Director of Development

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Greensboro•Greensboro, NC

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Development is a key leadership position reporting directly to the CEO. The Director will be responsible for leading and implementing the organization’s fundraising and marketing strategy, building and managing the development team, and driving advocacy and awareness of the organization’s mission, need, and deliverables to expand mission impact and organizational growth.

Requirements

Minimum B.A. or B. S.
Minimum of 3 years in a strategic leadership role
Strong organizational and communication skills.
Creative with an ability to manage multiple tasks and set priorities.
Strong leadership and team-building skills.
Ability and willingness to meet and work with various people in the community.
Working knowledge of computers, including spreadsheets and databases.
Ability to write, edit, and develop print materials and/or manage others in the production of those materials.
Employment offer will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check
Criminal Background check subject to Senior Staff review
Drug test

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree and CFRE preferred
5+ years preferred in a strategic leadership role

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy that includes identifying and cultivating individual, corporate, and foundation donors and prospects.
Lead and manage all aspects of the fundraising program, including major gifts, planned giving, annual fund, special events, and grant writing.
Develop and implement a marketing and branding strategy to support fundraising efforts, including creating collateral materials, social media content, and other communications to promote the organization’s mission, programs, and services.
Work closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, and community leaders.
Develop and implement strategies to raise awareness of the organization’s mission, programs, and services to increase its visibility and support.
Develop and implement strategies to engage and mobilize supporters to advocate for the organization’s mission and its impact on the community.
Represent the organization at community events, conferences, and other public forums to enhance the organization’s visibility and influence.
Identify and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including potential donors, community leaders, and elected officials, to advance the organization’s mission and goals.
Build and manage a high-performing development team that is aligned with the organization’s mission, values, and strategic priorities.
Provide leadership, guidance, and mentorship to development staff to build their capacity to achieve fundraising goals and to support the organization’s mission and goals.
Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning within the development team and across the organization.
Develop and implement performance metrics and evaluation tools to ensure the team’s performance meets or exceeds fundraising targets and other organizational goals.
Develop and implement a donor-centered fundraising approach that builds strong relationships with donors, emphasizes the organization’s mission and impact, and encourages donor engagement and investment.
Develop and maintain a donor recognition program that celebrates and acknowledges donors’ contributions to the organization.
Ensure the timely and accurate acknowledgement of all gifts and donations and the proper stewardship of donor relationships.
Work with the CEO and Board of Directors to develop and maintain a robust donor pipeline to support the organization’s long-term fundraising goals.
Develop and maintain effective systems and processes to support fundraising and development operations, including gift processing, database management, and reporting.
Develop and implement a fundraising plan that includes clear goals, metrics, and timelines for achieving fundraising targets.
Build and manage a budget for the development team that is aligned with the organization’s strategic priorities and goals.
Identify and implement technology solutions to support fundraising and development operations and to enhance donor engagement and stewardship.
Develop and implement strategies for identifying and cultivating major gift prospects, including individuals, corporations, and foundations, to expand the organization’s donor base.
Develop and maintain relationships with major gift donors through personalized engagement and stewardship activities, such as one-on-one meetings, cultivation events, and recognition programs.
Work closely with the CEO and Board of Directors to solicit major gifts and to develop tailored proposals and gift agreements that align with donors’ interests and the organization’s priorities.
Develop and manage systems for tracking and reporting on major gift fundraising progress and success.
Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, working collaboratively with the CEO and other senior leaders to develop and implement the organization’s strategic plan and vision.
Provide leadership and direction to the development team and other departments as needed to ensure alignment with the organization’s goals and objectives.
Lead the annual planning and budgeting process for the development department, ensuring that goals are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound (SMART).
Provide regular updates to the CEO and Board of Directors on fundraising progress and challenges and make recommendations for course correction as needed.
Represent the organization in public forums and develop and maintain relationships with external stakeholders, including donors, community leaders, and peer organizations, to advance the organization’s mission and goals.
Ensure compliance with the fundraising policies required of affiliates of HFHI and on the Quality Assurance Checklist.