Development Director of Major Gifts
Ponte Vedra, FL Ponte Vedra, FL Full-time Full-time From $85,000 a year From $85,000 a year K9s For Warriors is the nation's largest provider of service dogs to veterans suffering from the invisible wounds of war, such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Our unique, in-house program helps change the lives of American heroes by pairing them with a battle buddy, who was likely a rescue dog and then teaching him or her to utilize that dog to mitigate the symptoms of their wounds.
In order to continue the great work, we are doing, we are in need of a Director of Major Gifts to join our amazing team! Role and Responsibilities Serving as the Major Gift fundraising strategist for K9s For Warriors, and as a member of the senior leadership team, the Director of Major Gifts will direct all Major Gift aspects of institutional fundraising initiatives and spearhead all strategies designed to implement a successful and sustainable Major Gift program.
Essential Functions and
Responsibilities:
Oversees and sets the direction and strategy of fund development for Major Gifts, including digital and direct response campaigns, capital campaigns, annual giving, fundraising events, foundation giving, and planned giving Sets and leads the successful achievement of fundraising goals for annual operations assigned to each member of the Major Gifts department Oversees strategy and execution for donor engagement, identification, cultivation, solicitation, securing and stewarding major and principal individual, and foundation Establishes performance measures, monitors results, and evaluates the effectiveness of the Major Gifts team and strategy Ensures a culture where effective teamwork, collaboration, and innovation are expected, recognized, and rewarded; leads by example with regard to appropriate risk-taking, cross-organizational cooperation, and clear standards of conduct Collaborates with marketing and education teams, Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, maintains accountability standards to donors and ensures compliance with the code of ethical principles of professional conduct for fundraising executives Advises the CEO and CDO on matters related to fundraising and philanthropy; maintains effective working relationships with the Board of Directors, staff members, volunteers, individual donors, foundations, corporations, and program partners Qualifications and Education Requirements Minimum of 7 years of professional development experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role Minimum of 5 years of professional experience managing projects and teams Bachelor's Degree in business, nonprofit management, or equivalent required.
Advanced degree(s) in business, public administration, accounting, or finance strongly preferred, CFRE preferred A demonstrated track record of working with board members, high-net-worth individuals, private foundations, and corporations Understanding of and experience with a variety of philanthropic channels among them:
annual fund and major gift programs, planned giving, and foundation and corporate partnerships Knowledge of Raisers Edge, Microsoft Office Suite, and database best practices and management theory Preferred Skills Ten years or more experience in fundraising Strong dedication to the K9s For Warriors mission Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills Proven ability to lead, inspire, mentor, and develop a goal-oriented team Enthusiasm and commitment to resource development and community impact work Analytical thinking skills with an ability to analyze data Demonstrated capacity for creative planning and implementation High level of self-direction and orientation to achieve results Core Competencies Coaching Customer Orientation Delegating Managing Persuasiveness Social Awareness Networking Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $85,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule:
Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate:
Ponte Vedra, FL 32081:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Application Question(s):
A Bachelor's Degree in business, nonprofit management, or equivalent required.
Advanced degree(s) in business, public administration, accounting, or finance strongly preferred, CFRE preferred.
What is your highest level of education and do you have a degree in one or more of the areas listed? Do you have a demonstrated track record of working with board members, high-net-worth individuals, private foundations, and corporations?
Experience:
professional development:
7 years (Preferred) professional team management:
5 years (Preferred) Fundraising:
10 years (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Our unique, in-house program helps change the lives of American heroes by pairing them with a battle buddy, who was likely a rescue dog and then teaching him or her to utilize that dog to mitigate the symptoms of their wounds.
In order to continue the great work, we are doing, we are in need of a Director of Major Gifts to join our amazing team! Role and Responsibilities Serving as the Major Gift fundraising strategist for K9s For Warriors, and as a member of the senior leadership team, the Director of Major Gifts will direct all Major Gift aspects of institutional fundraising initiatives and spearhead all strategies designed to implement a successful and sustainable Major Gift program.
Essential Functions and
Responsibilities:
Oversees and sets the direction and strategy of fund development for Major Gifts, including digital and direct response campaigns, capital campaigns, annual giving, fundraising events, foundation giving, and planned giving Sets and leads the successful achievement of fundraising goals for annual operations assigned to each member of the Major Gifts department Oversees strategy and execution for donor engagement, identification, cultivation, solicitation, securing and stewarding major and principal individual, and foundation Establishes performance measures, monitors results, and evaluates the effectiveness of the Major Gifts team and strategy Ensures a culture where effective teamwork, collaboration, and innovation are expected, recognized, and rewarded; leads by example with regard to appropriate risk-taking, cross-organizational cooperation, and clear standards of conduct Collaborates with marketing and education teams, Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and laws, maintains accountability standards to donors and ensures compliance with the code of ethical principles of professional conduct for fundraising executives Advises the CEO and CDO on matters related to fundraising and philanthropy; maintains effective working relationships with the Board of Directors, staff members, volunteers, individual donors, foundations, corporations, and program partners Qualifications and Education Requirements Minimum of 7 years of professional development experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role Minimum of 5 years of professional experience managing projects and teams Bachelor's Degree in business, nonprofit management, or equivalent required.
Advanced degree(s) in business, public administration, accounting, or finance strongly preferred, CFRE preferred A demonstrated track record of working with board members, high-net-worth individuals, private foundations, and corporations Understanding of and experience with a variety of philanthropic channels among them:
annual fund and major gift programs, planned giving, and foundation and corporate partnerships Knowledge of Raisers Edge, Microsoft Office Suite, and database best practices and management theory Preferred Skills Ten years or more experience in fundraising Strong dedication to the K9s For Warriors mission Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills Proven ability to lead, inspire, mentor, and develop a goal-oriented team Enthusiasm and commitment to resource development and community impact work Analytical thinking skills with an ability to analyze data Demonstrated capacity for creative planning and implementation High level of self-direction and orientation to achieve results Core Competencies Coaching Customer Orientation Delegating Managing Persuasiveness Social Awareness Networking Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $85,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule:
Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Ability to commute/relocate:
Ponte Vedra, FL 32081:
Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Application Question(s):
A Bachelor's Degree in business, nonprofit management, or equivalent required.
Advanced degree(s) in business, public administration, accounting, or finance strongly preferred, CFRE preferred.
What is your highest level of education and do you have a degree in one or more of the areas listed? Do you have a demonstrated track record of working with board members, high-net-worth individuals, private foundations, and corporations?
Experience:
professional development:
7 years (Preferred) professional team management:
5 years (Preferred) Fundraising:
10 years (Preferred) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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