Responsibilities

• Develop, refine and and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies to achieve revenue goals.
• In partnership with the Executive Director, Board, Program Directors, and Volunteer fundraisers, identify and cultivate relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, government agencies and other potential funding sources.
• Oversee and engage in grant writing and reporting processes, ensuring timely submissions and compliance with funder requirements.
• Supervise staff engaged in the planning and execution of fundraising events (including the annual gala), auctions, and campaigns to engage supporters and raise funds for the organization.
• Develop annual fundraising plan and budget, monitor performance against goals, report progress to staff and Board of Directors on an on-going basis.
• Cultivate strong relationships with current and prospective donors, ensuring personalized engagement and stewardship.
• Oversee and implement strategies to recognize and acknowledge donor contributions effectively.
• Regularly communicate with donors to provide updates on the organization’s impact and maintain donor engagement.
• Supervise staff engaged in various administrative tasks that support fund development, such as processing donations, generating acknowledgment letters, writing thank-you notes, data entry, and other tasks.
• In partnership with the Marketing and Communications Manager, develop and implement a comprehensive communications strategy to effectively communicate the organization’s mission, programs, and impact.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in fundraising roles within the nonprofit sector; previous director-level experience preferred.
• At least three years of staff supervision experience preferred.
• Proven track record of success in developing and implementing fundraising strategies and meeting revenue targets; proficiency in budget management with at least three years of experience preferred.
• Excellent writing and communications skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages for diverse audiences
• Experience managing donor relations and stewardship programs
• Proficiency in using fundraising software and donor databases is required. Experience with Salesforce is preferred, and strong computer skills, such as Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel), and Google Workspace, are required.
• Excellent leadership, supervision, and team-building skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire staff, volunteers, interns, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities. Excellent time-management skills with the ability to plan, organize, and prioritize workload and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience working with LGBTQ+ and diverse communities is preferred; a commitment to and proven track record in advancing justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in all aspects of fundraising and organizational practices is required.

Benefits

• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, commuter benefits, 14 annual paid holidays, and PTO benefits are included. A 401(K) employer matching program is available.