Director of Development and Community Relations
About The Position
Girl Scouts of Alaska is seeking a dynamic, strategic, and relationship-focused Director of Development and Community Relations to lead fundraising efforts and strengthen community relationships. This role is responsible for developing and executing the overall fundraising strategy, identifying new revenue opportunities, cultivating donors and partners, securing grants and sponsorships, and leading fundraising events. The Director will manage the organization's development efforts, achieve fundraising goals, and serve as the strategic liaison with the external marketing firm to ensure alignment with organizational goals. The position is part of a passionate team dedicated to empowering girls across Alaska.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, business development, community relations, or a related field.
- Demonstrated success developing relationships and achieving fundraising or revenue goals.
- Experience with grants, corporate sponsorships, major gifts, annual giving, fundraising campaigns, or other development activities.
- Experience planning and leading fundraising events.
- Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
- Experience managing donor information and tracking development activity.
- Commitment to the Girl Scout mission and willingness to become a Girl Scout member.
- Availability for occasional evening and weekend work.
- Ability to travel locally and occasionally throughout Alaska.
- A valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and proof of auto insurance.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
- Successful completion of an annual background check.
Nice To Haves
- Experience coordinating with external marketing, communications, or creative partners is preferred.
- The ability to represent GSAK professionally throughout the community.
Responsibilities
- Lead GSAK’s overall fundraising and development efforts.
- Build and steward relationships with donors, businesses, foundations, and community leaders.
- Identify and pursue new funding and partnership opportunities.
- Plan and lead fundraising campaigns and events.
- Serve as the strategic liaison between GSAK and our external marketing firm.
- Ensure marketing and communications efforts support GSAK’s fundraising, membership, and community engagement goals.
- Work closely with the CEO, Board, staff, and volunteers to advance GSAK’s mission.
- Track progress toward fundraising goals and provide recommendations to leadership.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 11 paid holidays throughout the year
- Paid week off for a year-end office closure
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Long-term disability (LTD) and life insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
- Family-Friendly Work Environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
