Director of Advancement

Iowa Donor Network•Altoona, IA

1d•$101,000 - $126,200•Hybrid

About The Position

Our organization is dedicated to transforming lives and inspiring all to donate life. We are a family of professionals working together to increase awareness around the need for organ and tissue donors alongside nurturing and guiding our families throughout the gift of life. We facilitate the recovery of organs, tissues, and corneas in Iowa. We honor donors and support donor families at the time of donation and on a continuing basis. We believe in going above and beyond to support donor families during and after the donation process. Our core values are what guide us, allow us to excel at serving our community, and keep our culture at Iowa Donor Network alive: Serve with Heart: We meet our donor families where they are. We are dedicated to providing compassionate service to all. Drive and Embrace the Future: We are proactive in our pursuit of excellence and work together to continuously evolve with adaptability. Be Clear, Bold, and Respectful: We are genuine and courageous in our communication. If we see an opportunity for improvement, we shy something to make it better. Always Own It: we are resilient and passionately pursue our mission. We are personally accountable for taking initiative and delivering on commitments. Have you been searching for an opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself, make a tremendous contribution to your community, and pursue a mission to save lives daily? If so, Iowa Donor Network could be just the organization you have been looking for. The Director of Advancement is a strategic partner whose passion is to motivate and inspire others to connect with IDN’s life transforming mission of organ and tissue donation. The incumbent is responsible for creating a comprehensive, integrated communications and advancement strategy. Primary focus will be on supporting team members for creation and delivery of IDN brand strategy, communication, marketing, and outreach plans, and cultivating relationships to foster partnerships and drive fundraising initiatives. This position seeks to advance IDN as a known and valued brand and conscientious steward that is committed to serving donors and donor families.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, communications and/or public relations or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in fundraising and public relations/communication required.
Experience leading a team required.
Must maintain confidentiality and demonstrate outstanding judgement, sensitivity and high discretion.
Effectively use computers and computer software including word processing databases (RE) spreadsheets, internet tools and electronic mail.
Knowledge of MS Word and Excel required.
Maintain a current valid driver’s license and personal auto insurance.

Nice To Haves

CFRE or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of strategic communications plans to enhance organizational visibility, reputation, and impact including oversight and strengthening of brand identity, ensuring consistent messaging across all platforms, materials, and stakeholder communications.
Drive comprehensive fundraising strategies to identify new funding opportunities to expand and diversify revenue streams, pursue and secure financial support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and other funding partners, and cultivate and steward relationships with major donors, sponsors, and key stakeholders.
Oversee grant efforts to develop compelling narratives and project budgets ensuring alignment with funding opportunities.
Partner with cross-functional teams to align communications and advancement strategies with programmatic initiatives and outcomes and to ensure consistent integration of messaging and fundraising priorities across all departments and activities.
Serve as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, contributing to organizational strategy, planning, and performance outcomes. Collaborate with senior leaders to ensure communication and fundraising efforts are embedded across organizational initiatives and priorities.
Provide visionary leadership, mentorship, and professional development to communications and advancement staff. Oversee recruitment, training, performance management, and retention to build a high-performing, mission-driven team. Establish and communicate job responsibilities, manage performance expectations and outcomes to maintain optimal operational performance utilizing established leadership principles.
Manage the overall operational, budgetary, and financial responsibilities and activities of communications and advancement
Monitor and analyze key performance metrics related to communications, fundraising, and related operational processes to drive continuous improvement.