Director of Corporate and Individual Gifts

DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE AND INDIVIDUAL GIFTS

General Description

The Director of Corporate and Individual Gifts is a revenue generating position responsible for raising necessary funding for Northshore Food Bank (NFB) organization operations and its nutritional programs. The position is charged with expanding philanthropic support for the organization that includes identifying and strengthening relationships with community stakeholders, actively engaging, securing and managing corporate and individual leads, fostering strong donor and sponsor stewardship, and seeking, applying for and managing grant funding.  This position represents the organization with business and community organizations promoting the mission to all organization audiences.

The Director of Corporate and Individual Gifts reports to the CEO and works collaboratively with other development staff team members.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with development team to design and execute a comprehensive and strategic annual Development Funding Plan that maintains the fiscal health of the organization and provides future financial resources for growth and expansion.
• Manage existing grant funding, as well as seek new grant funding opportunities.
• Manage portfolio of active and prospective donors through donor database and tracking tools.
• Act as primary point of contact for corporate and business funding, donations and sponsor inquiries, transitioning prospective donors to active annual contributors.
• Actively monitor and analyze donor data, giving reports and trend analysis.
• Prepare and present regular reports on progress toward fundraising goals.
• Develop strong relationships within the community that foster a positive image such that will make Northshore Food Bank a local charity of choice for funding.
• Acts as an organization representative with businesses and community organizations promoting the mission and the goals of the community.
• Speak on behalf of organization with media outlets as needed.
• Perform networking at community and leadership events.
• Work collaboratively with development team, including Annual Giving and Events Manager and Development Administrative Assistant.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Knowledge

• Advanced strategic thinking skills;
• Strong interpersonal, verbal communication and presentation skills;
• Exceptional writing, editing and proofreading ability;
• Sound grant writing skills that turn applications into funding awards;
• Excellent customer service, communication and recordkeeping experience;
• Able to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines;
• Solid organizational, time management and project management skills;
• Initiative and collaborative skills indicated;
• Comfortable working with people from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in fundraising and nonprofit event coordination, including significant success with major gifts, corporations and foundations;
• Applied understanding of basic fundraising principles and development best practices;
• 5+ years management experience with previous leadership or management in social service agency preferred;
• Experience in designing and implementing innovative fundraising strategies, as well as cultivating and stewarding relationships with corporate donors;
• Proven track record of meeting annual fundraising goals and successfully securing corporate sponsorships and partnerships, demonstrating excellent communication and negotiation skills;
• Must be results oriented, strategic, and possess a deep understanding of the local business community to effectively identify and pursue potential sponsors/donors;
• Experienced in building and maintaining media relationships;
• Proficiency in MS Office including Word and Excel, development databases and social media;
• Experience with online fundraising, email marketing, and internet research;
• Possess approved state licensure to drive company vehicles;
• Flexibility for some evening and weekend hours required on an event basis.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience

Benefits:

Full-time / 35 hours work week
Paid Time Off
401(k), plus matching
Healthcare Stipend

To Apply:
Please send a resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the position and relevant experience to [email protected] with “Director of Corporate and Individual Gifts” on the subject line.