Director of Development and Community Outreach

Catholic Charities West Michigan•Grand Rapids, MI

1d•$116,000 - $135,000

About The Position

The Director of Development and Outreach position supports the overall agency’s financial health and stability by developing, directing and implementing fundraising activities and development functions and cultivating long-lasting relationships with strategic partners, donors, community members and volunteers. Oversees the Community Outreach program operations and ensures programs are consistent with their purpose as well as the mission, vision and values of Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM). Annual Salary Wage Range: $116,000.00 - $135,000.00 Are you passionate about discovering new ways to help empower people and make a difference in their lives? If you’ve got what it takes to support us in our mission to provide help and create hope through innovative, collaborative, and diverse programs within the community, then we’ve got the right opportunity for you. About Catholic Charities West Michigan Catholic Charities West Michigan (CCWM) is a community-based agency providing programs in Western Michigan and offering a variety of services in family preservation, behavioral health, child welfare, and community outreach. CCWM is committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all staff are treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. CCWM encourages persons of diverse backgrounds and faiths to apply for employment.

Requirements

Knowledge of effective marketing, communication and development strategies and tactics.
Continual learner with a sufficient understanding of Catholic Social Teaching and Catholic moral doctrine.
Ability to handle multiple priorities and lead team efforts.
Ability to solve unstructured problems and use analytical skills in the evaluation and interpretation of data.
Knowledge of computer systems and related software (Microsoft Word and Excel).
Ability to plan, supervise, review, and evaluate the work of supervisory and professional staff.
Ability to prepare and analyze reports, make presentations, and maintain records.
Ability to communicate clearly, effectively, and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment.
Ability to relate to diverse populations and cultures while communicating with clients and the public in a courteous and effective manner.
Ability to interact with the media.
This position requires reliable transportation.
Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record with zero work restrictions.
Must have personal auto insurance as required by law with minimum bodily injury coverage limits of $250,000 per person/$500,000 per incident or $500,000 combined.
Must be willing to work irregular hours including evenings, holidays, and weekends.
Must submit to agency approved background checks.
A bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management or a related field is required.
A minimum of 3 years of prior employment experience in development, fundraising, and/or marketing is required.

Nice To Haves

A master’s degree is preferred.
A minimum of 1 year of prior employment experience in community outreach is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Oversees, supports, and empowers the Community Outreach programs.
Creates, executes, and evaluates all philanthropy strategies with a donor-centered philosophy to ensure a diverse and sustainable revenue portfolio to support CCWM's mission.
Provides leadership for agency’s community outreach programs, fundraising, development and philanthropic activities.
Directs agency public relations and communication activities including media relations, annual reports, newsletters, and the design and distribution of informational materials.
Directs agency marketing initiatives concentrated to various constituent groups including the community, church, parish organizations and current and potential customers.
Serves as a Catholic Charities West Michigan Public Representative to cultivate relationships with community leaders and members, including prospective volunteers and supporters to build awareness of, and support for, ongoing services to people in need.
Directs agency events from inception to completion.
Develops, implements, and directs all aspects of the agency's services that utilizes volunteers to impact the community while helping to carry out the agency's mission.
Supervises, coaches, evaluates, and inspires program managers, supervisors and staff. Fosters a total team attitude and culture.
Assists in identification and cultivation of potential Board and Committee members.
Establishes and maintains a professional presence and working relationship with the Development Committee and the Board of Directors.
Attends Development Committee and Board of Directors meetings as requested by CEO.
Oversees the management of donor software to provide accurate and real-time donor information to the agency and stakeholders.
Participates in the planning, writing and review of annual budgets.
Provides staff support to the Board and its Committees on relevant activities.
Drives for agency business.
Performs other special assignments at supervisor's request.