What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Development position at W3Global?
Job Description For Director Of Development
Reports To: Artistic Director/CEO and COO
Area of Responsibility: Development
What We're Looking For
We're seeking an ambitious, relationship-driven fundraiser who thrives at the intersection of creativity and strategy. You're a natural networker and negotiator, equally comfortable engaging with individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and government entities. You have a knack for event planning, advocacy, and community building, and you're eager to champion as an inspiring force in Client.
If you're passionate about making a difference through the arts and skilled at leading fundraising campaigns that break the mold, we want to hear from you.
Your Mission
As the Director of Development, you'll lead the charge to grow client revenue, ensuring we continue to innovate, inspire, and connect with our community. This is more than a fundraising role-it's a chance to advocate for the arts, forge strategic partnerships, and play a pivotal role in shaping client legacy.
Key Responsibilities
Reports To: Artistic Director/CEO and COO
Area of Responsibility: Development
What We're Looking For
We're seeking an ambitious, relationship-driven fundraiser who thrives at the intersection of creativity and strategy. You're a natural networker and negotiator, equally comfortable engaging with individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and government entities. You have a knack for event planning, advocacy, and community building, and you're eager to champion as an inspiring force in Client.
If you're passionate about making a difference through the arts and skilled at leading fundraising campaigns that break the mold, we want to hear from you.
Your Mission
As the Director of Development, you'll lead the charge to grow client revenue, ensuring we continue to innovate, inspire, and connect with our community. This is more than a fundraising role-it's a chance to advocate for the arts, forge strategic partnerships, and play a pivotal role in shaping client legacy.
Key Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership: Craft and execute bold fundraising strategies to achieve double-digit growth, aligning with our mission and new strategic vision.
- Grant Management: Identify new grant opportunities, conduct in-depth research and analysis to optimize ask amounts, and ensure our requests are competitive yet realistic. Oversee the entire grant lifecycle, from application to stewardship.
- Build and Empower Teams: Lead and mentor a dedicated Development team while collaborating with the Board of Directors, Artistic Director/CEO, and COO.
- Donor Relationships: Cultivate and steward a diverse portfolio of major donors, corporations, and foundations, leveraging your networking skills to deepen connections and increase giving.
- Advocacy and Partnerships: Act as a community advocate, lobbying government agencies, liaising with board members, and collaborating with financial institutions to secure critical support.
- Event Mastermind: Oversee signature events like our Ballet Ball and design innovative fundraising experiences that inspire and engage donors.
- Innovation in Giving: Implement cutting-edge fundraising methodologies, champion planned giving programs and explore creative opportunities to expand our donor base.
- A proven track record in non-profit fundraising with a balance of corporate and individual giving experience. (6-8 years preferred)
- Expertise in building relationships that drive results.
- Exceptional leadership and team-building skills.
- A vision for community engagement and a passion for the arts.
- A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of your work.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
