DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Dreamyard Project • New York, NY

221d • $105,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Development collaborates closely with the Co-Executive Directors and the Board of Directors to steward and build a growing number of foundation, individual and corporate donors at DreamYard, raising $5,000,000 per year within the context of an annual organizational budget of $7,000,000 (earned revenue makes up the difference). The Director will lead a Development Department team of four, composed of two full-time Managers, one part-time Marketing Coordinator and an Event consultant. The Director will oversee all fundraising campaigns and appeals (with day-to-day logistical support), including the annual appeal, donor stewardship events such as our Salon Series and Poetry Slam Finals, and events including the Annual Celebration. The Director will support and guide the Executive Directors in establishing and cultivating relationships with major donors, lead the development of strategies for cultivating and securing institutional and corporate partners as well as major donors, serve as a key liaison to DreamYard's Board of Directors, create and manage the Development Team's annual budget, and oversee digital communications and brand assets. The Director will also manage three direct reports and participate in regular Leadership Team meetings, providing leadership throughout the organization as it relates to development, donor relations, and setting organizational goals aligned with DreamYard's mission, values, and commitment to racial equity.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent.
• 5-7 years of development experience, including with individual giving, major donors, corporate or foundation fundraising.
• Working knowledge of special events.
• Knowledge of donor management systems and digital communications.
• Interest in the arts, race equity and youth development.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading an effective annual development plan.
• Experience with raising a significant amount annually from a diverse set of funding sources.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and general communication skills.
• Demonstrated creative problem solving and strategic planning skills.
• Strong leadership skills, with an emphasis on listening, empathy, collaboration and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all fundraising campaigns and appeals, including the annual appeal and donor stewardship events.
• Support and guide the Executive Directors in establishing and cultivating relationships with major donors.
• Lead the development of strategies for cultivating and securing institutional and corporate partners as well as major donors.
• Serve as a key liaison to DreamYard's Board of Directors.
• Create and manage the Development Team's annual budget.
• Oversee digital communications and brand assets.
• Manage three direct reports and an Event Consultant.
• Participate in regular Leadership Team meetings.

Benefits

• Salary range of $105,000-$120,000 commensurate with experience.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Generous paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree