Urban Ministries of Wake County · 5 days ago
Vice President of Development
Raleigh, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expUrban Ministries of Wake County (UMWC) provides essential services to underserved community members. The Vice President of Development leads the resource development strategy, overseeing fundraising activities and engaging with donors to support the organization's mission.
Health CareHomeless ShelterNon Profit
Responsibilities
Assess and strengthen UMWC’s overall fundraising strategy and donor relations by providing strategic direction and leadership that supports organizational priorities, Executive Director decision-making, and Board governance
Lead and oversee multi-channel development strategies, including email and direct mail campaigns, digital and social media fundraising, capital campaigns, fundraising events, end-of-year appeals, major gift solicitations, and donor research and engagement
Own the organization’s grant strategy, including prospect identification, proposal development, reporting, tracking, and compliance across all program areas
Oversee annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, and special events, ensuring accurate donor recordkeeping, gift processing, and financial reporting through donor management systems
Develop and manage the development budget, aligning fundraising investments with financial accountability and organizational priorities
Establish and maintain effective systems and standards for donor acknowledgment, stewardship, and reporting
Track, analyze, and report progress toward fundraising goals to the Executive Director and Board of Directors
Build and sustain strong relationships with major donors, foundations, corporate partners, and community stakeholders
Partner with the Executive Director and Board to identify prospects and support donor cultivation and solicitation efforts
Serve as a senior external ambassador for UMWC at community events and development-related gatherings, strengthening relationships with community leaders, nonprofit partners, and prospective supporters
Lead, manage, and develop the development team, establishing clear expectations, accountability, and opportunities for professional growth
Serve as a member of the Executive Team, contributing to organizational strategy and cross-functional leadership
Serve as the primary staff liaison and lead coordinator for the Board of Directors’ Resource Development Committee
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned to ensure the short-term and long-term sustainability of the organization
Qualification
Required
5+ years of fundraising experience
Supervisory experience and demonstrated ability to lead teams and build external partnerships
Strong public speaking, writing, and relationship-building skills
Ability to multi-task and manage relationships across our three service areas
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database management. (For example, Salesforce, Bloomerang, etc.)
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Preferred
10+ years of fundraising experience, including in a non-profit organization, specifically in fundraising, sales, marketing, or grant writing
Nonprofit fundraising experience in Wake County
Experience leveraging digital and social media channels to support fundraising and donor engagement
Benefits
Employer-paid vision, life, and long-term disability insurance
Medical and dental insurance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with employer match after one year
Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
Flexible hybrid work schedule and a culture of compassion, equity, and collaboration
Company
Urban Ministries of Wake County
Urban Ministries of Wake County engages our community to serve and advocate on behalf of those affected by poverty by providing food and nutrition, promoting health and wellness, and by laying the foundations of home.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase