Director of Philanthropy

Summary/Objective
The Director of Philanthropy reports to the Vice Present of Philanthropy and is part of a high-functioning and development team dedicated to maintaining the vibrancy, health, and prosperity of Housing Assistance Corporation. The Director of Philanthropy will be responsible for executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy focused on major gifts and planned giving initiatives. This role will involve cultivating relationships with donors, managing a portfolio of high-capacity giving prospects, and working collaboratively with the leadership team to advance the mission 

Essential Functions 
•    Execute a plan for major and planned giving efforts that align with the department’s overall fundraising goals.
•    Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with 50 major gift and planned giving donors and prospects.
•    Organize and conduct regular meetings and events to engage donors and prospects.
•    Implement the moves management program to identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward prospects.
•    Provide technical assistance to donors regarding options for planned gifts.
•    Work closely with the development team and senior leadership to identify key funding priorities and develop compelling cases for support.
•    Utilize metrics to evaluate and report on the progress of major and planned giving initiatives.
•    Prepare regular reports to the Vice President of Philanthropy on fundraising activities and donor engagement.
•    Represent the Housing Authority of Cape Cod in the community, attending events and meetings to raise awareness of the organization’s mission and fundraising needs.
•    Raise gifts to compete the final phase of the capital campaign.
•    Identify, research, rate, and pursue new relationships to cultivate new prospects with the capacity to increase giving to $5,000 .
•    Identify new prospective donors through their event participation 
•    Collaborate with Development Team on marketing materials, development events.
•    Serve as an ambassador and spokesperson for the organization and articulate our mission to external constituents.
•    Together with the Vice President of Philanthropy to educate and train board members and senior staff in donor cultivation and professional fundraising techniques.
•    Collaborate with staff to develop and produce regular analytic reports for senior management and Board Members that synthesize the financial progress and trends of fundraising activities.
•    Attends staff meetings and trainings as required.

Required Qualifications, Education, and Experience
•    Bachelor’s Degree.
•    Minimum 5-8 years of directly related experience with major and planned gifts, preferably in the Cape Cod region.
•    Proven track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising goals.
•    Experience with staff and board management, engagement and development.
•    Demonstrated experience cold calling and asking for donations.
•    Demonstrated success in developing and implementing effective fundraising strategies.
•    Donor communications experience.
•    Experience managing a capital campaign.
•    Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills; persuasive, credible and polished communicator both written and verbal.
•    Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office and database management, specifically Raiser’s Edge.
•    Knowledge of tax laws and regulations relating to charitable giving is a plus.
Preferred Qualifications, Education, and Experience
•    Creative, independent, and strategic thinker.
•    Self-starter with a proven ability to meet and complete multiple tasks with solid deadlines.
•    Passion for social justice, housing as a base need, and the values of Housing Assistance Corporation.
•    Ability to work as a Team Player is essential.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and a cover letter detailing relevant experience and qualifications. The Housing Authority of Cape Cod is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Physical and Mental Job Requirements
•    Use of and/or subject to:
o    Driving to meetings, may drive HAC vehicle for bus tours, etc.
o    Computers/monitors
•    Physical requirements:
o    Frequent standing
o    Frequent sitting
o    Frequent walking
o    Frequent handwriting and typing
o    Constant hearing
o    Frequent speaking
•    Mental requirements:
o    Understand and apply routine verbal and/or written instructions
o    Understand and apply non-routine verbal and/or written instructions
o    Understand complex problems and collaborate to explore alternative solutions
o    Organize actions to complete sequential and/or routine tasks
o    Organize and prioritize individual work schedule to manage multiple tasks and/or projects
o    Organize and prioritize the work schedules of others to manage multiple tasks and/or projects
o    Make decisions that have an impact on the individual’s work
o    Make decisions that have an impact on the immediate work unit’s operations and/or services
o    Make decisions that have significant impact on a department’s credibility, operations, and/or services
o    Make decisions that have an impact on the health and wellbeing of clients
o    Communicate and exchange routine/basic information
o    Communicate and explain a variety of information
o    Communicate in-depth information for the purpose of interpreting, and/or negotiating
o    Memorization/concentration
o    Learning/knowledge retention
o    Preparing/analyzing numerical figures
o    Analyzing/examining/testing data
o    Emotional/behavioral self regulation
o    Interacting with others

Work Environment
•    The functions of this role are conducted in an office environment.

Hours of Work
•    This role is paid on a salaried basis.
•    Typically, full-time salaried employees work 35 hours during a Monday through Friday workweek. However, this is a salaried position. Therefore, the individual is expected to work as required to complete the duties of the position. This may mean hours beyond 35 per week are required.

Why Join HAC?  

By joining HAC, you will contribute to life-changing work that provides affordable housing and strengthens our community. You will have the unique opportunity to lead development strategies that impact both housing development and social services, making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families across Cape Cod and the Islands. At Housing Assistance Corporation, we know that our employees are at the heart of our success. That’s why we provide a supportive, flexible work environment and a generous benefits package, including:  
  
•    Flexible Work Environment to support your work-life balance.  
•    Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Time, and 13 Holidays.  
•    Paid Family Leave for when life calls.  
•    Comprehensive Medical Coverage with low premiums and deductibles, plus company contributions to a Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) worth thousands.  
•    Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.  
•    Dental and Vision Insurance to keep you smiling.  
•    Life Insurance and Disability Coverage paid by the company, along with voluntary supplemental plans.  
•    403(b) Retirement Plan with company contributions to secure your future.  
•    Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering support when you need it.  
•    Fun and Engaging Company Events: From bowling and potlucks to company celebrations, we value a workplace where you can connect with your colleagues.  
•    Exclusive Employee Discount Programs for extra savings.  

AAP/EEO Statement
The Housing Assistance Corporation (“HAC”) is committed to a firm policy in favor of equal employment opportunity and will abide by all applicable state and federal regulations by not discriminating against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability or veteran status. Our commitment to equal employment opportunities shall include employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves or other absences from work, layoff, compensation and benefits, selection for training or other education, professional opportunities and conflict resolution.
It is also the policy of HAC to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of their status as woman, minority or individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.

Please inform us of any necessary accommodations required during the application process and/or at any time during employment.

Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. 

Salary : $110,000