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Total Action For Progress

Director of Fund Development

Total Action For Progress, Roanoke, Virginia, United States, 24000


Roanoke, VA

Department:

Administration

Posting Date:

07/15/2024

Closing Date:

Open until filled

Salary:

$60,000-$75,000/yr

Code:

DFD-ADMIN

CLASSIFICATION: EXEMPT

Every TAP employee shares in TAP’s responsibility to “Mobilize Community Resources” in support of TAP’s anti-poverty efforts.

Nonprofit seeks an individual with experience developing, leading, and managing a fundraising strategy and program to increase individual and corporate donations. Must have a minimum of 6 years’ experience with demonstrated success in development and managing a portfolio of donors and closing gifts of $1,000 or more. Salaried position for enthusiastic self-motivated professional with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

DEFINITION AND PURPOSE:

Responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive fund development plan for TAP that includes planned giving and individual and corporate donor development.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Supervised by:

President and CEO

Supported by:

Executive Assistant to the President & CEO/Fund Development Coordinator

Coordinates with:

President/CEO, Executive Assistant to the President & CEO/Fund Development Coordinator, VP of Planning & Resource Development, Creative Services Manager, CFO, Finance Accountant, Volunteer Coordinator, and the TAP Board’s Generosity Connections Commission (GCC)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Duties include but are not limited to:

Develop, lead, and manage a fundraising strategy and program that includes individual and corporate donations, and a planned giving program to ensure that TAP meets or exceeds its fundraising goals.

Actively identify, cultivate, and close gifts in support of TAP, including both financial and in-kind donations.

Build and manage a portfolio of 75-100 individual and corporate donors and prospects with an annual giving capacity of $1,000+.

Spend 50%+ of weekly time building relationships, on donor calls/appointments, cultivating and soliciting gifts.

Effectively articulate, in written and verbal communications, the mission and impact of TAP to deepen relationships with donors, prospects, and high-level supporters.

Oversight of the strategy and implementation of all fundraising activities including TAP’s annual Bringing Hope Home campaign.

Serve as staff to the Board’s GCC, sharing successes, challenges, needs, and updates regarding fund development strategy.

Develop and implement an Endowment Plan.

Work with all components at TAP to understand opportunities for program sponsorship.

Coordinate with the Fund Development Coordinator and the Finance Department to maintain accurate records of donations.

Develop timely, appropriate written correspondence including thank you letters and cards to donors and sponsors.

Develop TAP’s fundraising messaging, in coordination with the Fund Development Team.

Develop relationships with key professional, community, donor, and board contacts.

Attend bi-weekly Senior Leadership Meetings and represent TAP in the community.

Work with Fund Development Coordinator in the usage of the Blackbaud software to track giving habits.

Develop volunteer activities for corporations and other groups.

Work with the President/CEO to secure quarterly speaking engagements.

Perform other duties as assigned by the President/CEO.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Strong interpersonal skills and work ethic.

Detail-oriented with strong organizational, analytical, verbal and written communication skills.

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.

Demonstrated ability to meet financial goals.

Ability to build relationships and partnerships.

Commitment to integrity, confidentiality, and ethicality.

Positive outlook and willingness to learn and grow.

Available to work evenings and weekends as necessary.

TRAINING, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Must have a bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, or related field.

Must have a minimum of 6 years’ experience with demonstrated success in closing gifts of $1,000+.

Management experience preferred.

Experience tracking data in a donor-based system desired.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid Virginia Operator’s license.

Must pass drug screening.

Physical activity of this position involves prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing.

Visual acuity requirements include preparing and analyzing data.

Conditions may vary depending on activity/events.

TAP only hires individuals legally eligible for employment in the United States.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Drug Free Workplace

Bilingual Ability is a plus.

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