Director of Development

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Opportunity

Elevate Kids has just been established as a 501(c)(3) organization. This is a new volunteer position and will be an integral part of the start-up operations.

Job Purpose

The Director of Development creates and oversees the implementation of a strategic approach to fundraising which may include major gifts, corporate donations, grant solicitation, and in-kind resources.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Plan fund development activities

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to create a fund development plan which increases revenues to support the strategic direction of the organization
• Implement the fund development plans in accordance with ethical fundraising principles
• Monitor and evaluate all fundraising activities to ensure that the fundraising goals are being achieved
• Monitor trends in the community or region and adapt fundraising strategies as necessary

Organize fund development activities

• Develop and manage timelines for various fundraising activities to ensure strategic plans and critical fund raising processes are carried out in a timely manner
• Develop policies and procedures for the development department which reflect ethical fundraising practices
• Prepare and submit grant applications as outlined in the fund development plan to generate funds for the organization
• Oversee the planning and execution of special fundraising events as specified in the fund development plan to generate funds for the organization
• Identify and develop corporate, community and individual prospects for the organization's fundraising priorities
• Oversee the administration of a donor mailing list and database which respects the privacy and confidentiality of donor information
• Coordinate in-kind donations and make decisions regarding the issuing of receipts

Promote the organization

• Foster an understanding of philanthropy within the organization
• Develop a comprehensive communication plan to promote the organization to its donors and maximize public awareness of the fundraising activities of the organization
• Coordinate the design, printing and distribution of marketing and communication materials for development efforts
• Build relationships with community stakeholders to advance the mission and fundraising goals of the organization

Qualifications

Education

• A certificate in Fundraising Management is an asset

Knowledge, skills and abilities

• Knowledge of fundraising management
• Knowledge of federal and provincial legislation affecting charities
• Knowledge of special events planning and management
• Knowledge of the management of volunteer resources

Proficiency in the use of computer for:

• Fund raising software
• Word processing
• Databases
• Spreadsheets
• E-mail
• Internet

Personal characteristics

The Director of Development should demonstrate competence in some or all of the following:

• Creativity/Innovation: Develop new and unique ways to improve the finances of the organization and to create new opportunities
• Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices and ensure own behavior and the behavior of others are consistent with these standards and aligns with the values of the organization.
• Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.
• Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.
• Foster Teamwork: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problem, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.
• Organize: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details, data, information and activities.
• Plan: Determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results.
• Solve Problems: Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.

Experience

3 to 5 years of fund raising experience