Cultivate Initiatives
Director of Development and Relationships
Cultivate Initiatives, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Director of Development and Relationships
About Cultivate Initiatives:
We are a group of people who work alongside those on the margins to empower individuals and communities through an inclusive range of initiatives and support. We build communities from the inside out through workforce development, housing, and sheltering.
About Department:
The Development and Relationships department seeks to develop the support to ensure full-functioning and growth for Cultivate Initiatives (CI). This includes events, communications, fundraising, grants, partnerships, and more.
General Position Summary:
The Director of Development and Relationships is responsible for leading and overseeing major functions related to fundraising, grants, strategic partnerships, events, and communications.
Compensation/Benefits:
$75,000 - 80,000 annually
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and retirement plans.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by contributing to the success of a non-profit organization.
Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and professional growth.
Accountability:
Accountable to the Executive Director
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Recruit and oversee volunteers and volunteer events, including staff involved
Recruit and manage contractors working with Development team
Oversee the Development and Relationships Associate
Duties/Responsibilities:
Build and manage donor relationships in collaboration with Executive Director
Lead fundraising and donor acquisition and retention efforts in collaboration with Board of Directors and Executive Director
Oversee Cultivate Initiatives’ biannual fundraising campaigns
Organize and facilitate Cultivate Initiatives’ quarterly Development Committee meetings
Research and disseminate funding opportunities including governmental and private sources
Participate in governmental funding activities, including proposals, reporting, and other actions as needed by the director team
Coordinate storytelling opportunities for CI staff and neighbors that serve to further the mission of CI
Support the Executive Director on various development-related projects, including but not limited to visits with electeds, speech planning, and more
Direct the representation of Cultivate Initiatives to various partners such as nonprofit organizations, government institutions, news outlets, faith-based institutions, and others
Build and maintain strategic relationships with community groups, individuals, and other entities for the advancement of CI’s mission
Oversee or execute the research, application and reporting for grants, in collaboration with the Director of Finance and respective directors
Oversee the maintenance of Cultivate Initiatives’ donor management system, including donor entries, grant tracking, and pulling reports
Oversee volunteer program, including recruitment, planning, and collaboration with directors and program staff
Oversee events and initiatives to bolster community-building between housed and unhoused neighbors, including but not limited to Eat & Greets, Table for 12s, and other engagement activities
Direct the strategy of and oversee Communications Team to ensure high-quality communication content, including but not limited to social media and promotion, newsletters, annual reports, and other communications relevant to Development and Relationships
Manage activities related to media/news, including but not limited to inquiries, press releases, appearances, and strategic relationships
Actively participate in developing and implementing strategic plans, in conjunction with the Director Team
May implement special projects and activities
May perform other duties as requested by supervisor
Qualifications:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Very comfortable and practiced with public speaking
Experience leading giving campaigns and other related development activities
Experience securing gifts from major donors
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with grant writing and reporting
Prior experience with managing staff
Experience working with independent contractors to facilitate completion of projects
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) preferred
Connection to Cultivate Initiatives’ geographic focus area of East Portland and East Multnomah County
Work Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Work is performed primarily indoors with occasional engagements outside
Ability to work in environments with varying noise levels, from quiet offices to louder, industrial settings
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 15 pounds
Work requires the ability to perform repetitive movements of the wrist, hands, or fingers due to continuous use of computer keyboards and other office equipment
Must be able to work weekends and evenings, when necessary
Being physically present in the CI offices from 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
Must be able to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or religious exemption
Must be able to provide proof of Driver’s License
How to apply:
Please submit a
cover letter and resume
electronically through BambooHR.
The position is open until filled. Applications received by October 31, 2024, will receive priority consideration.
If a suitable candidate is found during that screening, later applications will not be considered. Ideally, we hope to have our next Director of Development & Relationships start in early December 2024. We look forward to speaking with you!
CI is committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment for employees and neighbors. As part of our hiring process, we conduct criminal history checks for the top candidates of all recruitments and driving history checks for candidates of positions that require operating company vehicles. CI also conducts routine drug tests.
CI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CI
values a diverse, inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, vaccination status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you require accommodation to apply, please contact Emily Hutsell at the following number or email.
Questions: employment@cultivatepdx.org or (503) 719-6135
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About Cultivate Initiatives:
We are a group of people who work alongside those on the margins to empower individuals and communities through an inclusive range of initiatives and support. We build communities from the inside out through workforce development, housing, and sheltering.
About Department:
The Development and Relationships department seeks to develop the support to ensure full-functioning and growth for Cultivate Initiatives (CI). This includes events, communications, fundraising, grants, partnerships, and more.
General Position Summary:
The Director of Development and Relationships is responsible for leading and overseeing major functions related to fundraising, grants, strategic partnerships, events, and communications.
Compensation/Benefits:
$75,000 - 80,000 annually
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and retirement plans.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by contributing to the success of a non-profit organization.
Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and professional growth.
Accountability:
Accountable to the Executive Director
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Recruit and oversee volunteers and volunteer events, including staff involved
Recruit and manage contractors working with Development team
Oversee the Development and Relationships Associate
Duties/Responsibilities:
Build and manage donor relationships in collaboration with Executive Director
Lead fundraising and donor acquisition and retention efforts in collaboration with Board of Directors and Executive Director
Oversee Cultivate Initiatives’ biannual fundraising campaigns
Organize and facilitate Cultivate Initiatives’ quarterly Development Committee meetings
Research and disseminate funding opportunities including governmental and private sources
Participate in governmental funding activities, including proposals, reporting, and other actions as needed by the director team
Coordinate storytelling opportunities for CI staff and neighbors that serve to further the mission of CI
Support the Executive Director on various development-related projects, including but not limited to visits with electeds, speech planning, and more
Direct the representation of Cultivate Initiatives to various partners such as nonprofit organizations, government institutions, news outlets, faith-based institutions, and others
Build and maintain strategic relationships with community groups, individuals, and other entities for the advancement of CI’s mission
Oversee or execute the research, application and reporting for grants, in collaboration with the Director of Finance and respective directors
Oversee the maintenance of Cultivate Initiatives’ donor management system, including donor entries, grant tracking, and pulling reports
Oversee volunteer program, including recruitment, planning, and collaboration with directors and program staff
Oversee events and initiatives to bolster community-building between housed and unhoused neighbors, including but not limited to Eat & Greets, Table for 12s, and other engagement activities
Direct the strategy of and oversee Communications Team to ensure high-quality communication content, including but not limited to social media and promotion, newsletters, annual reports, and other communications relevant to Development and Relationships
Manage activities related to media/news, including but not limited to inquiries, press releases, appearances, and strategic relationships
Actively participate in developing and implementing strategic plans, in conjunction with the Director Team
May implement special projects and activities
May perform other duties as requested by supervisor
Qualifications:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Very comfortable and practiced with public speaking
Experience leading giving campaigns and other related development activities
Experience securing gifts from major donors
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience with grant writing and reporting
Prior experience with managing staff
Experience working with independent contractors to facilitate completion of projects
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) preferred
Connection to Cultivate Initiatives’ geographic focus area of East Portland and East Multnomah County
Work Conditions and Physical Requirements:
Work is performed primarily indoors with occasional engagements outside
Ability to work in environments with varying noise levels, from quiet offices to louder, industrial settings
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move objects weighing up to 15 pounds
Work requires the ability to perform repetitive movements of the wrist, hands, or fingers due to continuous use of computer keyboards and other office equipment
Must be able to work weekends and evenings, when necessary
Being physically present in the CI offices from 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday - Friday
Must be able to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or religious exemption
Must be able to provide proof of Driver’s License
How to apply:
Please submit a
cover letter and resume
electronically through BambooHR.
The position is open until filled. Applications received by October 31, 2024, will receive priority consideration.
If a suitable candidate is found during that screening, later applications will not be considered. Ideally, we hope to have our next Director of Development & Relationships start in early December 2024. We look forward to speaking with you!
CI is committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment for employees and neighbors. As part of our hiring process, we conduct criminal history checks for the top candidates of all recruitments and driving history checks for candidates of positions that require operating company vehicles. CI also conducts routine drug tests.
CI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
CI
values a diverse, inclusive workforce and provides equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, military or veteran status, vaccination status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. If you require accommodation to apply, please contact Emily Hutsell at the following number or email.
Questions: employment@cultivatepdx.org or (503) 719-6135
#J-18808-Ljbffr