Development Director

Development Director United Against Poverty - 4.2 Orlando, FL Job Details Full-time $80,000 - $85,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Event coordination Writing skills Research Microsoft Office Databases Team development Sponsorships Bachelor's degree Team management Fundraising event program management Fundraising Organizational skills Productivity software Senior leadership Full Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Are you ready to start a career with an organization dedicated to lifting lives out of poverty throughout the State of Florida? At United Against Poverty, we care deeply about the communities we serve and believe that poverty is not permanent; and that people are not defined by their current circumstances. Our member grocery and other supportive programs ensure our community members have access to the resources, crisis care, case management, food and household subsidies and transformative education necessary to stabilize their current situations and permanently improve their lives for the future.

POSITION SUMMARY

United Against Poverty is a rapidly growing, fast-paced nonprofit organization with a unique approach to breaking the cycle of poverty through empowerment. Our purpose is to inspire and empower those living in poverty to lift themselves and their families to economic self-sufficiency. To help us deliver on this mission, we are seeking a talented Development Director to join our team! The Development Director creates and leads all elements of philanthropy and fundraising, along with all promotional aspects and avenues for the organization. This senior management position is directly responsible for achieving all fundraising and financial objectives; and managing the overall performance of the entire Development team.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Overseeing major gifts, special events, grants, corporate sponsorship, direct mail, and board giving to meet and exceed the annual fund goal established by the organization's leadership team.
• Engaging and soliciting annual gifts from approximately 150 top-tier donors by proactively identifying, researching, qualifying, cultivating relationships, and stewarding these very important donors.
• Following the moves management system to strategize and record all contacts to ensure positive and purposeful donor relations efforts.
• Collaborating with the Executive Director and Community Advisory Board regarding prospective fundraising activities.
• Leading campaigns that secure the resources necessary to expand our facilities and programs.
• Hosting regular speaking engagements to build awareness about the mission of United Against Poverty with civic clubs and community groups.
• Providing leadership in developing organizational, programs, fundraising and financial plans with the local Community Advisory Board and staff, while carrying out plans and policies authorized by the corporate office.
• Preparing statistical and narrative reports; entering and retrieving data in the donor management system; maintaining appropriate records; utilizing databases; and maintaining accurate notes.
• Establishing effective working relationships and cooperative arrangements with community groups and organizations.
• Planning, coordinating, and implementing strategies to attract, develop and retain donors and fundraising volunteers to support the organization and meet the Development Department fundraising goals.
• In conjunction with the regional Marketing staff and internal Development staff, outside vendors and other agencies as needed: initiate, develop, coordinate, implement and distribute annual reports, marketing, advertising, public relations, media strategies and campaigns and facilitation of all internet and social media avenues to promote the organization.
• Directing weekly staff development and monthly Development Committee meetings and providing marketing, media, and donor activity reports.
• Developing and administering the Development Department's annual operating budgets.
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, maintaining accountability standards to donors and assure compliance with the code of ethics, principles, and standards of professional conduct.
• Assisting with all other ad-hoc department projects as needed.

ESSENTIALS THAT WILL MAKE YOU SUCCESSFUL

• Exceptional written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead a team to accomplish Development goals.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Competency with database systems, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Positive attitude even in the face of adversity.
• Demonstrated ability to secure donor funds and manage large numbers of donor relationships effectively.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required. CFRE preferred.
• 5-7 years of progressive experience in successful fundraising, community relations, and planning and executing high-profile fundraising events including securing sponsorships, stewardship, and retention of donors.

PHYSICAL WORK REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to sit, stand and move for long periods of time and frequently throughout the day. Will be exposed to members of the general public on a regular basis. Frequent travel may be required.

SALARY:

Starting at $60,000 (commensurate with experience)

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

THE

ABOVE JOB DESCRIPTION IS MEANT TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK BEING PERFORMED AND IS NOT INTENDED TO BE CONSTRUED AS AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND SKILLS REQUIRED FOR THE POSITION. ALL JOB REQUIREMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO POSSIBLE MODIFICATION TO REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES. THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION. EMPLOYEES WILL BE REQUIRED TO FOLLOW ALL JOB-RELATED DIRECTIVES REGARDLESS OF WHETHER OR NOT THEY ARE SPECIFICALLY OUTLINED IN THIS JOB DESCRIPTION PROVIDED THEY ARE IN COMPLIANCE WITH FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL LAWS. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

United Against Poverty provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Experience:

Fundraising:

2 years (Preferred)

Microsoft Office:

2 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person