Director of Development

Opportunity Resource Fund seeks a Director of Development to lead fundraising efforts, focusing on securing $2.5–$5 million annually from foundations, corporations, and government agencies. This is a mid-level leadership role designed for a development professional with 5–7 years of experience who is ready to step into a larger leadership position. The Director will focus on cultivating and stewarding funders, leading grant writing, and strengthening Opp Fund's fundraising systems. The position will work closely with the President & CEO and Executive Leadership to expand Opp Fund's reach and ensure financial sustainability.

About Opportunity Resource Fund -

Mission & Vision : Opportunity Resource Fund is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing loans and technical support to create equitable, economic, and sustainable opportunities throughout Michigan – one person, one job, one home at a time. We envision homes providing shelter for generations of families; successful small businesses creating jobs; and vibrant community facilities.

Core Values :

Integrity-Ethics-Justice - we treat everyone fairly, respectfully, and honestly and have the courage to do what is right.

Diversity - we respect, support and value all people, ideas, and backgrounds.

Innovative Excellence - we do things differently without fear while striving for exceptional results to exceed expectations.

Community Commitment - we are engaged as a team working to benefit Michigan's communities.

Position Summary : The Director of Development supports Opportunity Resource Fund's mission by ensuring all of OppFund's goals for fundraising and investor relationships are met. The Director of Development is responsible for cultivating and stewarding funders, leading grant writing, and strengthening Opp Fund's fundraising systems in a manner consistent with OppFund's mission. The position will work closely with the President & CEO and Executive Leadership to expand Opp Fund's reach and ensure financial sustainability.

Compensation & Benefits : $90,000 - $140,000 Full-time, Salary, Exempt

Company-paid training, health insurance (including vision and dental), and 403(b) account. Work / life balance with paid time off and generous paid holiday schedule.

Education : Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Community Development, Urban Planning, Public Relations, or a related field is required . Master's degree is preferred.

Experience : Strong grant writing and proposal development skills, with experience managing a portfolio of funders. Familiarity with community development, affordable housing, or financial services; direct CDFI experience is highly desirable. Experience with federal grant opportunities (e.g., CDFI Fund) preferred; willingness to learn and grow in this area required. Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and develop high-performing teams. Minimum of five (5) years previous experience working in a nonprofit development or fundraising role with demonstrated success in securing grants from foundations, corporations, and / or government agencies.

Other Requirements : Experience in developing and successfully implementing strategic fundraising and development plans. Demonstrates ability to build and foster relationships. Knowledge of the communities OppFund serves and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Demonstrates a high level of follow through, is detail oriented, thorough, inquisitive, confident, organized, and results driven. Technologically savvy with advanced computer skills, including proficiency in all Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, SharePoint, PPT, Teams), database programs, Internet, and various cloud-based systems. Must have valid driver license and reliable transportation to travel to locations throughout the region. See full job description for additional position information.

First-Year Goals : Raise at least $2.5 million in unrestricted and programmatic grant funding through renewals and new funding. Submit 8–10 competitive proposals, including at least one federal or state-level application (with leadership support). Establish relationships with 3–5 new foundation or corporate funders. Develop a streamlined grants management and reporting system to improve efficiency and accountability. Develop and execute an investor strategy with a relationship model that includes 100% in person or virtual meeting with investor that have >

$50,000. Retention of 85% of institutional investors notes. Develop a robust stewardship program for existing funding partners.

Primary Work Location : Hybrid / Remote with regular onsite attendance in all OppFund offices as needed. Regular travel throughout Michigan is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity & ADA Compliance : Opportunity Resource Fund provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, arrest record (and all other protected classes in the State of Michigan or as provided by Federal Law). Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training. To ensure equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, Opportunity Resource Fund will make reasonable accommodations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified individual, unless undue hardship on the operation of the business would result.

Must pass a comprehensive Background Check.