A Healthier Democracy · 3 months ago
Deputy Director Of Development
A Healthier Democracy (AHD) is seeking a Deputy Director of Development to manage fundraising operations for A Healthier Democracy and its initiatives, Vot-ER and Link Health. The role involves collaborating with the CEO and Executive Directors to drive fundraising strategies, manage donor relationships, and ensure effective project management within the development office.
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Responsibilities
Provide project management of donor cultivation and engagement activities, including events, briefings, webinars, etc (both virtual and in person)
Manage relationships with existing donors for both maintenance (renewals) and growth opportunities
With CEO and initiative Executive Directors, identify and facilitate connections to priority prospects
Maintain a regular system of contact with donors across all giving levels and priority prospects
Develop and update fundraising messaging and materials
Manage daily activities of the development office
Drive the execution of a strategic, creative fundraising plan, primarily focused on institutional and individual major donors
With the CEO, develop partnerships with allied organizations and identify creative intersections for alignment
Provide direct support to the CEO and manage his outreach and relationships
Provide leadership and guidance to the initiative Executive Directors, directing where and how best to spend time and efforts
Partner with the CEO and initiative Executive Directors to identify, cultivate and solicit institutional and individual donors for major gifts
Provide support to the CEO and initiative Executive Directors for all aspects of their fundraising activities/responsibilities
Collaborate with CEO initiative Executive Directors in developing fundraising micro-strategies and donor engagement plans
Coach development staff
Oversee maintenance of the donor database and internal systems
Review grant proposals and reports prior to submission; ensure timely submission
Ensure fundraising strategies, donor communications, and engagement practices reflect the organization’s commitment to DEI
Analyze donor data, giving trends, and campaign outcomes to inform strategic decision-making and identify growth opportunities
Develop and implement robust donor acknowledgment, recognition, and retention strategies to build long-term relationships and increase loyalty
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated commitment to racial equity and inclusion
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to gain trust and give respect to others through honesty, integrity, kindness, empathy, and authenticity
Acute attention to detail and demonstrated ability to prioritize time to meet deadlines for multiple projects
Drive to seek what can be improved and offer ways to fix any potential roadblocks
Comfort admitting what you don't know and recognizing that feedback is part of the learning process
A strong commitment to A Healthier Democracy, Vot-ER, and Link Health's missions
Demonstrated success in project management, and people management
Experience with donor cultivation and management
Demonstrated success in supporting principals in their development activities
Track record of meeting fundraising goals and budgets
Outstanding attention to detail
Excellent analytical, oral communication, teamwork and people skills
Demonstrated flexibility and openness in responding to changing work priorities
5-7 years of work experience, preferably for a nonprofit or advocacy organization
Ability to travel a minimum of four times per year
Preferred
Experience in a fundraising role preferred