What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Development position at Beacon Mental Health?
POSITION SUMMARY
The Director of Development is an active member of the agency’s Executive Team. The position includes: researching internal and external resources to obtain information on grant proposals; writing local, state and federal grants; developing and coordinating Annual Giving as well as other fund raising efforts; keeping records of donors and follow-up reports necessary; coordinating all agency special events such as the Annual Birdies Fore Beacon event and other such activities as designated by the CEO; and working with the Social Media Development Specialist. In addition, the Director of Development works with the Social Media Development Specialist on agency publications, the agency web site, and remains highly visible in the community as a whole and in the fund-raising community specifically.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Individual and Corporate Giving
• Creates, builds, and grows relationships with community partners and potential donors. Works with colleagues from other agencies, as well as the Social Media Development Specialist, with the Infonet group.
• Works with the Social Media Development Specialist in stewardship of gifts and grants.
• Develops a relationship with corporate entities, businesses, foundations, and individuals in the community to improve the community’s understanding of the agency and increase financial giving.
• Ensures that all activities regarding fund raising, special events, and donor relations are focused to provide optimal service and understanding to internal and external customers.
• Works with the Social Media Development Specialist to develop a database of current and potential donors, including accurate and up-to-date giving amounts, call reports and other relevant information.
• Develops new sources of funding from foundations, business, individuals, and government.
Special Events
• Works with the Social Media Development Specialist in planning and coordinating agency events. These include fundraising events and internal staff events.
• Works with the Social Media Development Specialist on Beacon special events, with primary focus on sponsorships and generating unrestricted funding.
Social Media/Communications/Website
• Ensures agency written materials and website are current with practices at Beacon and behavioral health in general.
Grants
• Utilizes resources, both internal and external, in searching for grant proposals. Responsible for writing, tracking, and reporting on grants awarded. Works with directors and coordinators to identify needs that match donor and grantor funding interests. Stays current on grant opportunities available locally and nationally.
• Possesses a strong commitment to finding new sources of funding and to build a team-oriented funding base for the agency.
• Works with Directors and Coordinators to learn the programs and develop program narratives to complete grant drafts and grant reports for their review.
Foundation
• Serves as primary staff contact with the Beacon Mental Health Foundation, including recruiting board members, providing leadership in setting up meetings and involving members in the fundraising and other appropriate functions of the Foundation Board.
Internal and External Leadership
• Serves as a strong part of the “team,” involved in the staff events and activities.
• Works in a cooperative and problem-solving manner with members of the Executive Team and department managers.
• Participates as an Active Member of the Beacon Executive Team and Manager Team.
• Represents the agency in a cooperative, positive manner, identifying and reporting any concerns regarding improvement of the agency’s image among clients and the community.
• Possesses a strong commitment to meet financial objectives and meet an annual fundraising financial target set by the CEO.
• Demonstrates standards of professional conduct and courtesy to the community, clients, and staff.
• Accesses training opportunities as needed to improve skills and fulfill job responsibilities.
• Maintains knowledge of agency technology programs and/or systems needed to do the job and use them effectively.
• Assists CEO with special projects and other administrative tasks.
• CEO may assign other duties and/or responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
Education/Certifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• A knowledge of mental health terminology and practice is preferred.
• Accreditations such as Certified Fund Raising Professional (CFRP) are preferred.
Experience Required:
• A minimum of 7 years of position-related experience required, working at director-level or above employee at a small to mid-sized organization.
Required Knowledge:
• Prior proven ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting various deadlines.
• Manages and executes tasks with a high understanding of confidentiality.
Skills/Abilities:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Proficiency with social media platforms (i.e., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, websites, and video platforms).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage day to day activities of multiple individuals.
• Able to maintain an engaged, positive attitude in an ever-changing environment.
• Excellent customer service skills including oral and written communications skills to effectively interact with a wide variety of people.
The Director of Development is an active member of the agency’s Executive Team. The position includes: researching internal and external resources to obtain information on grant proposals; writing local, state and federal grants; developing and coordinating Annual Giving as well as other fund raising efforts; keeping records of donors and follow-up reports necessary; coordinating all agency special events such as the Annual Birdies Fore Beacon event and other such activities as designated by the CEO; and working with the Social Media Development Specialist. In addition, the Director of Development works with the Social Media Development Specialist on agency publications, the agency web site, and remains highly visible in the community as a whole and in the fund-raising community specifically.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Individual and Corporate Giving
• Creates, builds, and grows relationships with community partners and potential donors. Works with colleagues from other agencies, as well as the Social Media Development Specialist, with the Infonet group.
• Works with the Social Media Development Specialist in stewardship of gifts and grants.
• Develops a relationship with corporate entities, businesses, foundations, and individuals in the community to improve the community’s understanding of the agency and increase financial giving.
• Ensures that all activities regarding fund raising, special events, and donor relations are focused to provide optimal service and understanding to internal and external customers.
• Works with the Social Media Development Specialist to develop a database of current and potential donors, including accurate and up-to-date giving amounts, call reports and other relevant information.
• Develops new sources of funding from foundations, business, individuals, and government.
Special Events
• Works with the Social Media Development Specialist in planning and coordinating agency events. These include fundraising events and internal staff events.
• Works with the Social Media Development Specialist on Beacon special events, with primary focus on sponsorships and generating unrestricted funding.
Social Media/Communications/Website
• Ensures agency written materials and website are current with practices at Beacon and behavioral health in general.
Grants
• Utilizes resources, both internal and external, in searching for grant proposals. Responsible for writing, tracking, and reporting on grants awarded. Works with directors and coordinators to identify needs that match donor and grantor funding interests. Stays current on grant opportunities available locally and nationally.
• Possesses a strong commitment to finding new sources of funding and to build a team-oriented funding base for the agency.
• Works with Directors and Coordinators to learn the programs and develop program narratives to complete grant drafts and grant reports for their review.
Foundation
• Serves as primary staff contact with the Beacon Mental Health Foundation, including recruiting board members, providing leadership in setting up meetings and involving members in the fundraising and other appropriate functions of the Foundation Board.
Internal and External Leadership
• Serves as a strong part of the “team,” involved in the staff events and activities.
• Works in a cooperative and problem-solving manner with members of the Executive Team and department managers.
• Participates as an Active Member of the Beacon Executive Team and Manager Team.
• Represents the agency in a cooperative, positive manner, identifying and reporting any concerns regarding improvement of the agency’s image among clients and the community.
• Possesses a strong commitment to meet financial objectives and meet an annual fundraising financial target set by the CEO.
• Demonstrates standards of professional conduct and courtesy to the community, clients, and staff.
• Accesses training opportunities as needed to improve skills and fulfill job responsibilities.
• Maintains knowledge of agency technology programs and/or systems needed to do the job and use them effectively.
• Assists CEO with special projects and other administrative tasks.
• CEO may assign other duties and/or responsibilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES)
Education/Certifications:
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• A knowledge of mental health terminology and practice is preferred.
• Accreditations such as Certified Fund Raising Professional (CFRP) are preferred.
Experience Required:
• A minimum of 7 years of position-related experience required, working at director-level or above employee at a small to mid-sized organization.
Required Knowledge:
• Prior proven ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting various deadlines.
• Manages and executes tasks with a high understanding of confidentiality.
Skills/Abilities:
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Proficiency with social media platforms (i.e., Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, websites, and video platforms).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage day to day activities of multiple individuals.
• Able to maintain an engaged, positive attitude in an ever-changing environment.
• Excellent customer service skills including oral and written communications skills to effectively interact with a wide variety of people.
