Senior Director of Development

The Samaritan Inn•McKinney, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Samaritan Inn is a comprehensive housing stability program that supports individuals in realizing dignity and gaining independence. As a key member of the Development Team, the Senior Director of Development will be a consistent and focused leader responsible for overseeing the organization's fundraising efforts with foundations, giving circles, and grants. This position requires a visionary leader who can cultivate strong relationships with donors, grant-making bodies, and stakeholders, while also leading a high-performing team of grant-writing professionals. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in fundraising strategy, grant writing, and donor cultivation, combined with strong management skills to guide and inspire a diverse team.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required
Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit development, with at least 3 years in leadership in the DFW area
Proven track record of successfully leading fundraising campaigns and securing major grants
Experience in grant writing, grant management, and cultivating long-term relationships with grant-making bodies
Experience managing and mentoring teams, with a demonstrated ability to lead diverse groups of individuals to achieve shared goals
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization and with external stakeholders
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess situations, prioritize actions, and make data-driven decisions
Expertise in fundraising software, Donor Perfect, and/or Salesforce CRM system
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of fundraising best practices, giving circles, trends, and regulatory requirements
High level of professionalism and discretion in dealing with confidential information

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in nonprofit management, business, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Mentor and provide guidance and support to ensure high performance and professional growth
Foster a collaborative and inclusive grant team culture that encourages creativity, accountability, and continuous improvement
Set clear goals and performance metrics for each team member, ensuring alignment with organizational fundraising objectives and the strategic plan
Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and development opportunities to enhance individual and team performance
Build and maintain relationships with high-net-worth donors, foundations, and corporate partners, working to increase financial support for the organization’s mission
Identify new fundraising opportunities and expand the donor base through targeted outreach based upon wealth management screening and generations identified
Ensure the fundraising plan integrates with the organization’s overall strategic goals and mission
Oversee the grant development process, including identifying potential funding sources, writing compelling proposals, and managing relationships with grantors
Monitor and report on grant outcomes to ensure compliance with funder requirements and maximize future funding opportunities
Collaborate with the programs team to understand funding needs and align grant proposals with program objectives
Work with the business office and Chief Development Officer to set annual fundraising budgets and ensure fundraising initiatives are executed within budget constraints
Monitor revenue and expenses associated with fundraising efforts, providing regular reports to the Chief Development Officer
Use data and analytics from CRM to assess the effectiveness of fundraising activities and adjust strategies as needed