A Director of Training and Development is responsible for managing all staff training and professional development programs for an employer or organization. Decides the training requirements of the organization and designs training programs that address staff needs. May also be partially responsible for determining the strategic goals of the organization. Supervises training managers and training staff and evaluates training impact.
Job Summary We are seeking an energetic and strategic Major Gifts Director to lead our organization's efforts in cultivating, securing, and stewarding transformative philanthropic contributions. This pivotal role plans, develops, and manages the Major Gifts within the Development Department. The Director of Major Gifts is a part of the Development Team for the Sarasota County Area Command with specific responsibilities in coordination with the Director of Development for the oversight and/or coordination of major funding particularly from individuals within Sarasota County; provides oversight and/or coordination for requests for major individual funding appropriate to The Salvation Army, seeking out new funding opportunities for Army programs around the command; works directly with the Director of Development and team to develop comprehensive development plans that include the cultivation of major gift resources, multi-year commitment funds and other strategic support in order to position The Salvation Army to undertake significant capital/endowment campaigns as necessary.
Duties:
Plans, develops, coordinates, and evaluates an aggressive Major Gifts Program for the location. Plans, develops, coordinates, and evaluates programs for all levels of monetary and in-kind donations for the location. Identifies, cultivates, solicits and stewards major gift prospects, using moves management concepts and tools. Develops a "Donor Portfolio" of about 150 donors and potential donors. All donor information and cultivation activities are kept, reported and analyzed through InterChange. Collaborates with Development Team to prepare solicitation materials as needed for individual, corporate and/or foundation prospects. Accompanies Advisory Board, Area Commander, Operations Program Director, Corps Officer, or Development Director as needed in support of visits with prospects for the command; updates and maintains contact reports on a timely basis. Maintains an effective working relationship with the Regional Planned Giving/Resource Development Staff by and sharing information that may enhance the overall effectiveness and efficiency of the area command fundraising efforts. Serves as a resource for donors or staff members regarding donor giving, including handling special projects relating to gifts and stewardship, such as special correspondence, historical fund reports, testimonials, or other donor relations pieces. With guidance from Director of Development, leads the coordination of major donor recognition programs for the area command. Coordinates with assigned staff the fundraising and donor recognition efforts; ensures the recognition efforts effectively enhance donor relationships. Attends national fund-raising conferences and training sessions as approved by the Area Commander; maintains an up-to-date knowledge and awareness of fund-raising practices and legislation in relation to fund raising and taxation. Provides overall support, information, and documentation for capital campaigns conducted by outside consultants. Aids in the supervision in the follow-up phase of capital campaigns including those directed by outside counsel, and the completion of campaign pledge gifts. Develops and directs or assists in additional fund-raising projects as requested by the Area Commander, Operations Program Director, and the Director of Development. Cooperate in all areas of mutual assistance as requested by or through the Director of Development. Assists in planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating a variety of development strategies as part of the development team to achieve short-range and long-range goals of the department and the area command. Attends meetings and other community involvements as assigned, which are pertinent to the promotion and support of The Salvation Army and enhancing its development programs and projects; performs public speaking to promote awareness and support of Salvation Army programs. Assists the Director of Development with planning, coordination, and execution of events. Join us in making a meaningful impact by leveraging your fundraising expertise to build lasting relationships that support our mission!
Minimum Qualifications Required:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, and 5 years fundraising experience, preferably with a nonprofit. Or Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Valid Drivers license
Pay:
$80,538.00 per year
Benefits:
403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance
