Habitat for Humanity
Director of Development
Habitat for Humanity, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, us, 70873
Director of Development
The
Director of Development
is responsible for the strategic direction, management, and execution of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Baton Rouge's (HFHGBR) development program. This includes, but is not limited to fundraising, communications, and staff management of the Development department. The Development Director will work with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to develop, direct and execute quarterly, annual and long-range fundraising plans that will facilitate the growth and expansion of fundraising efforts to meet the financial needs and objectives of HFHGBR.
Responsibilities include the oversight and implementation of individual giving, corporate and foundation giving, grant writing, special events, marketing, and communications. Other duties not listed may apply.
Planning:Create annual objectives to meet strategic plan goalsProvide regular data reports/updates that measure progress towards achieving objectivesPropose, update, and revise strategic goals if necessaryAbility to take initiative and make effective recommendations to staff and Board
Fundraising:Develop, coordinate, and execute HFHGBR's fundraising program, including quarterly, annual and long-term fundraising plansIdentify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and prospects with the capacity to make a financial commitment to support HFHGBR's missionPlan and implement fundraising strategies including but not limited to: turning volunteers into donors, upgrading current donor relationships, and executing a successful annual fundraising eventEnsuring fundraising strategies promote a diverse and sustainable funding base for HFHGBRProvide relevant and timely reports to CEO in fundraising data, goals and plansProactively plan fund development that corresponds with HFHGBR program growthServe as staff leader and liaison to a Development Committee and other ad hoc fundraising committeesProvide primary staff leadership and serve as a partner and resource to the CEO in relation to development activities and long-range planning for development
Grant Writing:Oversee and assist with the grant writing efforts initiated by the Community Outreach CoordinatorUtilize resources available to seek new foundations and grant supportEnsure that all reports are submitted in a timely manner and grants are properly stewarded
Marketing and Communications:Create and manage a marketing/communications strategy/plan for HFHGBRDevelop promotional material that reflects HFHGBR marketing strategyCoordinate public outreach efforts including but not limited to: print and electronic newsletters, direct mail, press releases, free and paid advertising, brochures and social mediaCoordinate media relations and promote the message of HFHGBR throughout the communityServe as principal spokesperson alongside the CEO to the donor communityAbility to speak in front of small and large groups to bring the message of Habitat to the larger community
General Activities and Special Projects:Assist the CEO in presenting fund development updates to the BoardWork with program and operations staff to develop fundraising strategiesEnsure effective management of employee performance and other employee matters in a timely mannerOther duties may be assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education/Experience:College degree requiredAt least three to five years fundraising or sales experience - ideally in a non-profit and/or faith-based organizationMajor donor experience with a proven track record of raising major gifts preferredPlanned giving experience preferredWillingness to study, learn about and grow fundraising strategies and tacticsKeen understanding of marketing/communication strategiesExperience with CRM platforms to track and measure development activitiesKnowledge of the Microsoft suite of products including but not limited to MS Word and ExcelExperience with design software products such as Adobe and Canva
Skills :Versatility in juggling tasks, assignments and dutiesAccomplished and proven staff supervisor with a consensus management style; able to attract, lead, and develop competent staff membersShares HFHGBR's mission driven values, is community oriented, and comfortable working in the HFHGBR environmentAbility to work with volunteers, especially on the committee and board levelExhibits excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to expertly problem solve and manage time wisely
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with arms; may have to lift and/or move up to 30 lbs.May be exposed to outside weather conditions, including extreme heat, when working on construction site(s)Normal office conditions when working in the office
Work Schedule:Required to work 40 hours per weekMust be flexible to work extended hours including on weekends during accelerated build projects or for other community and fundraising events
Please send resume and cover letter to [emailprotected]
Salary: $75,000 annually
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Location:
Baton Rouge, LA
State/Region:
Louisiana
Position Category:
Affiliate-Opportunity
Type:
Affiliate
Function:
US Affiliate
Travel:
About Habitat for HumanityHabitat for Humanity, founded in 1976, is a global, Christian-based nonprofit organization that grew out of an intentionally multi-racial community in rural Georgia. Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat brings together people of all faiths and people of no faith to build homes, communities and hope. Working alongside each other, we help families and individuals build and improve places to call home and achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Habitat seeks individuals who have a willingness to affirm these principles and values.At Habitat for Humanity International, we embrace a history rooted in creating equity and take our mission seriously by courageously committing to a culture and workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued. As an equal opportunity employer, we realize that our success depends upon building an inclusive workforce of diverse perspectives and encourage people of varied races (which is inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, protective hairstyles and hair texture), ethnicities, national origins, tribes, religions, ages, gender identities and expressions, genders, sexual orientations, marital statuses, disabilities, veteran/reserve national guard statuses, socio-economic statuses, thinking and communication styles to work with us.We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children), and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.
The
Director of Development
is responsible for the strategic direction, management, and execution of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Baton Rouge's (HFHGBR) development program. This includes, but is not limited to fundraising, communications, and staff management of the Development department. The Development Director will work with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to develop, direct and execute quarterly, annual and long-range fundraising plans that will facilitate the growth and expansion of fundraising efforts to meet the financial needs and objectives of HFHGBR.
Responsibilities include the oversight and implementation of individual giving, corporate and foundation giving, grant writing, special events, marketing, and communications. Other duties not listed may apply.
Planning:Create annual objectives to meet strategic plan goalsProvide regular data reports/updates that measure progress towards achieving objectivesPropose, update, and revise strategic goals if necessaryAbility to take initiative and make effective recommendations to staff and Board
Fundraising:Develop, coordinate, and execute HFHGBR's fundraising program, including quarterly, annual and long-term fundraising plansIdentify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and prospects with the capacity to make a financial commitment to support HFHGBR's missionPlan and implement fundraising strategies including but not limited to: turning volunteers into donors, upgrading current donor relationships, and executing a successful annual fundraising eventEnsuring fundraising strategies promote a diverse and sustainable funding base for HFHGBRProvide relevant and timely reports to CEO in fundraising data, goals and plansProactively plan fund development that corresponds with HFHGBR program growthServe as staff leader and liaison to a Development Committee and other ad hoc fundraising committeesProvide primary staff leadership and serve as a partner and resource to the CEO in relation to development activities and long-range planning for development
Grant Writing:Oversee and assist with the grant writing efforts initiated by the Community Outreach CoordinatorUtilize resources available to seek new foundations and grant supportEnsure that all reports are submitted in a timely manner and grants are properly stewarded
Marketing and Communications:Create and manage a marketing/communications strategy/plan for HFHGBRDevelop promotional material that reflects HFHGBR marketing strategyCoordinate public outreach efforts including but not limited to: print and electronic newsletters, direct mail, press releases, free and paid advertising, brochures and social mediaCoordinate media relations and promote the message of HFHGBR throughout the communityServe as principal spokesperson alongside the CEO to the donor communityAbility to speak in front of small and large groups to bring the message of Habitat to the larger community
General Activities and Special Projects:Assist the CEO in presenting fund development updates to the BoardWork with program and operations staff to develop fundraising strategiesEnsure effective management of employee performance and other employee matters in a timely mannerOther duties may be assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:Education/Experience:College degree requiredAt least three to five years fundraising or sales experience - ideally in a non-profit and/or faith-based organizationMajor donor experience with a proven track record of raising major gifts preferredPlanned giving experience preferredWillingness to study, learn about and grow fundraising strategies and tacticsKeen understanding of marketing/communication strategiesExperience with CRM platforms to track and measure development activitiesKnowledge of the Microsoft suite of products including but not limited to MS Word and ExcelExperience with design software products such as Adobe and Canva
Skills :Versatility in juggling tasks, assignments and dutiesAccomplished and proven staff supervisor with a consensus management style; able to attract, lead, and develop competent staff membersShares HFHGBR's mission driven values, is community oriented, and comfortable working in the HFHGBR environmentAbility to work with volunteers, especially on the committee and board levelExhibits excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to expertly problem solve and manage time wisely
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with arms; may have to lift and/or move up to 30 lbs.May be exposed to outside weather conditions, including extreme heat, when working on construction site(s)Normal office conditions when working in the office
Work Schedule:Required to work 40 hours per weekMust be flexible to work extended hours including on weekends during accelerated build projects or for other community and fundraising events
Please send resume and cover letter to [emailprotected]
Salary: $75,000 annually
#LI-aff
Location:
Baton Rouge, LA
State/Region:
Louisiana
Position Category:
Affiliate-Opportunity
Type:
Affiliate
Function:
US Affiliate
Travel:
About Habitat for HumanityHabitat for Humanity, founded in 1976, is a global, Christian-based nonprofit organization that grew out of an intentionally multi-racial community in rural Georgia. Seeking to put God's love into action, Habitat brings together people of all faiths and people of no faith to build homes, communities and hope. Working alongside each other, we help families and individuals build and improve places to call home and achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Habitat seeks individuals who have a willingness to affirm these principles and values.At Habitat for Humanity International, we embrace a history rooted in creating equity and take our mission seriously by courageously committing to a culture and workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued. As an equal opportunity employer, we realize that our success depends upon building an inclusive workforce of diverse perspectives and encourage people of varied races (which is inclusive of traits historically associated with race, including, but not limited to, protective hairstyles and hair texture), ethnicities, national origins, tribes, religions, ages, gender identities and expressions, genders, sexual orientations, marital statuses, disabilities, veteran/reserve national guard statuses, socio-economic statuses, thinking and communication styles to work with us.We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children), and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.