Development Director

Development Director Moorhead, MN Job Details Full-time $62,000 a year 6 days ago Qualifications Resource allocation Project reporting Community engagement Fiscal management Event coordination Major gifts Mid-level Databases Sponsorships Bachelor's degree Fundraising event program management Prospecting Budgeting Productivity software Leadership Communication skills Donor and alumni database management Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Summary/Objective The Development Director will oversee the Churches United's fundraising strategies and initiatives, working closely with the executive team and board members to secure financial support and build lasting relationships with donors and faith communities. Engage with the larger community to dismantle stereotypes and advocate for our neighbors who are experiencing hunger, poverty and/or homelessness. This role requires a strategic thinker with excellent leadership and communication skills. Essential Functions Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Cultivate and maintain relationships with key donors, sponsors, and stakeholders to ensure ongoing financial support and engagement. Share the Churches United story with faith community leaders and faith communities. Regularly present reports on fundraising progress, budgets, and expenditures to the board and executive team. Plan and execute fundraising events and campaigns to generate financial support for the organization. Create and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan that includes major gifts, corporate sponsorships, grants, and special events. Create and implement strategies for increasing attendance at meetings and events. Identify prospective donors within member faith communities. Articulate the organization's program, goals, budgets, and volunteer and giving opportunities. Ensure Development financial resources are allocated effectively. Work with other departments to integrate fundraising strategies and ensure alignment with the Churches United's mission. Work with the Churches United team by sharing our story through community events, speaking engagements, publications, and CU special events. Assist the Leadership Team in other areas as needed. Competencies Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to plan and manage development projects effectively. Integrity and ethics beyond reproach Demonstrated resourcefulness and good judgment Vigilant attention to details Ability to analyze donor capacity and solicit monetary donations Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and familiar with donor database software Sensitivity to individual/family struggles with homelessness and hunger, poverty, substance abuse, mental illness, and other hardships Values diversity of thought, backgrounds, and perspectives Connection to Churches United mission and core values Work Environment This position typically operates in an office setting, with some travel required for events and donor meetings. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers. Flexibility in work hours may be necessary to accommodate fundraising events and donor engagements. Travel Some travel within the FM Community and near region is required. Physical Demands This is largely a sedentary role. Special events may require moving of tables and chairs, lifting and unpacking supplies, etc. This requires the ability to lift 20 pounds and bend or stand, as necessary. Education and Experience Four-year degree from a college or proven experience as a Development Director or in a similar fundraising role, with a track record of successful fundraising initiatives. EEO Statement This is to affirm Churches United policy of providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, directives and regulations of federal, state, and local governing bodies or agencies. Our organization will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, familial status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status regarding public assistance. We will take affirmative steps to ensure that all our company's employment practices are free of discrimination. Such employment practices include, but are not limited to, the following: hiring, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, selection, layoff, disciplinary action, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship. We will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities whenever possible. Churches United for the Homeless expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Churches United for the Homeless employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. Other Duties This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change as assigned or required.