Our client is a robust non -profit with several program divisions supporting communities throughout NYC. They are looking for a Development Director to join their team and enhance donor relationships to increase private funding. This individual will be responsible for managing a team and developing internal and external relationships regarding donor involvement. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exemplary communication skills and a passion for community outreach.
Responsibilities:

• Manage Development staff (Associate Director & Database Manager) and work in close partnership with Communications Team (Director & Website/Social Media Manager).
• Responsible for the qualification, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors with five- and six-figure capacity including multi-year commitments
• Plan and schedule donor visits to show program impact firsthand
• Be an effective steward; communicate with, educate, inspire and celebrate donors to give consistently and more
• Respond promptly and appropriately to all major donor inquiries and build authentic relationships with donors
• Develop and implement quarterly/ semi-annual personalized letters to major donors and track phone follow up and creation of authentic relationships with funders. Note all communications in database for moves management
• Create list of corporate partner prospects; develop and implement 12-month outreach plan to include volunteer opportunities for engagement, and request for corporate event sponsorship & grants
• Research, develop and implement Planned Giving campaign
• Manage Junior Board engagement in partnership with the Associate Director of Development
• Organize events with goal of increasing network of relationships & fundraising
• Lead preparation and implementation of annual gala including honoree/sponsor research, outreach and projections
• In partnership with the SVP, manage relationships with Board, Senior Staff and Honorees and direct and oversee Associate Director and Database Manager on all event related activities
• Provide monthly report on portfolio activity and progress; assist in projecting and tracking multi-year gift solicitations

Qualifications:

• 10 years' experience in development and fundraising
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles, strategies and trends in the non-profit sector
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with high-level donors including corporate partners
• Exceptional communication skills (verbal and written) and show progressive leadership experience and skills
• Able to build authentic relationships with partners, funders, supporters, and team members
• Must show strong team building and collaboration skills and talent/passion to take fundraising to the next level
• Ability to plan and launch new projects and processes

Desired Skills :

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent