Director of Development

Job Title:Director of Development

Team:Development

Classification:Full-Time, Exempt

Reports To:Executive Director

Direct Reports:Community Engagement Coordinator, Major Gifts Manager, Events and Communications Manager, Grants and Data Manager

Effective Date:January 2023

Position Summary

The Director of Development is responsible for the improvement of Oliver Gospel’s brand awareness, marketing and fundraising strategy, and ensuring that Oliver Gospel has the necessary funding to function. This includes the creation and implementation of a comprehensive marketing and fundraising plan, the development of a highly efficient and effective team, personal involvement in solicitation of donations, and oversight of all donor and marketing outreach and communications. The Director of Development not only leads the Development team in their contribution to the organization, but also leads the Organization in its compliance with and contribution to the plan. Effectively managing up and across the organization with expert communication is crucial.

Position Qualifications

For Employment with Oliver Gospel

A believer in Jesus Christ

Affirm without reservation Oliver Gospel’s Statement of Faith

Fully support Oliver Gospel’s Statements of Mission, Vision and Values

Ability and desire to work in harmony with other Oliver Gospel employees

Due to sensitivity for potential impact upon Oliver Gospel’s Program Participants, the use of tobacco

and/or vaping products is not permitted during scheduled work hours or at any Oliver Gospel event

Valid South Carolina driver’s license

For the Director of Development

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience and education in non-profit management, communications, fundraising, business or a related field

Ability to create and administer a comprehensive marketing and fundraising plan

Experience in staff development and supervision

Energy, enthusiasm and a flair to work hard to achieve ambitious targets

Ability to work independently while staying aligned with the priorities of the supervisor

Knowledge of PC-based software, donor database and relevant applications and office equipment

Position Responsibilities

Oversee the Development Team; work closely with the Executive Director to meet target goals

Oversee the annual marketing and fundraising strategy implemented by the development team

Create and maintain an updated list of development processes and procedures by team role

Ensure that development tools are being used efficiently and collecting accurate donor and financial data

Implement efficient strategies for promoting and raising financial and material resources

Oversee the identification and cultivation of new prospective donors

Pursue gifts-in-kind donations from existing and new donors, business partners, and other resources

Collaborate with the Business Team in collecting and reporting relevant gifts-in-kind data

Facilitate annual direct mail (acquisition and cultivation) with third party direct mail company

Create an overall fundraising plan that details long-range fundraising plans

Oversee an annual individual giving plan which includes recruitment and development of new donors

Solicit sponsorships, donations, corporate matching gifts and charitable bequests

Assign public appearances and speaking engagements to responsible parties to promote OG

Oversee the planning and execution of Oliver Gospel events

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor

Core Competencies

Strong team player

Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

Strong administrative and organizational skills

Ability to prioritize with an emphasis on quality and accuracy of work

Ability to delegate responsibilities to execute multiple occurring projects

Ability to solve problems, think critically and use sound judgment in decision making

Ability to perform all duties with integrity and excellence

Ability to honor confidences and keep confidential information

Model a servant attitude

Mental and Physical Demands

Ability to work in a changing, growth-oriented environment

Ability to concentrate, apply mental processes and move seamlessly from one task to another

Ability to manage urgency and stress and to work well under the pressure of deadlines

Ability to work with disruptions, critical issues and emotional individuals

Ability to operate with a positive attitude

Ability to participate in travel experiences

Ability to move about inside the facility to engage employees, clients and/or guests

Ability to frequently bend, squat, kneel, reach upward and/or outward in performing tasks

Ability to frequently lift, carry, push and/or pull items weighing up to 25 pounds

Ability to engage in limited exposure to publicly transmitted diseases, such as colds, viruses, etc.