What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Director position at Skookum Kids?
In this role, you'll cultivate a durable network of major and regular givers and lead the development team. This is a key leadership role at Skookum Kids. We’re looking for someone who can grow our fundraising efforts, build lasting relationships, and help lead our team.
Job Description: Development Director
Summary
Cultivate a durable network of major and regular givers and lead the development team
Reports To
Founder/CEO
Qualifications
Experience with a relationship-centric approach to fundraising
Donor-centric orientation
Unimpeachable integrity
Creativity in problem solving
Data-driven decision making
Aspiration to embody the values of Skookum Kids
Growth mindset
Access to a reliable work computer (we are BYOD workplace)
Key Responsibilities
● Grow the non-institutional fundraising from $600,000 to $1,200,000 in annual giving in 5 years.
● Inspire healthy excellence among the development team.
● Cultivate a culture of generosity across every level of the organization.
● Serve as the organization’s chief storyteller, seeking out sharing ethically the best examples of Skookum’s work and the impact it can have on children, families, and the community at large.
● Expand the geographical reach of our fundraising into all communities where we serve children.
● Coordinate diverse participation in the organization’s fundraising efforts including as chair of the fundraising subcommittee of the board.
● Assume ownership of the organization’s two major events—a charity poker tournament in the spring and a fall fundraiser—and grow them in both size and return on investment.
● Maintain accurate & secure donor data, and extract insight from that data to inform resource allocation decisions.
Hours & Compensation
Full-time; starting salary: $80,000–$90,000
A generous benefits package including health insurance, matching retirement, flexible time off, a professional development budget, and a sabbatical once every 7 years.
To apply, send a resume and cover letter to rd3@skookumkids.org.
Salary : $80,000 - $90,000