Family Health Centers of San Diego is looking for a Director of Development who is a key leader, responsible for creating the overall development strategy of the organization. The Director of Development has responsibility for establishing and implementing the capital fund through successful solicitation of major and minor gifts; federal, state, and philanthropic grants; special events; donor communications and corporate and foundation support.
Responsibilities: - Possesses strong leadership and fund development skills; provides guidance and support to development staff; sets performance goals; and mentors staff to raise performance levels and increase fundraising year over year.
- Actively works with CEO to develop a comprehensive development plan to include corporate, foundation, government grants, and others.
- Actively works to build an active and diversified donor base; develops a long-term relationship with all FHCSD donors.
- Responsible for successfully producing the Spirit of the Barrio, four times a year; and the donor newsletter, Adelante, a companion piece to the Spirit of the Barrio luncheons, produced six times a year.
- Effective at overseeing daily organizational operations.
- Develops and articulates clear individual and team goals based on a sound annual development and communications plan so each team member understands their role in the overall effort.
- Develop a system to monitor all donor information, report statistical analysis to senior leaders.
- Develops a schedule of donor communications, tailored to current interests and past donors who support the FHCSD organization. Produced a minimum of six times a year.
- Develops and oversees regular events through the activities of the event/fundraising team (open houses, dedication of new facilities, groundbreakings, etc.).
- Through tours and Spirit of the Barrio, develops strong access/influence contacts.
- Cultivates a strong volunteer network.
Requirements:- Bachelor's degree required.
- 8-10 years' experience working in Development and Grants
- 5+ years' experience developing/leading events and developing solicitation campaigns.
- Traveling between sites and other locations is required as an essential function of the job. Must have a car, a valid California driver's license, and proof of minimum levels of car insurance as required under California law, although limits of $100,000 are recommended. An acceptable driving record is also required. California law requires all drivers to obtain a valid California driver's license within ten days of establishing residency. Mileage and other reimbursement governed by policy.
Experience/Specialized Skills - Demonstrated experience in cultivating and expanding cultivated donors and building relationships.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and oral; ability to influence and engage a wide range of donors and build relationships.
- Strong organizational skills; automate tracking for donor experience, research, and tracking efforts.
- Experience with developing and executing events (fundraising, ribbon-cutting, tours, dedications, etc.)
- Flexible and adaptable style; a leader who can positively impact both strategic and tactical fundraising initiatives.
- Creative
- Ability to easily engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside of the organization.
- High energy and passion for the organization's mission is essential.
- Ability to construct, articulate, and implement annual strategic development plan.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail; meets deadlines.
- Excellent donor relations skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Comfortable speaking to large or small groups
- A professional and resourceful style; the ability to work independently and as a team player, to take initiative, and to manage multiple tasks and projects at a time.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of professional experience in a nonprofit organization with demonstrated success in a development function (grants, direct solicitation, events, donor communications, minor/major gifts)
Rewards:- Job type: Full Time (In-Person/Onsite)
- Location: 4080 Centre St, San Diego, CA 92103
- Competitive Salary with Excellent Benefits
- Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave and Paid Holidays
- Medical/Dental/Vision/FSA/Life Insurance
- Employee Discounts and Wellness Programs
The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to community medicine and providing culturally competent care to the medically underserved.
We are excited to share that the salary range for this position is:
70,640.00 - 101,537.75
Information on our extensive benefits package can be found here: FHCSD Wellness - Employee Hub (gobenefits.net)
