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Position Title: Resource Development Director 

Reports to: President and CEO 

Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000 annually, depending on qualifications 

Primary Description:

The Resource Development Director is responsible for managing the activities related to the analysis, planning, execution, and evaluation of the annual fund development plan. Will supervise development staff responsible for grants management, special events, volunteers, and communications.  The Resource Development Director reports to the President and CEO, is a Sunflower House Leadership Team member, and serves as manager and staff liaison to the Board of Directors committees related to fundraising. The salary range for this position is $70,000 to $80,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. 

Specific Responsibilities:

Individual Donor and Major Gifts Cultivation and Solicitation

• Develop and implement strategies for cultivating and soliciting major gift fundraising, including determining ongoing relationships with prospects/donors, recommending specific purposes and levels of gifts, identifying those involved in the cultivation and subsequent solicitation, and assuring that solicitations are carried out.
• Manage relationships with  top and prospective donors and participate in all aspects of the gift cycle:
  • Initiate contacts with potential major gift donors.
  • Develop appropriate cultivation strategies, including coordinating meetings with the President, CEO, board, and volunteers.
  • Move potential donors in an appropriate and timely fashion toward solicitation and closure.
  • Make solicitations when appropriate or identify and work with others to make the ask.
  • Provide donor stewardship through regular communication, engagement, and recognition. 
• Present donors with planned giving opportunities.
• Work with the Board of Directors to identify and develop plans to cultivate individual donors.
• Manage the monthly giving program, focusing on recruiting new donors and retaining and upgrading existing donors with identified stewardship plans. 

Annual Fund

• Work with the Development team, Leadership team, and Board committees to create and submit a fund development plan annually.
• Responsible for the delegation, oversight, and success of the current fundraising activities: Valentine Gala, Tours, Corporate and Foundation support, Individual giving, Circle of Safety Campaign, United Way funding and outreach, matching gifts opportunities, and third-party events.

Grants Management

• Develop and write foundation and corporate grant proposals. This includes researching appropriate funding sources and information to support the application, coordinating relevant program information from program staff, and creating persuasive, grammatically correct, cohesive, and clear grant proposals.  
• Maintain a calendar that contains deadlines for all grant submissions, including proposals and reports. Submit grant reports in a timely manner as required by private funders.
• Manage and track grant expenditures with accounting personnel and monitor restricted funds.
• Collaborate with relevant program staff to keep them apprised of current grant requirements.

Department Management and Staff Supervision

• Serve as supervisor and coach to three full-time development staff members to ensure that all funding sources, community relations, communications, and volunteer programs and activities are consistent with each program or service’s overall mission and philosophy.       
• Provides regular team and individual staff supervision and training and prepares annual performance evaluations.
• Prepare and implement annual strategies to meet the strategic plan goals for resource development and communications.
• Determine annual and long-term fundraising goals and objectives. Prepares department budget, monitors expenditures, and meets revenue and expense goals.
• Create and maintain appropriate record-keeping systems for tracking donor participation and stewardship, as well as for identifying and cultivating prospects. 
• Implement an effective donor acknowledgment plan that is both timely and results in a strong sense of appreciation to both individuals and corporations.
• Oversee and manage agency communications and marketing plans.

Other Expectations

• Must be able to articulate the mission of Sunflower House through public speaking.
• Adheres to the highest ethical standards, demonstrating perseverance and sensitivity to the needs and interests of donors.
• Maintain appropriate confidentiality for agency clients and donors and overall agency finances, personnel, and operations.
• Remain current on fundraising best practices, marketing and public relations, special events management, volunteer recruitment and retention, and grants management procedures.
• Remain abreast of issues related to child abuse and neglect.
• Attend agency functions, including special events, board and committee meetings, staff, development team, leadership team meetings, and external community networking events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Requirements:

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in business, marketing, communications, public administration, or a related field.  
• Five years experience in nonprofit fundraising, including annual development and proven success in major gift solicitation. 
• Certified Fundraising Executive Certification (CFRE) is a plus. 
• Experience with fundraising software is recommended. 
• Ability to accomplish and advance fund development, communications, and marketing goals.  
• Must have supervisory experience and demonstrated ability to hire, manage, and mentor staff.  
• Proven experience in the preparation and monitoring of budgets and financial projections.  
• Must be detail-oriented, have exceptional public speaking and writing skills, have a professional and pleasant demeanor, and can relate well to a diverse audience. Work must be accurate, timely, and demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of all facets of fundraising and trends.  
• Knowledge of MS Office programs and Google.  
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license and insurability.  

Physical/Environmental/Other 

• Lift 25 pounds routinely. 
• Bend, sit and stoop regularly. 
• Work in an often stressful environment, requiring quick thinking in difficult situations. 
• Valid driver’s license and the ability to travel in and around the region
• Ability to effectively use all tools, devices, equipment, and computer systems required to fulfill essential functions of the position. 

To Apply:

Please email your cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references to Judi@SunflowerHouse.org. Please include Resoure Development Director in your subject line. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Those received by Friday, August 30, 2024, will be prioritized. 

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