Development Director Everheld Connect With a Wish is a nonprofit organization benefiting local youth in foster care. We are currently hiring for a Development Director to spearhead development efforts to support our growing organization.

Development Director Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan to meet fundraising goals.
• Manage and increase the portfolio of donors.
• Prepare and present regular reports on progress towards fundraising goals.
• Plan and execute special events.
• Manage grant writing and identification of new grant opportunities.
• Generate donor communications, newsletters, and annual reports.
• Assist in creation of print, digital and social media content.
• Network and maintain regular correspondence with donors.
• Identify prospects for major gifts and solicit these donors for support.
• Ensure accurate gift reporting and tracking of monetary donations.
• Ensure appropriate donor recognition and stewardship in a timely manner.
• Enter and maintain accurate records in the Everheld database system.

Director of Development is a full time, $55,000 salary position. This position will allow for a hybrid work schedule, with a typical workweek including three in-office days and two remote days. Bonus opportunities are available for meeting revenue goals. Paid Time Off and unpaid days off are available as well as holiday pay. Professional development opportunities available based upon budget. Health Insurance is not available to this position.

Development Director Qualifications/Skills:

• Applied understanding of basic fundraising principles and development best practices
• Strong prospect identification and qualification skills
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading ability
• Strong interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills
• Database and spreadsheet proficiency
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel,) and Google products.
• Experience with online fundraising, email marketing, and internet research

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• Grant writing and Development experience necessary
• Previous management experience a plus
• Proven track record of meeting fundraising goals and securing major gifts Email your cover letter and resumè as attachments to Joy Rios (Founder/President of Everheld at joy@everheldva.

org with the position title in the subject line. Three professional references required. Position open until filled.

Pay:

$26.44 per hour

Benefits:

Paid time off

Work Location:

In person