Development Director

FOR THE PEOPLE

Development Director - Job Description

For The People (FTP) is the national nonprofit working with prosecutors to identify people in prison who can be safely released reuniting families and strengthening communities for generations to come. We work with elected prosecutors to reevaluate past sentences and where it can be shown that a current sentence is no longer in the interest of justice we support the prosecuting agencies through the resentencing and prison release process. To learn more visit .

About the Position

We are seeking a Development Director to lead For The Peoples fundraising and development strategy during an exciting period of growth. This is an opportunity to build and strengthen the systems relationships and strategies that sustain and expand FTPs impact. Working alongside the CEO the Development Director will drive efforts to identify engage augment and steward our funders and funding streams as FTP continues to grow and expand.

The Development Director will collaborate closely with leaders across the organization to align fundraising strategy with programmatic priorities organizational goals and long-term growth plans. The Development Director will play a key role in helping FTP achieve its fundraising objectives while continuing to strengthen the organizations development function. The successful candidate will bring a fresh perspective and be a creative and strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial spirit a growth mindset and a passion for FTPs mission and values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy Development

• Lead the development and execution of FTPs annual fundraising strategy in support of the organizations strategic priorities long-term sustainability and growth.
• Partner with the CEO and organizational leaders to identify funding opportunities establish fundraising goals and develop plans to achieve them.
• Grow and diversify FTPs funding streams including foundation individual corporate and public-sector support.
• Partner with teams across the organization to identify compelling stories case studies impact data and organizational priorities that strengthen fundraising strategies proposals and donor communications.
• Strengthen board engagement in fundraising stewardship and ambassador activities.

Funder Prospecting Cultivation and Stewardship

• Build and manage a robust funding pipeline that ensures diverse funding streams for stable long-term funding.
• Lead cultivation solicitation stewardship and renewal efforts for major donors and institutional funders partnering closely with the CEO on priority relationships.
• Grow FTPs giving program through donor engagement strategies giving campaigns and fundraising events.
• Expand FTPs portfolio of foundation corporate and government funding opportunities.
• Provide strategic briefings for the CEO in advance of key funder meetings and opportunities.
• Lead the development of compelling proposals applications and reports serving as both a strategic thought partner and hands-on contributor.
• Partner with the Communications Team and other FTP teams as appropriate to develop fundraising materials.

Development Operations Analytics & Reporting

• Build and oversee development systems processes and reporting to support effective donor management stewardship and revenue tracking.
• Partner with the Finance Team on revenue forecasting grant tracking and financial reporting related to philanthropic funding.

• Monitor fundraising performance and regularly communicate progress toward goals key metrics opportunities challenges and strategic recommendations to the CEO the CFO and Board as appropriate.
• Oversee all reporting requirements for donors/funders ensuring reports are completed accurately thoughtfully and on time.
• Continuously evaluate and improve FTPs fundraising strategies systems and practices to increase effectiveness efficiency and long-term sustainability.

Team Leadership & Management

• Manage develop and support members of the Development Team.
• Manage and coordinate external consultants and contractors to support development priorities and fundraising initiatives.
• Establish priorities workflows and accountability across development activities.
• Partner closely with the Senior Executive Assistant & Development Manager to ensure strong coordination of donor engagement stewardship and development priorities.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• A deep passion for FTPs mission to reduce the number of people serving excessive sentences across the nation end institutional racism and restore human dignity to the incarcerated formerly incarcerated and all who are impacted by the criminal justice system.
• 9 years of progressive experience in nonprofit development fundraising or philanthropy.
• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience required; advanced degree a plus.
• Proven success developing and executing fundraising strategies and operations that have grown and diversified philanthropic revenue.
• Demonstrated leadership experience including managing and developing staff while fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Experience partnering closely with executive leadership and serving as a trusted advisor on fundraising strategy and organizational growth.
• Demonstrated success cultivating securing and stewarding major philanthropic support from foundations individuals corporations and other institutional funders.
• Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills with a clear concise and compelling communication style.
• Deep experience developing compelling grant proposals and funding applications.
• Demonstrated ability to build effective strategies and use data statistics and metrics to execute and achieve goals.
• Demonstrated ability to secure awards fellowships and corporate giving.
• An entrepreneurial roll-up-your-sleeves approach with enthusiasm for contributing across every stage of the fundraising cycle.
• Demonstrated Experience using Salesforce CRM for fundraising. Familiarity with GrantHub (a plus).

Location

We believe there is great value in working and collaborating face-to-face; therefore our preference is to have the Development Director located in California and able to work in our Oakland office a minimum of 2 days per week. However we are open to considering a flexible arrangement for the right candidate.

Benefits

• Salary of $135000-$155000 commensurate with experience and qualifications
• 100%-paid benefits package for the employee including medical dental vision disability life insurance holidays and paid time off
• 25 paid hours for professional development/coaching
• Option to enroll in 403(b) retirement plan

How To Apply

Applications will be considered until the position is filled.

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Diversity Inclusion Justice and Equity Statement

FTP works every day to serve justice and that begins with our team. We are inclusive. We celebrate multiple approaches and points of view. We believe diversity drives creativity understanding and effectiveness so we are continuing to build a culture where difference is not only valued but sought after. We strive to create a team that reflects the communities we serve and where everyone feels empowered to bring their full authentic selves to work.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States to be considered for this role.

Request for Accommodations

and appropriate accommodations will be provided.

For the People is an Equal Opportunity Employer and wants our staff to reflect the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals including formerly incarcerated and/or system-involved individuals. We look at each applicants full experience and consider each applicant. We encourage people from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. Individuals with lived experience of the criminal justice system and its impacts are strongly encouraged to apply.

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