Description:
The Development Director is responsible for leading and executing the chapter's fundraising efforts, with a strong emphasis on individual giving, corporate partnerships, special events, volunteer and donor recruitment & cultivation, and community engagement. This role ensures alignment with organization and department policies and procedures, maintains accurate donor data in the CRM system, and drives revenue growth to support the area & chapter's goals.
Joining the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation provides an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause and shape the culture of a leading nonprofit organization. If you have a desire to do impactful work, while supporting a mission and making a difference, we invite you to apply.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Accountable for achieving fundraising budgets & volunteer leadership goals. Plan, execute, and evaluate fundraising events.
- Develop event budgets, sponsorship packages, and growth strategies to maximize revenue and engagement.
- Lead donor moves management by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual and institutional donors.
- Recruit and maintain strong relationships with board members, donors, volunteers, and community partners to support fundraising efforts.
- Develop and implement strategies for donor retention and growth, including personalized outreach and recognition.
- Communicate, educate, and raise awareness about CF and the Foundation’s mission to people with CF, families, and community members.
- Collaborate with Field Marketing Partner to manage external marketing & communications.
- Follow all organizational and departmental policies, procedures, and ethical standards related to fundraising and donor relations.
- Ensure fundraising activities align with department, area and chapter goals, and strategic priorities.
- Provide accurate forecasting of revenue and expenses for events.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Four-year college degree preferred or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
- Minimum of 4 years related non-profit experience.
- Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.
- Strong volunteer management experience.
- Strong attention to detail, organizational, financial, and planning skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
- Reports to the Associate Executive Director. No direct reports.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work nights and weekends, as necessary.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to meetings or events.
- Sitting, bending, reaching, and walking.
- Some heavy lifting may be required.