Development Director

Find out exactly what skills, experience, and qualifications you will need to succeed in this role before applying below.

The Development Director works closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to raise funds necessary to fulfill the mission of Habitat for Humanity Springfield.

This role solicits, cultivates, and nurtures financial support for the Organization with primary focus on areas of Individual Giving, Corporations, Civic Groups, and Faith Relations by broadening and strengthening relationships outside of the Organization.

This position serves as a member of the Leadership Team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Upholds the mission, vision, and values of HFHS, leading with integrity, a high level of excellence, a passion for the community and inspiration to better the lives of others.
• Plans, implements and manages the strategic plan for the Development Department; Creates the annual department budget and long-term strategic development and communications plans.
• Leads the growth, development, and successful execution of a comprehensive major gift program which includes, but not limited to funding of homes, Capital Campaign and other special funding of projects.
• Develop annual revenue goals; Diversify and increase organizational budget through a comprehensive development strategy to include foundation and individual donors (major donor, smaller-level donors, online, etc.

as well as other appropriate sources.

• Establishes and implements an annual calendar of fundraising and communications activities.
• Cultivates major donors by building relationships and establishing a pipeline of annual donors.
• Oversee and lead the development team, ensuring team members are actively supporting department financial goals.
• Partners with Executive Director, board members and volunteers to identify and cultivate significant donors to meet funding goals for HFHS.
• Directs the writing of funding proposals, direct mail letters, special event materials and other fundraising support documentation.
• Attend Board and committee meetings as requested.
• Be an Ambassador for Habitat’s mission by supporting our efforts to establish and maintain extraordinary relationships with donors and donor groups.
• Community outreach and attendance at various Habitat functions and / or events are required.
• Secure sponsors for fundraising events (Tool Belts and Bowties and other major events), specialty builds and corporate sponsored builds.
• Provide leadership to the Development team; oversight of all details of internal and external special events and the communication and marketing which supports it.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with all donors / donor groups, board members and staff.
• Maintain consistent personal contact with current donors, prospects and committee members, conducting at least 10 face to face visits per month.
• Personally maintain a donor portfolio consisting of at least 100 constituents.
• Work with the Executive Director to cultivate and secure major gifts, planned giving and major sponsors for Habitat.
• Oversee the Grants Officer’s research, development and submission of grant applications. Assist the Grants Officer to create and submit necessary grant reports.
• Oversee the development of third party events to produce additional revenue without major expenses or staff time.
• Works with the Finance Department to ensure accuracy in tracking and reconciliation.
• Oversees the stewardship, gift accounting and reporting functions, ensuring that all donors receive personal and timely acknowledgment of their gifts as identified in the stewardship plan.
• Oversees the management of donor databases.
• Ensure the incorporation of HFHS policies and procedures, mission and vision in all development / communications plans.
• Serve as a valuable member of the leadership team.
• Other duties may be assigned.

COMPANY BENEFITS

• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• 12 Holidays (includes employee’s birthday)
• Partially Paid Health Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (if enrolled in Health insurance)
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Simple IRA with up to 3% company match
• Remote work flexibility (hybrid position)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Detail-oriented, can effectively oversee a wide array of tasks, projects, and responsibilities.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, ever changing environment
• Demonstrate excellent oral communication, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and maintain accuracy.
• Ability to handle and defuse challenging situations with tact.
• Enjoy working with diverse backgrounds, age and skill levels.
• Enthusiastic, professional, positive, motivating, inspiring, mission driven personality.
• Training or experience in public relations, fund raising, or outside sales
• Operation of office equipment and knowledge of basic computer applications such as, Google Drive, Google Sheets, Asana, Slack, MS Office and donor databases.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with the public, co-workers, and board of directors.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, manage time effectively, and work with minimum of supervision.
• Committed to promoting a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and belonging culture.
• Strong self-starter with excellent prioritization and time management skills.
• Ability and willingness to be flexible in work hours and schedule to meet the needs of the organization.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 5+ years experience in sales, marketing, resource development, public relations, management, fundraising or board management;
• Demonstrating competency in comprehensive development program, community relations and communications / marketing.
• Knowledge of fundraising including development planning, annual giving and major gift cultivation and solicitation.
• Knowledge of communications planning, social media and public relations.
• Excellent interpersonal, management, verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of budget development, administration and staff management.
• Bachelor of Arts in Communications, Business or related field, MA in related field preferred
• CFRE preferred
• CNE & CNP preferred

PHYSICAL CONTEXT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to see, read documents, and use a computer
• Must be able to hear well enough to communicate with team members, partner homebuyers, volunteers, and the general public
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time
• Must be able to move about the work area, at job sites, and at community events
• Must be able to type and use equipment and electronic devices
• Must be able to occasionally climb, stoop, or kneel to file documents and remove supplies or other items from the storage room.

Apply at https : / / habitatsgf.bamboohr.com / careers .

ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FOLLOW APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE.

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