Development Director

North Star Initiative•Lititz, PA

About The Position

Development Director Who We Are: North Star’s mission is to restore women from trafficking: for freedom. for life. and forever. Motivated by the love of Jesus, we work to end trafficking and to empower survivors to reclaim the lives they were created to live through healing their whole person. In addition to other programs, North Star operates programs in Lancaster and Berks counties and a separate social enterprise, Florissant Collective. Summary: The Development Director serves as an ambassador of North Star Initiative’s mission in the community, building relationships and inviting generosity from individual, business, church and grantmaking partners to fund North Star’s budget through financial and in-kind gifts, sponsorships and events. This is a full-time (min. 40 hours), exempt position that reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and is a member of the Executive Team. The Development Director must be: Willing to sign the North Star Initiative Statement of Faith (Code of Beliefs) Willing to sign the Kingdom Living policy A current and active member and/or regular attendee of a local church Able to fully support the North Star Initiative's core values and ministry philosophy.

Requirements

Minimum: Certificate or degree in marketing, non-profit management, business, or related field, or commensurate lived experience
Two or more years of experience in fundraising and/or non-profit management
Awareness of the impact of human trafficking and trauma
Passionate about bringing hope to the marginalized
Commitment to a biblically integrated philosophy of fundraising that celebrates collaboration and generosity
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and database systems
Willing to sign the North Star Initiative Statement of Faith (Code of Beliefs)
Willing to sign the Kingdom Living policy
A current and active member and/or regular attendee of a local church
Able to fully support the North Star Initiative's core values and ministry philosophy.
Purposeful and intentional relationship with Jesus Christ
Demonstrated maturity to engage relationships with kindness and warmth
Established track record of taking initiative, entrepreneurial spirit
High emotional intelligence experienced in winsome relationships and effective conflict resolution
Curious learner, taking initiative to stay current with best practices and innovative strategies
Excellent networking ability
Knowledge of trauma-informed care and best practices in ethical fundraising and storytelling
Collaborative posture, expressed in servant leadership within and without the organization
Cultural competency, ability to communicate effectively with individuals of all backgrounds and cultures
Flexibility in work schedule as determined by program needs

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree/Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Non-Profit Management, Communication, Business, or related fields, or commensurate lived experience
Grant writing experience
Three or more years of managerial/supervisory experience in a non-profit setting

Responsibilities

Actively work with the CEO to develop, implement and evaluate fundraising strategies to meet yearly budget goals
Work with CEO to plan annual schedule of events and develop budget and strategy for each
Coordinate staff and volunteers to execute events with excellence
Innovate fundraising strategies
Develop, implement and evaluate marketing programs to increase awareness of NSI programs and services, aligned with NSI policies and strategic priorities
Develop, implement, and evaluate donor development programs to retain current donors and engage new donors
Track and receipt gifts
Prepare annual donor care plan and communication calendar
Provide donor impact reporting
Design strategies for donor acquisition and cultivation (individuals, foundations, businesses, and churches)
Build genuine, reciprocal relationships with current and potential partners
Provide leadership and management to annual fund and capital campaigns
Oversee and execute grant writing, including existing relationships and new opportunities
Maintain documentation and statistics as required by organizational policies and funding sources.
Ensure compliance with applicable legal requirements and regulations, standards of professional conduct, and ethical standards.
Collaborate with business manager and accountant to audit donor records, prepare reports, and track restricted funds.
Represent NSI in the community to generate awareness and foster collaboration
Coordinate speaking schedule, equip other staff to participate in public events
Cultivate agency relationships that align with NSI’s mission and commitment to kingdom impact
Liaise with Clinical Care Team and Residence Manager to identify opportunities for community collaboration and in-kind donations that will benefit resident programs
Manage and develop development staff
Participate in regular supervision, monthly staff meetings, required trainings and trauma care (compassion resilience) practices as scheduled
Other duties, as assigned by the CEO