**About Us**
We are a dedicated movement of educators focused on enhancing student learning and elevating the teaching profession. Our mission centers on advocating for policies that provide every student access to quality education. We empower teachers as essential agents of change, underscoring the significant impact classroom educators have on student achievement.
**What We Do**
Our commitment is anchored in two primary goals: improving student outcomes and raising the standards of the teaching profession. We pursue these objectives by:

• Advocating for policy reforms at various governmental levels
• Transforming our educators' union to prioritize student needs, inclusion, and anti-racism
• Organizing educators who envision an equitable and excellent school environment
• Supporting and training teacher leadership
• Promoting teacher-led initiatives in government and public education discussions

**The Opportunity**
We are seeking an experienced individual to lead fundraising initiatives across both national and regional donor portfolios. Responsibilities include executing fundraising strategies, managing Daily Development team operations, and overseeing donor management processes. This role requires collaboration with cross-organizational leaders to achieve a fundraising goal of at least $8.9 million.
**Key Responsibilities**

• **Fundraising Leadership:** Develop and implement strategies for national and regional donor portfolios. Engage in frontline fundraising, prepare quality materials, and stay updated on philanthropic trends.
• **Team Management:** Lead a diverse team, fostering a high-performance culture and strong organizational relationships. Encourage a solutions-oriented team environment.
• **Development Operations:** Create effective strategies for development operations, manage CRM systems, and lead training sessions to enhance fundraising capabilities.
• **Cultural Leadership:** As a development leader, promote core values and an inclusive culture, actively championing anti-racist practices and striving for continuous improvement.

**Qualifications & Requirements**

• **Experience:** 10 years in nonprofit strategy, fundraising, and operations with a measurable record of revenue generation. Familiarity with CRM systems and team management is essential.
• **Technical Skills:** Bachelor's degree required, alongside strong communication, organizational skills, and experience with Salesforce. Proficiency in G-suite, Slack, and presentation tools is preferred.
• **Transportation & Availability:** This role involves frequent travel (about 25%), requiring participation in meetings and events at various locations. Flexibility for occasional weekend and evening work is expected.

**Core Values**

• **Dynamic Leadership:** Strategic thinking and bold vision-setting for the donor portfolio.
• **High-Quality Work:** Commitment to excellence in all outputs.
• **Ambition & Adaptability:** Setting ambitious goals and adapting to changing landscapes.
• **Communication & Solutions Orientation:** Active listening and effective response in addressing challenges.

**Functional Knowledge**
Expertise in fundraising best practices, particularly foundation fundraising and grant writing, is crucial. Familiarity with education policy and the political landscape is preferred.
**Compensation & Benefits**
We value our team members and offer competitive salaries and benefits, including paid time off, health insurance, and pre-tax benefits. The salary range for this role is between $125,000 and $200,000, based on experience and location.
**COVID-19 Policy**
Compliance with our COVID-19 vaccination policy, mandating full vaccination prior to employment, is required. Exemptions may be allowed for medical or religious reasons.
**Equal Opportunity Employer**
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals feel a sense of belonging. We provide reasonable accommodations throughout the interview process to ensure accessibility for all candidates.
Employment Type: Full-Time