Director of Advancement -Houston, TXESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: - Provide oversight for strategy, execution, and measurement of the effectiveness of all Cenikor Foundation development, special events, major gifts, grants, capital campaigns, and donor relation efforts.
- Design and implement an advancement plan that meets the needs outlined in the strategic plan, and are tailored to the philanthropic goals of the Foundation.
- Develop and implement a focused strategy for the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of donors.
- Plan and execute capital campaigns as outlined and approved with executive leadership.
- Prepare and/or provide oversight of the preparation of grants, proposals, gift acknowledgement letters and stewardship reports for prospects and donors on ongoing basis for each region/facility.
- Establish and maintain a prospect list for each region/facility.
- Assist board members and others to represent the organization effectively, to successfully solicit contributions and to cultivate current and prospective donors.
- Provide oversight for all foundation and philanthropic grants, including writing, submission, and grant calendar, including management of external and internal grant writers and their grant production.
- Work collaboratively with Events and Development Specialist to ensure oversight of all development/special event costs in accordance with pre-approved development plans and budgets. Ensure accurate documentation of donations, gift acknowledgement letters and reporting using Blackbaud.
- Develop ways for the community to become increasingly involved with Cenikor (including staff, the Board of Directors, the advisory board for each facility, and clients).
- Work with facility management teams to provide leadership, manage, train and supervise staff or contractors as needed related to event management, philanthropy or volunteer efforts. Suggest improvements where necessary.
- Articulate the mission, vision, values and goals of the Cenikor Foundation through correspondence, presentations and other opportunities.
- Ensure completion of Big 5 performance management tool by the required deadlines and use of SMART goals to support annual performance compensation review.
- Uphold the core principles of Cenikor's culture and create a positive working environment for all team members.
- Maintain strict confidentiality on all client and Foundation matters, referring questionable issues or activities to the Chief of Staff.
- Perform additional duties as assigned and consistent with the exempt functions as defined in this job description.
QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION:Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Excellent strategic philanthropic and development skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively; must work well under deadline pressure
- Strong attention to detail
- Flexible and open to change
- Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office required
- Ability to consistently uphold the Core Principles of Cenikor's Culture:
- Demonstrate mission of service to our clients
- Positive, respectful communication with both staff and clients
- Demonstrate self-motivation and perseverance to achieve goals
- Role model appropriate, professional behaviors including appropriate client boundaries
- Work effectively as part of a team, helping to set up others for success
Education:CFRE preferred
Experience: - Five years of Advancement, Development, Philanthropic Giving, Grant Writing, Public Relations, or related experience required.
- Minimum of two years of leadership of development staff.
- Experience with non-profit, substance use, health care, mental health or education is preferred.
IMPORTANT NOTES:Drug Free Workplace
