DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
About The Position
UCP of Long Island is a not for profit agency whose mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of persons with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. We are proud of our over 75 year history in creating opportunities and helping to fulfill the dreams of thousands of individuals and families. We remain committed to our goal of Creating Life Without Limits for People With Disabilities! We are looking for a dynamic, experienced professional to oversee our Department of Development and Public Relations. A successful candidate should be able to create and coordinate comprehensive fund-raising plan to adequately fund agency’s current and long-term financial needs; establish and maintain recognized, respected UCP presence in the community. Maximize all existing fundraising campaigns and develop new contacts and opportunities.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or five to ten years related experience and/or training.
- Non-profit experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Work with Assistant Director of Development to plan annual budget reflecting anticipated income/expenses of all events/campaigns with monthly expectations.
- Review all printed and visual materials representing the agency in the community.
- Work with other departments on preparation of same.
- Recruit and staff volunteer leaders.
- Manage and maximize productivity of professional and support staff under my supervision.
- Cultivate contributors and corporate relationships/maintain timely contact with all major donors.
- Solicit donations from major contributors.
- Provide professional support as needed to Board of Directors.
- Represent UCP in the community.
- Advise CPC Fundraising/PR.
- Establish/maintain procedures for recording/acknowledging all gifts.
- Meet with all campaign/event committees as needed or designate appropriate staff members to do such.
- Prioritize/supervise daily tasks of event & marketing/communication managers and appropriate support staff.
- Review grant proposals.
- Prepare monthly budget update, revise projections as necessary.
- Be present at all major fundraising events.
- Be available to chair people, volunteer leaders, Board of Directors at all times.
- Train volunteers in cultivation and solicitation.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical and Dental Insurance
- Retirement - Defined Contribution Pension Plan and 403B plan
- Voluntary AFflac and Whole Life Insurance plans
- Four weeks’ Vacation, and other generous PTO
- Tuition Reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
