Development Director
Company: Philanthropy Northwest
Location: Federal Way
Posted on: March 11, 2023
Job Description:
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Development Director Hiring Organization Information Organization
Name: - Communities In Schools of Washington Website: -
http://ciswa.org City: - Federal Way, WA (Hybrid) State: - WA
Country: - United States Position Information Employment Type: -
Full time Experience Level: - Professional Salary Range: -
$100,000-$120,000 Job Category: - Development - Fundraising
Organizational Overview: - Title: -Development DirectorPosition
Status: -Exempt, Full Time; Occasional evening/weekends
requiredLocation: -Communities In Schools of Washington State
Office (Federal Way WA) or hybridReports to: -State
DirectorSupervises: -Development ManagerBenefits:
-Medical/Dental/Vision, Paid vacation and holidays, sick time, 403b
Retirement, Cell phone and mileage reimbursementCompensation:
-$100,000 - $120,000, depending on experienceCommunities In Schools
(CIS) of Washington is a small, but high-energy office that works
to support 15 local network affiliates (12 independent 501c3 and 3
emerging) across Washington in adherence to guidelines developed by
the CIS national office. The state office works to ensure that all
affiliates and their Board of Directors have the tools and capacity
to provide and sustain strong student programs and services in
their local communities as they work directly inside K-12 schools
supporting those students who have historically been furthest from
educational justice.Job Summary:The Development Director is
responsible for developing a multi-year strategy and supporting
annual plans that enable us to achieve our ambitious resource
development goals. In addition to cultivating and developing their
own resource development efforts, they will effectively leverage
board member efforts to meet the revenue goals of the state office
which are benchmarked and evaluated annually. This position reports
directly to the State Director and works closely with them to
develop the agency's short- and long-term strategies for
fundraising, providing leadership and expertise to help strengthen
fundraising capability and capacity of Washington's network of CIS
affiliate offices. The state office has a history of strong
operations and successful resource development, built upon a
culture of philanthropy supported by committed board members and
dedicated staff with the potential to grow the team.The
compensation for this position is $100,000 - $120,000 annually,
with a competitive benefits package including 100% company paid
medical/dental for the employee, 14 paid holidays and 15 days paid
vacation to start, sick time, and employer contributed retirement
after one year. The successful candidate will bring 7+ years of
relevant nonprofit resource development expertise (or a combination
of education and experience) to elevate this high performing
agency. Role Responsibilities: - Essential Functions:Resource
Development for State Office (70%)
- Develop and implement a comprehensive fund development plan to
meet strategic objectives and financial goals.
- Develop, retain and deepen corporate and foundation
relationships; coordinate event sponsorships and identify other
potential avenues of corporate support. -
- Collaborate with the Board Resource Development Committee Chair
to lead and support activities of the state board; inspire,
develop, and leverage board member talents and connections through
coaching and mentoring to maximize resource development support.
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- Implement, coordinate, and optimize an annual individual giving
program with customized cultivation plans and donor
stewardship.
- Lead and provide managerial oversight and support for the
Development Manager; support the annual grants calendar and client
relationship management database to achieve agency objectives and
legal requirements.
- Oversee the development and implementation of the agency's
communications plan, centering student voice and ethical
storytelling practices. Ensure the creation and distribution of
communications in support of the agency's goals.
- Oversee the development and implementation of friend-raising
and fundraising events in alignment with the resource development
plan.
- Coordinate our annual fundraising spring fundraiser gala, which
generates an average income of $350,000 (the majority from
corporate sponsorships). Secure contracted support and collaborate
with board, staff, volunteers, and sponsors to meet established
goals.
- Actively contribute to a culture of teamwork and
community-centric fundraising with the state office and affiliate
network.
- Ensure resource development strategy is coordinated with
legislative and advocacy goals and initiatives.
- Represent Washington in national CIS initiatives and
partnerships.
- Other duties as assigned.Resource Development and Capacity
Building for Statewide Affiliate Network (30%)
- Provide guidance, consulting, and leadership to Washington CIS
affiliate executive directors, boards, and resource development
professionals to strengthen fundraising skills and capacity within
their local communities. -
- Assist in capacity building and development support for three
emerging affiliates as they work towards incorporating as
independent 501c3 organizations.
- Develop and lead collaborative fundraising strategies through
an affiliate network Resource Development committee;
- Convene affiliate resource development staff and facilitate
learning communities, best practice sharing, continuous learning,
and professional development.
- Demonstrate leadership and partnership in alignment with the
state office values and belief in local empowerment. -
- Stay on top of fundraising trends in the nonprofit and local
community. Candidate Qualifications: - Job Qualifications:Education
& Experience:
- Minimum of 7 years fundraising experience for nonprofits and/or
community organizations with increasing responsibilities; OR, a
combination of experience and education (communications, public
relations, or other related field preferred).
- Experience with a federated organization a plus.
- CFRE certification a plus.
- Experience with professional mentoring, leading or facilitating
peer learning communities, and hosting professional development
trainings a plus.
- Development and implementation of a successful resource
development plan with a range of clearly defined fund development
strategies.
- Use and management of a client relationship database for donor
cultivation and stewardship.
- Direct engagement with Board members to cultivate prospective
supporters and evidence of successful solicitation of gifts $5,000
or higher.
- Supervision and oversight of staff to support agency
goals.
- Public speaking and presentations for small to mid-sized
audiences.Demonstrated Skills:
- Exceptional relationship skills to secure donors and partners
and foster teamwork.
- Strong leadership qualities to motivate staff, network leaders
and board members.
- Highly collaborative, multi-tasker with a solution focus.
- Competency with computer software including Microsoft Office
Suite and client relationship manager database.
- Comfort in dealing with a variety of personalities, positions
and skill levels.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects;
efficient, detail and process oriented.
- Excellent written, oral, presentation, and professional
skills.Other Requirements:
- Ability to work evening and weekends as needed.
- Access to reliable transportation and ability to travel to meet
with donors and affiliate leaders across Washington State in
various settings. Attachments: - Attachment Size Download pdf
316.39 KB How to Apply Application Deadline: - February 22, 2023
Application Instructions: - To Apply: Please submit a resume and
cover letter to Formstack. Applications will be accepted through
February 22, 2023.Equal Opportunity Employer: CISWA is an equal
opportunity employer. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and
promote regardless of age, creed, gender, religion, marital status,
veteran's status, national origin, disability, or sexual
orientation. We know our organization is successful due to the hard
work and dedication of our passionate employees. CISWA's dedication
to promoting diversity, multiculturalism and inclusion is clearly
reflected across our organization. Diversity is more than a
commitment; it is the foundation of what we do. We strongly
encourage women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and applicants from other
marginalized communities to apply. AddThis Sharing Buttons Share to
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