Job Description
Job Description
The Director of Development is responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program that includes grant-writing, major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, planned giving, and special events.
The Director of Development reports directly to the Agency Director and works closely with the OBK Board of Directors to develop fundraising goals and strategies, and will manage a team of volunteers.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet the organization’s annual revenue goals
- Manage and lead a team of volunteers, providing guidance, training, and support as needed
- Develop and execute effective donor communications and marketing materials
- Work closely with the OBK Board of Directors and Agency Director to develop fundraising strategies and goals
- Be able to help develop and implement a capital campaign for a new building
- Monitor and analyze fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjust strategies as needed
- Write grant proposals
- Work with the Agency Director to properly document grant expenditures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in nonprofit management, business administration, marketing or a related field
- Minimum of 5 years experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record of success in major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, and special events
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling donor communications and marketing materials
- Strong leadership and management skills, with experience managing a team of fundraising professionals
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, Board members, and volunteers
- Experience with fundraising software and donor databases
- A deep commitment to the mission and values of OBK
- Candidates who have lived experience with criminal justice, or have family experiences with jail or prison, are encouraged to apply!
- Must be able and willing to work on site in East St Louis, IL
To Apply :
Email resume and cover letter to Kirsten Peterson, Agency Director at [email protected]
Job position is open until a qualified candidate accepts the position.
Company Description
Our Brothers' Keepers of Southern Illinois is a small nonprofit in East St Louis IL. We are a reentry agency that helps men and women reclaim their lives after completing a prison sentence.
We believe all people are deserving of dignity, respect and another chance to do things right. We are open M-F 8-2 but this position will require flex schedule involving some weekend and evening work.
Company Description
Our Brothers' Keepers of Southern Illinois is a small nonprofit in East St Louis IL. We are a reentry agency that helps men and women reclaim their lives after completing a prison sentence.
We believe all people are deserving of dignity, respect and another chance to do things right. We are open M-F 8-2 but this position will require flex schedule involving some weekend and evening work.