Director of Donor Relations

Champaign, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

DREAAMDriven to Reach Excellence & Academic Achievement for Malesis a nonprofitcommunity impact organization focused on excellence in academic achievement engagementand well-being among children young adults and their families. We seek to close theopportunity gap and increase college and career readiness.

DREAAM seeks a Director of Donor Relations. We seek a self-motivated people-oriented individual who is passionate about positive youth development and excited by resource development and relationship-building to make a difference. This position reports to the Chief Financial Officer and works closely with the Development Committee and Board of is a part-time hourly position working 10 to 20 hours per week.

Major duties and responsibilities:
Coordinate the Development Committee and assist with action steps
Lead and manage development efforts to generate budgeted revenue each year bysatisfying benchmarks as identified by the DREAAM Board of Directors. Benchmarksmay include but are not limited to new donors new revenue generated and the numberof contacts
Develop and execute an annual development plan to be approved by the DevelopmentCommittee and Board of Directors
Expand DREAAMs donor base and deepen relationships with donors to ensuresustainable commitment
Solicit and seek new funding streams including businesses individual donors religiousinstitutions and corporate/foundation funding sources. Prepare and submit proposals asappropriate
Manage gift acknowledgement and receipting process ensuring donors receive timelyacknowledgements and communications
Collaborate with social media and marketing independent contractors to develop digitalfundraising and public relations strategic content
Participate in community organizations that build DREAAM visibility and donor base
Remain current on fundraising skills through professional development opportunities
Communicate fundraising goals throughout the organization and equip Board membersstaff and volunteers to reach them
Supervise interns and volunteers involved in fundraising activities

Required Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelors degree

Experience:
2-3 years of experience in fundraising sales alumni relations or another field thatrequires energetic engagement with individuals and groups

Knowledge Requirements:
Commitment to social justice
Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrate cultural competence (race ethnicity and socio-economic status).
Solid computing skills (Microsoft Office suite database experience)
Demonstrate high levels of judgment tact and discretion.
Strong organizational and project management skills with ability to work independentlyand meet deadlines
People-oriented and sincerely interested in connecting with others

This job takes place in-person located in Champaign Illinois.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Application Procedures:
To apply please submit a cover letter resume and contact information of three references Applications will be received until a candidate is hired.

For more information about the position please contact Mrs. Diana Sarabi Chief FinancialOfficer at

Required Experience:

Director