Resource Development Director (Hybrid)

VisionGift•Portland, OR

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

VisionGift is a nonprofit organization founded in 1975 that provides ocular tissue for transplants, research, and medical education. The Resource Development Director leads fundraising programs and is accountable for building sustainable philanthropic revenue in support of VisionGift’s mission. This hands-on position combines fundraising strategy with direct donor engagement across individual giving, major and planned gifts, corporate partnerships, foundations, campaigns, and special events. The Director partners with the CEO, Board, Resource Development Committee, staff, and outside specialists, and may provide day-to-day direction to volunteers, support staff, or project-dedicated staff as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
At least 5 years of progressive nonprofit fundraising experience, including leadership of fundraising initiatives and revenue-generating programs.
Proven track record securing support from individual donors, corporate partners, and foundations, including direct solicitation and major gift fundraising.
Experience managing donor portfolios, fundraising campaigns, and donor CRM systems.
Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships and translate fundraising strategy into measurable revenue growth.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience engaging donors, executives, board members, and community stakeholders.
Strong project management, organizational, and financial management skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and donor management software.
High degree of professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential information.
Passion for VisionGift’s mission and commitment to ethical, financially responsible, donor-centered fundraising.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute annual and multi-year fundraising plans, goals, budgets, performance measures, and revenue forecasts aligned with organizational priorities.
Build and diversify contributed revenue through individual giving, major and planned gifts, corporate sponsorships, foundation support, campaigns, and events.
Monitor pipeline activity, donor retention, revenue performance, and return on investment; report progress and recommend course corrections to leadership and the Board.
Build and actively manage a qualified donor and prospect portfolio; conduct cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities to increase or renew support.
Engage and guide the CEO, Board, Resource Development Committee, and other organizational leaders in introductions, stewardship, hosting, and appropriate solicitations.
Create clear, consistent communications and storytelling, including newsletters, that align with VisionGift’s work and goals and motivate and engage donors.
Lead strategy for annual giving, sponsorships, special campaigns, grants, and fundraising events.
Oversee foundation and corporate prospecting, proposal development, grant reporting, and funder relationships.
Ensure accurate and timely gift processing, acknowledgments, donor records, reporting, and stewardship; maintain disciplined use of the donor CRM and protect confidential information.
Direct and develop resource development support staff and contractors; set priorities, clarify ownership, and maintain accountability for results.
Collaborate with marketing and communications to strengthen donor-centered messaging and expand awareness of VisionGift’s impact.