Director of Development
Director of Development
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$ 100000 - 110000
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Job Description
Are you ready to uplift and support elementary school girls through your work Were seeking a passionate and experienced Director of Development to join our dynamic Scientific Adventures for Girls (SAfG) team. If youre seeking impactful mission-based work and are ready to make a difference youre in the right place.
About Us
SAfG is on a mission to break down barriers for girls in STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) from an early age. Our hands-on programs in East Bay schools aim to inspire equip and engage girls in STEM fields. Were paving the way for future female scientists and engineers! Learn more about our programming and funders.
Why Work with Us
- Competitive Salary: $100000 - $110000 per year (based on experience). This is a salaried exempt position working 40 hours per week.
- Hybrid Position: Experience a mix of remote work and working in our Berkeley offices with our collaborative and fun team.
- Perks and Benefits: We value our team and offer a range of competitive benefits including health dental vision paid time off professional development gym access.
- Team Collaboration: Were not just colleagues; were a supportive collaborative team.
- See SAfG in Action!
Your Role
The Director of Development will spearhead fundraising efforts to grow SAfG from its current $850000 in annual corporate grants to $2M in annual revenue. Working closely with the Executive Director and board of trustees youll develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy focused on expanding individual and major gifts while strengthening existing corporate partnerships. This new leadership position requires a strategic thinker with proven experience in major gift solicitation donor relationship management and grant writing. Youll create meaningful donor experiences that connect supporters to our mission and drive program impact. This hybrid role requires onsite presence at least three times weekly with some evening and weekend commitments.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Planning:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that aligns with organizational goals and maximizes revenue potential across all giving channels.
- Lead annual planning processes establish fundraising targets and create detailed campaign strategies for major initiatives and meet fundraising goals of $1.5 million ($1.1M grants $300000 in individual giving and $100000 in-kind gifts).
- Provide strategic counsel to leadership on philanthropic opportunities and donor engagement.
Major Gift Fundraising
- Manage a portfolio of major donor prospects and cultivate relationships with individuals foundations and corporations capable of transformational gifts.
- Conduct prospect research develop solicitation strategies and execute face-to-face meetings to secure five and six-figure commitments.
- Partner with board members and volunteers in cultivation and solicitation activities.
Corporate and Grant Fundraising
- Develop compelling grant proposals that resonate with foundation and corporate partners and align with funding priorities and organizational needs.
- Lead the full grant lifecycle from research to reporting.
- Maintain and strengthen relationships with institutional funders through proactive stewardship impact communication and identification of renewal and multi-year funding opportunities.
Donor Relations & Stewardship
- Design and oversee comprehensive donor stewardship programs that recognize contributions demonstrate impact and encourage continued engagement.
- Develop personalized stewardship plans for major donors and ensure timely meaningful acknowledgment of all gifts.
- Maintain detailed records of donor interactions and preferences.
Program Development & Implementation
- Launch and manage annual giving campaigns donor-advised funds relationships planned giving initiatives and special events as appropriate to organizational needs.
- Coordinate with program staff to create compelling cases for support and develop funding proposals that clearly articulate organizational impact and need.
Qualifications: A successful candidate will have the following:
Education and/or Experience:
A qualified candidate will possess a combination of the following education and/or equivalent experience.
- Bachelors degree or equivalent experience required
- Minimum 7 years of progressive fundraising experience
- Minimum 5 years managing comprehensive development programs
- At least 3 years in a leadership role
Required Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated success in securing major gifts (individuals foundations DAFs corporations) of at least $150000 and securing multi-year commitments from individuals and family foundations.
- Ability to drive fundraising goals of at least $2 million annually.
- Proficiency with donor management systems (Insightly or similar platforms) wealth screening tools and Google Suite.
- Experience with online fundraising platforms and social media for donor engagement.
- Strong data analysis capabilities for tracking performance metrics and ROI.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft compelling narratives and deliver persuasive presentations to diverse audiences.
- Strong interpersonal skills for building relationships with donors board members staff and community partners.
- Project management abilities with the capacity to handle multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications
- CFRE certification or fundraising certificate.
- Background in fundraising for educational or STEM institutions or programs.
- Established network within the Bay Area and/or California with familiarity in the regional philanthropic landscape.
- Experience with donor-advised funds planned giving and legacy programs and grants.
Leadership Skills
- Results-oriented leader with entrepreneurial mindset and creative problem-solving abilities.
- Emotional intelligence and cultural competency to work effectively with diverse stakeholders (program audiences and potential donors).
- Integrity and commitment to ethical fundraising practices.
- Resilience and persistence in the face of setbacks.
Physical Environment
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
- Ability to work at a computer and perform repetitive motions 60% of the time.
- Valid drivers license and reliable vehicle.
- Ability to travel within the Bay Area 25% of the time.
- Ability to lift up to 30 lbs.
- Access to reliable personal transportation required.
Ready to Join the Team
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
