Director of Philanthropy / Development Position Available In Polk, Florida

Director of Philanthropy / Development SPCA Florida – 2.6 Lakeland, FL Job Details $80,000 – $90,000 a year 2 days ago Benefits Paid holidays Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Qualifications Bachelor of Science Master’s degree Bachelor’s degree Fundraising Business Administration Budgeting Senior level Business Full Job Description The Development Director will support the Executive Director with all aspects of fundraising, including annual appeals, donor research, donor development, cultivation, retention, database maintenance, and sponsor procurement. This role also involves overseeing grant writing, organizing events, and managing donor appreciation efforts from initiation to final reporting. The ideal candidate is a creative, self-motivated visionary leader with proven experience in meeting budget projections and building successful fundraising, marketing, and mission-driven campaigns. Trustworthiness, sincerity, and integrity are essential character traits for this position. The self-motivated candidate will become a key member and leader of our small but talented, mission-driven Marketing and Development Department. If you love animals, want to make a positive impact on their lives, and have a proven track record in non-profit fundraising, development, and grants, we encourage you to apply. We have a winning team and are looking for that special individual to join us. SPCA Florida is a 46-year-old, no-kill grassroots organization with outreach throughout Polk County. We maintain a full-service Medical Center for the public and an extensive hospital for shelter animals. We believe in and promote community outreach, and the Florida State Animal Resource Coalition (FL SARC) provides disaster response for the state of Florida. Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Collaborates with the Executive Director and the Marketing and Philanthropic department on fundraising goals and targets for proposals, appeals, campaigns, and events. Supports this effort with grant research, writing, and management. Identifies, develops, and implements strategies for the cultivation and stewardship of new, existing, and past donors and corporate sponsors. Works with the Executive Director, Medical Center, Adoption Center, and FL SARC leadership to develop and implement traditional and digital marketing plans providing maximum exposure for SPCA Florida’s marketing and philanthropic efforts. Collaborates and supports marketing and graphic design on all aspects of creative design for multiple projects and platforms, including newsletters, reports, brochures, signage, branding, websites, eblasts, ads, web banners, displays, presentations, videos, infographics, and more. Develops rapport with vendors/donors/sponsors through one-on-one interactions, exploring specific needs, and anticipating new opportunities. Provides logistical guidance and support for events and programs. Collaborates with key staff to conduct tours for mid and high-level donors. Maintains the integrity of donor management tracking and system maintenance, and reporting. Sustains philanthropic efforts via donor reporting and stewardship initiatives. Ensures the timely and accurate posting of donations and acknowledgments. Responsible for accomplishing business development activities to drive revenue and consumer appeal by researching and developing marketing opportunities and plans, implementing mission-driven sales plans, and managing and/or collaborating with staff.

Minimum Job Requirements:

A BS/MS degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field is required; a master’s degree in a related field is a plus. Minimum of 4 years of recent experience in fundraising, communications, and/or public relations with demonstrated success, preferably in the non-profit sector. SPCA Florida offers competitive wages and a stimulating work environment with ample opportunities for career growth. This position comes with an excellent benefits package, which includes paid time off, a 403(b) retirement plan, health, dental, and vision insurance, free life insurance, six paid holidays, and discounts on pet care. This position will include an end-of-year bonus based on a percentage of donations exceeding the Development budgeted amount. At SPCA Florida, we prioritize work-life balance in a supportive “yes” atmosphere. Moving expenses may be considered for out-of-state candidates. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, a non-smoking campus , and a Drug-Free Workplace.