Development Director

Development Director CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) of Southwest Missouri Springfield, MO Job Details Full-time From $65,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Phone communication Expense management Research Databases Bachelor's degree Special events Fundraising Communications Budgeting Productivity software Full Job Description The Development Director is responsible for designing and executing CASA of Southwest Missouri's comprehensive development strategies that align with our organization's mission through meaningful partnerships and donor stewardship. The Development Director works closely with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors in development and fundraising endeavors with the long-term goal of serving every child in foster care in Greene, Christian, and Taney Counties with the highest quality advocacy. The Development Director is a full-time position that reports to the Executive Director.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Development Strategies and Activities:

Create and implement the annual development plan with goals derived from established strategic plan and budgeted objectives. Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with donors, volunteers, community partners, and stakeholders through effective stewardship activities and communications. Oversee all aspects of fundraising activities including event planning, mail campaigns, and social media to maximize outreach. Generate new ideas that increase revenue and improve donor loyalty. Coordinate CASA of SWMO's special events, including leading committees, soliciting, and securing sponsorships, and more. Oversee the development budget and monitor expenses. Manage systems and software to track, cultivate, and steward donors and prospects. Assist the Executive Director in grant-development, including research, proposal writing, and reporting. Communicate fundraising goals throughout the organization and equip team members to reach them. Recruit, train, and support key volunteers to assist in development efforts. Serve as liaison to the Board Development Committee.

Marketing and Community Outreach:

Oversee CASA of SWMO publications to support fundraising activities, including digital and print communications, such as annual report, e-newsletter, and direct mailing. Make public appearances and accept speaking engagements to share information about CASA of SWMO with the community. Motivate community members to engage with CASA's mission.

• Prepare and post social media content.
• Maintain website and online communications.
• Provide supervision to the Communications Coordinator and other development team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience, preferably in marketing, communications, public relations, or other development related field.
• Three years of experience in development and database fundraising software.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe, and the ability to learn and use various database software.
• Experience and skills with persuasive communication in a variety of formats.
• Proven ability to work both independently and as a team member.
• Skilled at building relationships through in-person, phone, and email approaches.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills with attention to detail.
• Successfully complete criminal background check and child abuse background check.
• Commitment to CASA of SWMO's goals, mission, and values.
• Effectively multitask projects and stay organized.

Work Environment:

The job takes place in an office setting at the CASA of Southwest Missouri location. The employee may also travel between the office, other corporate offices, non-profit agencies, and event locations. This position works closely with the public and coworkers and must be able to intermingle in an open office setting. This position may be required to work outside during work/fundraising functions. Must be able to work weekends and evenings, as required. Flexibility in work schedule is provided. The most significant duties have been included in this description, acknowledging that other duties may be assigned/changed from time to time. The organization retains the right to modify this job description as needed from time to time to accurately reflect the duties of the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy:

It is the policy of CASA of Southwest Missouri that employment decisions shall be based on merit, qualifications, and competence. Employment practices shall not be influenced or unlawfully affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, military including veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic or class protected by law. This policy governs all aspects of recruitment, employment, training, promotion, transfer, demotion, compensation, assignment, termination, and other terms and conditions of employment. CASA of Southwest Missouri complies with applicable local, state, and federal laws. CASA of Southwest Missouri will not tolerate discrimination in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, military including veteran status, genetic information, or any other class protected by law. CASA of Southwest Missouri will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with perceived disabilities unless doing so would result in undue hardship to CASA of Southwest Missouri. Our company strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment by its employees, and non-employees, including visitors and volunteers who have contact with CASA of Southwest Missouri employees and children during work hours or at work functions.

Pay:

From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person