Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Director of Resource Development
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits, Rochester, Minnesota, us, 55905
Boys & Girls Club of Rochester (BGCR) is committed to advancing equity in its work.
We invite applications from underrepresented and historically marginalized groups. People of all races, ethnicities, sexualities, identities and abilities are encouraged to apply.JOB SUMMARY:The Director of Resource Development leads the Resource Development Department and works with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to establish organization-wide strategies for growing financial resources for Boys & Girls Club of Rochester. Serves on the leadership team, coordinates with the Resource Development Staff, and oversees event planning and strategy, grant management, individual and corporate contribution development, and planned giving. The Director of Resource Development oversees staff (currently a major gift officer and a grants manager) and carries a portfolio of donors and potential donors (corporate, foundations, and individuals). The position is also responsible for marketing, public relations, and advertising.KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):LeadershipProvide leadership and direction to the CEO and Board of Directors in the effective operation of all development and fundraising activities.In collaboration with the CEO and Board of Directors, develop and implement a strategic plan for annual and multi-year resource development efforts.Ensure the evaluation of development activities and identify opportunities to improve results.CultivationCultivate and nurture relationships with current and potential corporate and foundation sponsors, and individual donors, and grow the donor base.Develop strategic alliances with community leaders and local officials. Develop collaborative partnerships with funders and community organizations.Working together with department staff, lead, oversee, or manage the annual giving campaign; corporate, foundation, and government grant proposals and reports; and special event fundraising.Engage strong and robust involvement of volunteers, including the BGCR Board of Directors.Administrative OversightEnsure administrative and operational systems to:
track fundraising income, compile income status reports and variance reports; andrecognize contributions with acknowledgment letters and special recognition events.
Participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Club’s annual budget, controlling expenditures within the budget and maintaining donor and financial records in accordance with standards.Supervise staff on the Resource Development Team.Advertising, Marketing, and Public RelationsMaintain good public relations with stakeholders and media; including clearly articulated return on investment communications with investors.Maintain strong branding and adhere to Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s graphic and brand standards.Lead and support all marketing efforts including annual reports, pledge cards, and newsletters as well as online marketing and communications.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide support of various fundraising projects and initiatives assigned by CEO, such as endowments, major gifts and planned giving.Other duties, as assigned.RELATIONSHIPS:Internal:
Maintain oral and written contact with the CEO, Board of Directors, staff peers, and volunteers for the purpose of exchanging information, and provide progress reports as needed regarding activities and planned programs, and to coordinate events.External:
Maintain oral and written contact with other agencies, business leaders, community groups, boards of directors of such organizations, donors, and the media for the purpose of exchanging information and ideas and for the purpose of fundraising.QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum of 7 years in fundraising or a related field.SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:Comfortable with ambiguity and a fast-changing environment.Passion for serving children and youth, especially those who need us most.An equity mindset and commitment to racial justice.Positive, “can-do” attitude, flexible and teamwork-oriented, attention to detail, self-driven, and initiative-taking.Demonstrated knowledge of principles related to resource development including resource management, communications and public relations, strategic planning, endowments and partnership development.Demonstrated ability to think strategically.Strong partnership-building skills.Superb computer skills and comfort with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems.Working knowledge of budget development, control, and management.Demonstrated knowledge of grant preparation, reporting, and solicitation.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Club staff, Board members, committee members, community groups, and other related agencies.
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We invite applications from underrepresented and historically marginalized groups. People of all races, ethnicities, sexualities, identities and abilities are encouraged to apply.JOB SUMMARY:The Director of Resource Development leads the Resource Development Department and works with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to establish organization-wide strategies for growing financial resources for Boys & Girls Club of Rochester. Serves on the leadership team, coordinates with the Resource Development Staff, and oversees event planning and strategy, grant management, individual and corporate contribution development, and planned giving. The Director of Resource Development oversees staff (currently a major gift officer and a grants manager) and carries a portfolio of donors and potential donors (corporate, foundations, and individuals). The position is also responsible for marketing, public relations, and advertising.KEY ROLES (Essential Job Responsibilities):LeadershipProvide leadership and direction to the CEO and Board of Directors in the effective operation of all development and fundraising activities.In collaboration with the CEO and Board of Directors, develop and implement a strategic plan for annual and multi-year resource development efforts.Ensure the evaluation of development activities and identify opportunities to improve results.CultivationCultivate and nurture relationships with current and potential corporate and foundation sponsors, and individual donors, and grow the donor base.Develop strategic alliances with community leaders and local officials. Develop collaborative partnerships with funders and community organizations.Working together with department staff, lead, oversee, or manage the annual giving campaign; corporate, foundation, and government grant proposals and reports; and special event fundraising.Engage strong and robust involvement of volunteers, including the BGCR Board of Directors.Administrative OversightEnsure administrative and operational systems to:
track fundraising income, compile income status reports and variance reports; andrecognize contributions with acknowledgment letters and special recognition events.
Participate in the development, implementation, and monitoring of the Club’s annual budget, controlling expenditures within the budget and maintaining donor and financial records in accordance with standards.Supervise staff on the Resource Development Team.Advertising, Marketing, and Public RelationsMaintain good public relations with stakeholders and media; including clearly articulated return on investment communications with investors.Maintain strong branding and adhere to Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s graphic and brand standards.Lead and support all marketing efforts including annual reports, pledge cards, and newsletters as well as online marketing and communications.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Provide support of various fundraising projects and initiatives assigned by CEO, such as endowments, major gifts and planned giving.Other duties, as assigned.RELATIONSHIPS:Internal:
Maintain oral and written contact with the CEO, Board of Directors, staff peers, and volunteers for the purpose of exchanging information, and provide progress reports as needed regarding activities and planned programs, and to coordinate events.External:
Maintain oral and written contact with other agencies, business leaders, community groups, boards of directors of such organizations, donors, and the media for the purpose of exchanging information and ideas and for the purpose of fundraising.QUALIFICATIONS:Minimum of 7 years in fundraising or a related field.SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:Comfortable with ambiguity and a fast-changing environment.Passion for serving children and youth, especially those who need us most.An equity mindset and commitment to racial justice.Positive, “can-do” attitude, flexible and teamwork-oriented, attention to detail, self-driven, and initiative-taking.Demonstrated knowledge of principles related to resource development including resource management, communications and public relations, strategic planning, endowments and partnership development.Demonstrated ability to think strategically.Strong partnership-building skills.Superb computer skills and comfort with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems.Working knowledge of budget development, control, and management.Demonstrated knowledge of grant preparation, reporting, and solicitation.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Club staff, Board members, committee members, community groups, and other related agencies.
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