Director of Development

Friends of the Family • Waterloo, IA

20d • $65,000 - $95,000

About The Position

The director of development will lead the agency’s fundraising and resource development efforts by building and maintaining partnerships, donor relationships, and executing a strategic fundraising plan. This position will be out and engaging donors, businesses, and general public about 70% of their work time. We are seeking someone who loves to connect, socialize and build relationships.

Requirements

• Must demonstrate ability to organize, prioritize and plan work to meet deadlines.
• Ensure confidentiality is in place for all people FOF serves.
• Bachelor Degree in marketing, sales, business OR combination of equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to travel throughout the FOF service area to deliver in-person engagement and to other locations within the state as necessary for training purposes.
• Ability to pass state, federal, and child abuse background checks.
• People First- When you exhibit people first, you show genuine care/concern for the well-being and success of others and act accordingly to support/uplift them.
• Discover & Do- When you exhibit discover and do, you take action to solve problems, improve functionality and make things happen.
• Equity and Inclusion- When you exhibit equity and inclusion you foster an environment where all people feel welcome, valued and that they can contribute their unique talents and experiences.
• Grit - When you exhibit grit you work to achieve excellence and continuously improve, even in the face of challenges and adversity.
• Understand, align with and practice under the following philosophies/models: Housing First Model, Trauma-Informed Care, Client-Centered Approach, Harm Reduction, and Low-Barrier Shelter.
• Believe in our 10-year vision: Everyone has a home.
• Believe in our mission: We are ending homelessness by leading with the Housing First approach, driving systemic change through strong community partnerships, and providing individualized support that prioritizes client choice.
• Understand the 6 components of the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS).

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in the following preferred: sales or fundraising, engagement, public speaking.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the execution and success of the development VTO.
• Works closely with the CEO to develop and implement creative fundraising strategies that inspire giving, strengthen donor loyalty, and advance Friends of the Family’s mission.
• Identify and build relationships with new and prospective donors and work to diversify revenue streams.
• Maintain long-term relationships with existing agency supporters.
• Build and maintain strong community relationships by representing Friends of the Family at outreach meetings, events, and networking opportunities with nonprofits, businesses, service clubs, and individual supporters.
• Solicit major gifts and planned giving opportunities.
• Responsible for the success of the Circle of Friends annual fund drive and other agency giving campaigns.
• Evaluates and updates current target markets.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director