Development Director

Job Title : Development Director

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

Location : Flagstaff Family Food Center Flagstaff, Arizona

Position Type : Full-time

Salary : $68,000-$72,000

Job Description :

Working in close coordination with the President & CEO, this position supports comprehensive fund development based on the organization’s strategic goals.

A successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to translate ideas into action through planning, organizing, and implementing fundraising activities.

They will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and have the skills to participate in high-level individual and institutional donor relationship management.

The Development Director will be responsible for fostering a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization, ensuring that fundraising is appreciated and recognized as essential to fulfilling the mission.

The ideal candidate will embody the organization's values of teamwork, humility, dedication to the mission, and selflessness.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage internal and outsourced aspects of grant writing, management, and reporting
• Develop and execute donor recruitment and retention strategies
• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors and stakeholders
• Plan and manage fundraising events
• Lead the organization’s communications strategy
• Identify and pursue new fundraising opportunities

Minimum Qualifications :

• 5+ yrs of proven experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, & grant management
• Proven ability to secure major gifts of $25,000 or more
• Federal grant application and management experience
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities

Preferred Qualifications :

• Experience with donor relations and event management
• Understanding of foodbanking, food systems, and social services

Working Conditions :

• Hours may vary (typical work week 40 hours)
• Open concept workspace, with private working stations available
• Work with equipment such as phones, computers, copiers, and other office equipment

Benefits :

• Competitive salary
• Work From Home (Up to two days per week)
• Health Insurance, 100% paid premium for employee
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• 401K NEC Retirement Plan
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• $100,000 Life Insurance
• $1,000 Emergency Loan Program
• $400 Annual Professional Development Stipend
• $100 Phone Stipend
• $30 Health & Wellness Stipend
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community

How to Apply :

Email : [email protected]

Please include a resume and a cover letter stating what you can bring to the organization and why you are interested in working at the Food Center.

The position will be posted until someone is hired.

The first review of applications : November 8, 2024.

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