Job Summary:
The Director of Development will plan and implement a development and fundraising program to provide for the short- and long-term needs of the organization.
Duties/ Responsibilities:
- Works with the College President to determine the mission, purpose, and priorities of the
- Sets annual monetary goals and budgets according to short- and long-term
- Establishes fundraising objectives for the College, setting one-year, five-year, and longer-term
- Maintains a list of potential financial donors including corporations, foundations, and
- Produces relevant and informative fundraising literature for distribution to previous donors and the public.
- Researches potential sources of, and applies for, grants and public
- Oversees the fundraising process and maintains records of receipts and disbursements of
- Plans fundraising events that effectively communicate the purposes of the
- Performs other related duties as
Required Skills/ Abilities:
- Extensive knowledge of fundraising strategies and
- Excellent management and supervisory
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Excellent interpersonal
- Knowledge of tax planning principles and techniques that favor charitable
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar field
- Five years of experience in fundraising for a nonprofit organization highly
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at