Director of Development
Job Description
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John 3:16 Mission
Staff Position & Description
Position: Director of Development and Communications
Employee Classification: Exempt
Department: Development
Reports To: CEO
Job Statement: Full-time position; Director of Development is responsible for establishing and implementing a development plan to raise funds necessary for agency operations and achieve engagement and outreach objectives through a broad range of fund development and communications strategies
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or related field
3 - 5 years progressive development experience including cultivation, solicitation, major giving, foundation, and corporate fundraising
Strong research skills and knowledge of fundraising information sources
Strong verbal and written communication skills; particularly strong writing/editing ability is required
Ability to cultivate meaningful relationships with a broad range of funders and supporters
Capacity to take initiative, build consensus, and to work effectively cross-departmentally
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks simultaneously and wok well on deadline
Ability to work independently without significant supervision
Experience in all Microsoft applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher
Enthusiasm for John 3:16 Mission vision and mission
Strong ability to self-manage with significant strength in time management
Stellar attention-to-detail and organization skills
Flexibility in work schedule; occasional evening and weekend hours
Must have a valid driver's license, personal transportation, and good driving record
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Responsibilities:
Director of Development will work with CEO, and oversee all fundraising initiatives including capital campaign, contributions, employee giving, all appeals, mission-focused fundraisers, planned giving, special events, and sponsorships
Work with the CEO, Board, and relevant staff to develop annual fundraising goals and create and implement a strategic development plan in coordination with agency objectives and goals
Manage development budget in consultation with Chief Financial Officer & CEO Conduct extensive research and report on prospective opportunities to approach foundations, corporations, and individual donors for funding of programs and specific projects and execute planned opportunities
Nurture and cultivate relationships with donors and prospects including recognition and other activities as appropriate
Responsible for execution and implementation of direct mail campaign including annual report with coordinating appeal and end-of-year campaigns
Develop and carry out a planned giving program, including cultivation of current donors and prospects to encourage gifts of assets through planned giving
Grow a major gifts program including identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major donors
Encourage internal (staff) culture of philanthropy
Implement, maintain, and manage strategic internal and external communication efforts with a focus on fund development to build and sustain agency engagement and outreach
Serve as agency representative for various public speaking engagements or engage appropriate staff and facilitate representation
Conduct on-site facility tours for community partners, funders, and Create and cultivate media relationships and serve as agency media coordinator
Maintain agency brand
Work with the CEO to coordinate the development, distribution, and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral including, but not limited to, newsletters, brochures, and website
Work effectively and persuasively with other staff members, training them as needed, and utilizing their knowledge and talent for content development and sharing
Oversee all aspects of website development and maintenance to optimize its effectiveness in reaching target audiences
In tandem with development staff, build and execute ongoing social media strategy to support organization goals
Director of Development will work with the development staff to communicate goals, objectives, and deadlines to the team; assesses individual and team performance, recruit and hire development team members as needed
Participate in professional associations and activities as necessary and appropriate
Work effectively with board and committees to achieve development objectives
Support all department fundraising events and campaigns
Serve as engaged and involved team member, supportive of the varied experiences and perspectives of internal and external constituents
Operates with the highest level of integrity and ensures compliance with generally accepted fundraising and development standards and guidelines
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life insurance, Paid time off, 401k matching 5%
Schedule: 8 hour shift Monday to Friday
Estimated Salary: $80,000 to $95,000 based on qualifications
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Evenings as needed
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Fundraising: 4 years (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Tulsa, OK 74127: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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