Development Director

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Organization Name: 
Grassroots Fund
Date Posted: 
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Closing Date: 
Sunday, August 11, 2024
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The Development Director leads all organizational efforts and strategy for fundraising and development through strategic planning and execution. This role works closely with the Co-Directors and the Data & Learning Director to build and execute a multi-year development plan which strategically engages the Grassroots Fund network to support community-led projects and participatory grantmaking processes.

Responsibilities: 

● Strategic development of fundraising plan:

The Development Director leads the ongoing development of the organization's multi-year fundraising strategy. This includes the design, implementation, tracking and evaluation of an annual development plan. Including strategies for the engagement of foundations, major donors, corporate donors and small donors as strategically relevant. This plan should be informed by the multi-year income plan which is led by the Co-Directors and supported by the Development Director.

● Execution of all organizational fundraising: The Development Director leads all fundraising activities for the organization for long term financial health and stability. Tasks include:

○ Identify, cultivate, solicit prospective major donors, steward existing donors and strengthen relationships with corporate and foundation partners

○ Design and produce annual appeal campaign(s), including marketing, promotional and outreach materials in collaboration with contracted Communications support

○ Research and pursue new funding opportunities

○ Lead the application and reporting process for all grants. This includes seeking support and reflection from other staff as necessary

○ Network at selected community and leadership events

○ Deliver presentations on programs to various groups as needed to build relationships and secure funding

○ Workwith the Co-Directors to strategically engage the Board of Directors in fundraising efforts

○ Oversee the collecting, organizing, and maintaining of a complete and accurate database records of donors and funding received. Establish tracking tools and monitor monthly. Participate in annual audit as needed.

○ Workwith Program Managers to ensure all necessary data is trackable and accessible when needed such as program stories, photos, testimonials and demographic information

● Communications collaboration: The Development Director is responsible for ensuring that the organization maintains effective communication with funders at all levels. Tasks include:

○ Leadinmaintaining necessary communication with all donors

○ Collaborate with other staff on shared communication efforts such as newsletters, social media posts, and website updates

○ Leadall development specific communications such as the annual report, appeals and any additional communications

○ Connect with Program Managers for their reflections on how specific stories from grantees, readers and applicants from their program can be leveraged to support fundraising communications .

As the Grassroots Fund is a small non-profit, we seek someone who can work well independently and manage multiple projects and priorities. Candidates should have a high level of comfort working with online organizing tools like Google Docs/Drive and Zoom. A candidate needs to have the ability to travel regularly within New England- and occasionally beyond- and participate in occasional evening and weekend obligations. We are looking for someone with flexibility and creative, solution-seeking skills.

Qualifications: 

Education/Experience/Skills:

Strong candidates for this position bring the following skills, either lived or learned:

● Deepcommitment to social and environmental justice, with a strong alignment to the mission, values and guiding practices of the Grassroots Fund

 ● Familiarity with and basic understanding of black feminist theory and environmental justice history 

● Proven track record in fundraising and development within the nonprofit sector, including creating and managing a multi-year development strategy and building sustainable revenue streams from individual donors, foundations, and corporate partners

● Experience in all aspects of grant lifecycle management, including prospect research, proposal writing, grant tracking, and reporting

● Strong ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, foundations, and other key stakeholders, demonstrating a history of successful donor stewardship;

● Knowledge of the New England region's social and environmental landscape and/or experience in participatory/democratic grantmaking practices are a plus.

Candidates should have passion for and commitment to environmental, social and economic justice and believe in the power and impact of grassroots action leading to a just transition. Weare looking for a proven ability to work productively and respectfully across diverse communities and populations.

Compensation and Benefits: 

The Development Director is a full-time position of 40 hours with a competitive benefits package and a compensation range of $73,150 to $75,240, depending on experience and education. A copy of our salary framework is available upon request. The New England Grassroots Environment Fund is a nonprofit organization and an equal opportunity, at-will employer.