Development Director

Job Summary

The Development Director will be responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program for Homefull that includes major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, planned giving and special events. The Development Director will create strategies to achieve goals and execute plans accordingly to build financial stability and to grow the Homefull brand to the broader community. The Development Director will work with the Chief Executive Officer and other administrators to meet the organization’s annual financial goals.

Summary of Essential Job Functions

This person will work to promote Homefull’s image to the external community, its internal staff and its clients. They will also work to generate the revenue and non-financial support needed to meet the annual and strategic goals of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet the organization’s annual revenue goals.
• Identify and cultivate major gift prospects, as well as corporate and foundation donors.
• Research and identify potential donors and sponsors and implement strategies to foster positive relationships.
• Plan and execute special events that engage donors and raise funds for the organization.
• Develop and execute effective donor communications and marketing materials.
• Work closely with the CEO to develop fundraising strategies and goals.
• Monitor and analyze fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjust strategies as needed.
• Manage and oversee Homefull’s donor database and responsible for data entry and gift processing.

Other Duties:

• Represent Homefull in a professional manner at work, at all events, and on all social media outlets.
• In partnership with administration, staff, volunteers, and the board, work toward Homefull goals.
• Be willing to work a flexible schedule, including non-traditional hours as needed.
• Develop strategies to engage potential donors, volunteers or staff.
• Complete other goals as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, public relations, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of successful experience in nonprofit fundraising, and or sales with a proven track record of achievement 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.
• Flexibility and ability to work evenings and weekends when needed.
• Experience with fundraising software and donor databases.
• A deep commitment to the mission and values of our organization.

Abilities Required

Superb oral and written communications skills, knowledge of social media and electronic marketing trends, budgeting experience, computer skills including Word, Excel, and Power Point.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.