies, objectives, and initiatives. Ensures research and development activities will maintain an organization's competitive position and profitability. Being a Research and Development Director consults with top management and research and development team and makes recommendations based on research findings and product performance. May require an advanced degree. Additionally, Research and Development Director typically reports to top management. The Research and Development Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Research and Development Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Title: Director of Development
Reports to: Vice-President of Development and Communications
Location: San Francisco, CA. This is a hybrid position, and candidates must be able to work in our San Francisco office 3 days per week.
Compensation: $125,000 to $135,000
Apply here: https://medasf.bamboohr.com/careers/173
AGENCY OVERVIEW
Mission Economic Development Agency (MEDA) - Rooted in the Mission and focused on San Francisco, MEDA’s mission is to strengthen low- and moderate-income Latino families by promoting economic equity and social justice through asset building and community development.
MEDA is advancing strategies to create asset-building opportunities for San Francisco’s Latino families and in the Mission District through: (1) our core, integrated Asset Building Programs in housing, financial capability, workforce development, and tax preparation; (2) serving as a backbone agency to advance educational achievement and family economic success through the Mission Promise Neighborhood 2-generation approach; (3) creating and preserving affordable housing and commercial real estate in the Mission District through Community Real Estate; (4) providing access to capital and business technical assistance through MEDA’s CDFI, Fondo Adelante; (5) Policy & Advocacy efforts that support our mission; and (6) Sharing the Model through providing technical assistance on successful MEDA programs to local and national partners.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Director of Development is part of an eight-member Development and Communications team. The Director of Development will work with the Vice President of Development and Communications to plan, implement, and coordinate effective strategies for fundraising and fund development for MEDA. The Director of Development directs the work of a 4 FTE Development Team and is responsible for managing the full range of fund development activities and development operations for the organization. Fundraising activities include research, grant writing, and relationship cultivation with public agencies, private foundations, and corporations; collaborative fundraising planning and implementation with MEDA’s local and national partners; and major donor cultivation. Additionally, the Development Team helps coordinate and implement MEDA’s key stakeholder and fundraising events, which include the annual gala with revenue-enhancement strategies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Planning and Implementation
Administration and Leadership
Events Management
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
BENEFITS
MEDA offers a competitive benefits package, including 100% covered medical insurance for employees and their families, medical, vision, retirement savings plan, 4 weeks of paid time off earned in the first year, paid holidays, and a robust professional development program. We pride ourselves in having a family-friendly work environment, promoting work-life balance, and spending time as a team through retreats and “fun days” to help us better serve our community.
TO APPLY: Click on the above link and complete the application, including your resume and cover letter.
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