Our client is a robust non -profit with several program divisions supporting communities throughout NYC. They are looking for a Development Director to join their team and enhance donor relationships to increase private funding.
This individual will be responsible for managing a team and developing internal and external relationships regarding donor involvement.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate exemplary communication skills and a passion for community outreach.
Responsibilities :
- Manage Development staff (Associate Director & Database Manager) and work in close partnership with Communications Team (Director & Website / Social Media Manager).
- Responsible for the qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors with five- and six-figure capacity including multi-year commitments
- Plan and schedule donor visits to show program impact firsthand
- Be an effective steward; communicate with, educate, inspire and celebrate donors to give consistently and more
- Respond promptly and appropriately to all major donor inquiries and build authentic relationships with donors
- Develop and implement quarterly / semi-annual personalized letters to major donors and track phone follow up and creation of authentic relationships with funders.
Note all communications in database for moves management
- Create list of corporate partner prospects; develop and implement 12-month outreach plan to include volunteer opportunities for engagement, and request for corporate event sponsorship & grants
- Research, develop and implement Planned Giving campaign
- Manage Junior Board engagement in partnership with the Associate Director of Development
- Organize events with goal of increasing network of relationships & fundraising
- Lead preparation and implementation of annual gala including honoree / sponsor research, outreach and projections
- In partnership with the SVP, manage relationships with Board, Senior Staff and Honorees and direct and oversee Associate Director and Database Manager on all event related activities
- Provide monthly report on portfolio activity and progress; assist in projecting and tracking multi-year gift solicitations
Qualifications :
- 10 years’ experience in development and fundraising
- Strong understanding of fundraising principles, strategies and trends in the non-profit sector
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with high-level donors including corporate partners
- Exceptional communication skills (verbal and written) and show progressive leadership experience and skills
- Able to build authentic relationships with partners, funders, supporters, and team members
- Must show strong team building and collaboration skills and talent / passion to take fundraising to the next level
- Ability to plan and launch new projects and processes
Desired Skills :
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent
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