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DuPagePads · 5 months ago

Donor Relations Director

Wheaton, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$65K/yr - $70K/yr

3+ years exp

DuPagePads is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving vulnerable members of the DuPage community. They are seeking a Donor Relations Director who will manage donor relationships, develop strategic communication plans, and oversee gift cultivation and solicitation efforts for major donors. The role focuses on enhancing mid-level donor giving and major gifts, requiring a passionate fundraising professional committed to the organization's mission.

Non Profit

Diversity & Inclusion

Responsibilities

Operates within the DuPagePads Core Values, which supports providing care in accordance with the Trauma Informed Policy and Practices of the Agency

Collaborate with the Development team and execute comprehensive strategies for mid-level giving, major gifts, and planned giving that integrate fully with annual development efforts

Work diligently with the VP of Development & Director of Corporate & Community Engagement to meet monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue production goals

Manage a portfolio of 120-150 mid-level, major, and planned giving prospects and donors, focusing on personalized cultivation and solicitation that is purposeful and brings the desired outcome for each 'touch'

Leverage technology and collaborate with Development Associate on prospect identification, growing pipeline of mid-level, major, and planned giving donors

Cultivate, validate, and document strong relationships with donors through personalized engagement plans and continuing communications that ensures excellent donor service is provided including accessibility to staff and leadership (as granted), timely responsiveness, and quality in all interactions and personalized communications

Work in collaboration across departments with Program and Finance staff to understand and convey funding needs and program impact

Supervises 1-3 direct reports on the development team associated with donor stewardship and development

Lead in the creation and promotion of specific planned giving opportunities to engage donors in supporting the organization through bequests, trusts, and other legacy giving vehicles offering guidance to donors about the benefits of planned giving

Track and report on planned giving activities, ensuring proper documentation, pledge completion, donor recognition, and record of all interactions and contributions accurately reflected in the donor database

Stays driven toward goals and focused on caseload, while also making effective use of volunteerism opportunities, events and other initiatives to engage with assigned donors bringing them closer to DuPagePads and to deepen their awareness of the impact of our work, especially in areas of interest to them. Participate in such opportunities alongside constituents and work with other staff and leadership (including leadership volunteers) to develop new major donor / prospect cultivation events, such as private receptions and gatherings targeted toward those with high philanthropic capacity

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Fundraising experienceDonor relationship managementFundraising softwarePlanned giving expertiseCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAnalytical skillsGoal-oriented behaviorLeadership abilitiesInterpersonal skillsConfidentiality handlingIndependent work

Required

Must embrace, support and reflect well on DuPagePads mission and values through professional responsibilities and behavior at all times

Mission-driven; with a focus and excitement working with an exceptional organization that compassionately serves diverse, vulnerable members of the DuPage community

Three years of fundraising and development experience

One to three years of direct work experience as a fundraising professional with major gift work

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent qualification through job related experience

Good understanding of successful fund campaign planning and development

Knowledge and functional use of fundraising software with attention to detailed records

Excellent organizational and leadership abilities

Exceptional communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills

Ability to handle confidential donor information discretely

Effective written and oral communication skills

Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, complete tasks accurately and meet deadlines

Preferred

Proven expertise in developing and maintaining positive relationships with diverse individuals, including executives, leadership volunteers and wealthy donors, as well as internal stakeholders and leadership

Demonstrated goal-oriented behavior, with a drive to achieve agreed upon goals within agreed upon timeframes

Master's degree in a related field or equivalent qualification

Five or more years experience in fundraising, with proven record of mid-level and planned gift solicitation

CFRE certification

Experience in donor database management. (eTapestry a plus)

Incredibly strong written and verbal communication

Strong donor relationship building skills and effective prospect engagement

Ability to work independently and travel as necessary

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Short term and long term disability

Life insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

SIMPLE IRA retirement plan

Company

DuPagePads

At DuPagePads, our mission is to end homelessness in DuPage County and we believe we have the solution: housing coupled with support services and employment.

Founded in 1985

Wheaton, Illinois, USA

11-50 employees