Philanthropy Northwest
Development Director
Philanthropy Northwest, Renton, Washington, United States, 98056
STEM Paths Innovation Network (SPIN) has a mission to close the opportunity gap for
women and BIPOC communities in STEM careers and education. We do this through
offering enrichment, mentoring and curriculum development and providing safe,
culturally responsive environments for students to learn and adults to support them.
Role Responsibilities:
RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: Develop and Implement a Comprehensive Fundraising Plan (50%): Work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop fundraising goals and strategies that align with SPIN’s mission and values. Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan that includes major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, planned giving, and special events. Identify and cultivate major gift prospects. Identify and cultivate corporate and foundation donors. Plan and execute special events that engage donors and raise funds for SPIN.
Develop individual giving program, including: Building relationships with SPIN community, board and families. Developing and implementing campaigns. Managing donation records, donor tracking, donor recognition and acknowledgements.
Collaborate with Board to develop annual Board Fundraising plans. Manage and expand the donor base, ensuring a robust pipeline of future support. Analyze fundraising data and trends to inform strategy and improve outcomes. Donor Relations and Stewardship: (20%): Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective donors. Develop and execute donor engagement and recognition programs. Ensure timely and accurate donor communications, including acknowledgments and reports. Organize and host donor appreciation events and activities.
Manage and Lead Fundraising Team: (10%): As SPIN continues to grow, the Development Director will hire staff, set goals and expectations for team members, monitor their performance and provide feedback to ensure team success. Collaborate closely with grant writer to prospect, prepare, submit and report on philanthropic support. Work closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and program staff to align fundraising efforts with organizational goals. Provide regular reports to the Executive Directors and Board on fundraising progress and initiatives.
Marketing and Communications: (15%): Collaborate with team to develop and implement marketing strategies that enhance donor engagement and support fundraising efforts. Oversee the creation of fundraising materials, including brochures, newsletters, and online content. Ensure consistent and compelling messaging across all donor communications.
Other Duties (5%): Engage in professional development. Collaborate with staff in weekly team meetings. Represent and attend community events and activities to ensure the engagement of SPIN with other nonprofits and the communities we serve. Candidate Qualifications:
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: ● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, or a related field. ● Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fund development, with a proven track record of successful fundraising. ● Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ● Strong organizational and project management abilities. ● Proven ability to lead a team. ● Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with donors and stakeholders. ● Demonstrated Ability to Work Collaboratively. ● Proficiency in fundraising software and donor management systems. ● Passion for the mission of SPIN and a commitment to making a difference. ● High level of flexibility and adaptability to meet changing work goals and demands. ● Be legally authorized to work in the U.S. ● A criminal history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being selected. ● Experience with diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, and other unique communities and a familiarity with how to speak about the gifts and needs of these communities. How to Apply
Application Contact: Application Deadline: Rolling Application Instructions: Please send a resume and cover letter in one .pdf document to hiring@stempaths.org
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RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES: Develop and Implement a Comprehensive Fundraising Plan (50%): Work closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop fundraising goals and strategies that align with SPIN’s mission and values. Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan that includes major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, planned giving, and special events. Identify and cultivate major gift prospects. Identify and cultivate corporate and foundation donors. Plan and execute special events that engage donors and raise funds for SPIN.
Develop individual giving program, including: Building relationships with SPIN community, board and families. Developing and implementing campaigns. Managing donation records, donor tracking, donor recognition and acknowledgements.
Collaborate with Board to develop annual Board Fundraising plans. Manage and expand the donor base, ensuring a robust pipeline of future support. Analyze fundraising data and trends to inform strategy and improve outcomes. Donor Relations and Stewardship: (20%): Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective donors. Develop and execute donor engagement and recognition programs. Ensure timely and accurate donor communications, including acknowledgments and reports. Organize and host donor appreciation events and activities.
Manage and Lead Fundraising Team: (10%): As SPIN continues to grow, the Development Director will hire staff, set goals and expectations for team members, monitor their performance and provide feedback to ensure team success. Collaborate closely with grant writer to prospect, prepare, submit and report on philanthropic support. Work closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and program staff to align fundraising efforts with organizational goals. Provide regular reports to the Executive Directors and Board on fundraising progress and initiatives.
Marketing and Communications: (15%): Collaborate with team to develop and implement marketing strategies that enhance donor engagement and support fundraising efforts. Oversee the creation of fundraising materials, including brochures, newsletters, and online content. Ensure consistent and compelling messaging across all donor communications.
Other Duties (5%): Engage in professional development. Collaborate with staff in weekly team meetings. Represent and attend community events and activities to ensure the engagement of SPIN with other nonprofits and the communities we serve. Candidate Qualifications:
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR: ● Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, or a related field. ● Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fund development, with a proven track record of successful fundraising. ● Excellent verbal and written communication skills. ● Strong organizational and project management abilities. ● Proven ability to lead a team. ● Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with donors and stakeholders. ● Demonstrated Ability to Work Collaboratively. ● Proficiency in fundraising software and donor management systems. ● Passion for the mission of SPIN and a commitment to making a difference. ● High level of flexibility and adaptability to meet changing work goals and demands. ● Be legally authorized to work in the U.S. ● A criminal history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being selected. ● Experience with diverse ethnic, socioeconomic, and other unique communities and a familiarity with how to speak about the gifts and needs of these communities. How to Apply
Application Contact: Application Deadline: Rolling Application Instructions: Please send a resume and cover letter in one .pdf document to hiring@stempaths.org
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