Director of Advancement

Job Summary 

At Joya Child & Family Development you will be working alongside inspiring, passionate, and supportive team members. The ideal candidate will display and promote the shared values of Compassion, Hope, Inclusion, Learning and Dedication with fellow employees, community partners, children, and families.       

The Director of Advancement will work closely with the Executive Director, Management Team, Board of Directors, and Foundation Trustees, to develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to advance Joya’s mission. The position’s primary responsibilities include planning, management, coordination, and evaluation of fundraising activities, communications, marketing, media, and community relations. 

Duties and Responsibilities:  

• Work closely with the Executive Director to create and implement strategic goals, vision, and budget for the advancement of Joya and Joya Foundation.  

• Plan and implement  annual giving,  fundraising campaigns, major gifts, donor stewardship and  events. 

• Plan and implement marketing and public relations strategies to support advancement goals including website, videos, print material, newsletters, and media.  

• Provide administrative support to the Joya Foundation President, Executive Committee, and Trustees. 

• Assist in recruitment of Joya Foundation trustees by networking with community members.  Provide orientation and follow-up with potential Joya Foundation trustees.  

• Oversee and manage the general operations of the Advancement office, maintenance, reporting and analytics of the donor database, and other activities in support of management, fundraising, marketing, and public relations.   

• Participate as a member of the Management team.  

• Perform other related duties as assigned  

Supervisory Responsibility:  

• Supervise and evaluate all personnel on the Advancement Department, ensuring performance meets goals, timelines, and objectives.  

• Make programmatic and administrative recommendations to the Executive Director in accordance with the organization’s mission, vision and values.  

Required Skills & Abilities:  

• Excellent management and supervisory skills.  

• Strong, verbal, written and listening communication skills to interact effectively.  

• Proven track record of success in setting, reaching, and exceeding fundraising goals 

• Organize, motivate, and lead a team to achieve established   goals, objectives, and targets. 

• Act in a respectful manner toward each person regardless of age, gender, race, nationality, religion, ethnicity, social or economic status, sexual orientation, health condition or disability.  

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.  

Education, Certifications and Position Requirements:  

• Bachelor's degree in non-profit management, public administration, communications, or business administration or related field (Preferred) 

• 5 years’ minimum experience in professional fundraising (Preferred) 

• CFRE Certified (Preferred) 

• Valid driver's license and vehicle with proof of insurance.  

Salary : $81,070 - $101,337