Sr. Director of Development

Sr. Director of Development

Sr. Director of Development 150 150 Jaiyanni
Marillac St. Vincent
Published
June 7, 2023
Location
Chicago
Job Type
Contact Name (not public)
Jaiyanni Ortiz
Main Phone
7086970242

Description

Senior Director of Development

 STATUS: Full Time

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

CUSTOMARY HOURS: Mon-Friday 8:0am to 5pm

HOURS/WEEK: 40 hours, more when needed

DIVISION: St. Vincent de Paul Center

DEPARTMENT: Development

DIRECT SUPERVISOR: Chief Development Officer

DIRECTLY SUPERVISES: N/A

General Summary

The Director of Development is responsible for growing a donor portfolio from $300K to $1MM+ in 3-4 years from Divide. Responsible for planning and implementing a strategic fundraising plan in order to raise vital funds. They oversee all aspects of the process, including campaign strategy. Providing for the short- and long-term needs of the organization.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Personally, manages a portfolio of 125+ major gift, mid-gift and planned giving donors; developing and implementing written Moves Management process for each. Stewards donors through visits, written communications, tours, and events to sustain major and planned gift support. $1,000-$25,000+ • Supports the CDO’s and CEO’s major gift work with top prospects and members of the Board of Trustees. • Plan and implement account management strategy to ensure assigned accounts are given the appropriate amount of attention each year. • Develop long-term relationships through personal interactions with donors on assigned area of the country and strive to connect donor interests with the MSV mission. • Network through current donors to locate new giving prospects who can make major gifts. • Arrange for major donors and those with a large sphere of influence to interact with the MSV CEO, senior leadership, field staff and domestic/international projects, when appropriate. • Work with donors to set up planned giving, donor-advised funds, stock gifts, wills, etc. • Represent MSV in various settings, including speaking engagements directly related to major gift development. • Attend and participate in job related training programs as assigned.

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Collaborates with the Director of Marketing & Communications for marketing support of fund development activities, integrated campaigns, collateral materials, and other marketing support as necessary.

Job Description

• Assists CDO in instilling a collaborative work process across all fund development functions.

• Coordinates with CDO on scheduling and meeting preparation for Development Committee meetings.

Job Requirements

Experience/Education

• Extensive knowledge of fundraising strategies and principles.

• Excellent management and supervisory skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent interpersonal skills.

• Knowledge of tax planning principles and techniques that favor charitable giving.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (eight years) work experience.

• In addition to education or educational equivalent, requires 5 years or more work experience in fundraising or sales.

• Demonstrated ability to manage major accounts.

• Experience with developing new prospects.

• The ability to meet with donors virtually and in person.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Enjoys networking and building strong relationships

How To Apply