The Opportunity Network · 17 hours ago
Senior Director of Development
NYC Metro Area
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$109K/yr - $123K/yr
10+ years expThe Opportunity Network is dedicated to providing students with the resources necessary to achieve their college and career goals. The Senior Director of Development and Engagement plays a key role in advancing the organization’s mission by leading corporate giving efforts, managing donor relationships, and implementing fundraising strategies.
CommunitiesEducationNon Profit
Responsibilities
In Partnership with the Senior Manager of Volunteer and Corporate Engagement, engage with existing donors to maintain and enhance relationships, identifying opportunities for increased revenue and engagement
Manage a portfolio of corporate supporters and prospects, moving them through the full donor lifecycle
Identify new potential funders, build strategies for engagement, and lead work to forge new relationships. Securing layered partnerships that may include:
Corporate and foundation giving
Brand partnerships and cause marketing
Employee engagement and volunteers
In-kind donations and innovative philanthropic models
Fee for service
Collaborate with Program teams to gather necessary data and insights in order to co-create sponsorship and employee engagement opportunities
Work with Development and Communications teams to produce tailored proposals, pitch decks, reports, and stewardship tools
Partner with the CDO to develop and implement a three-year plan to significantly increase OppNet’s corporate revenue
Represent OppNet at industry events and external engagements
Partner with the Senior Communications and Engagement Coordinator to design and implement a comprehensive communications plan that elevates The Opportunity Network’s mission and impact
Support the creation and management of social media content and communication strategies to strengthen brand visibility and audience engagement
Collaborate on key external materials, including the annual report, press releases, and stakeholder communications
Assist with internal announcements and provide editing support for organizational documents as needed
Contribute to the development of visually engaging materials
Serve as a strategic advisor to the CDO and CEO, ensuring alignment between fundraising strategy and organizational goals, and developing high-level donor strategy and major fundraising initiatives
Provide thoughtful supervision and mentorship to the Corporate Engagement and Communications teams, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented culture where team members feel supported and set up for success
Aid in the oversight of the day-to-day operations of the Development team to ensure clear planning, coordination, and execution
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with program staff to ensure alignment between funding opportunities and organizational goals
Represent the Development department in leadership conversations and act as a delegate for the CDO when needed
Monitor revenue performance and contribute to forecasting and budgeting
Participate in organization-wide learning sessions, working groups, and optional affinity groups
Attend weekly team meetings, All Hands meetings, All Staff meetings, team retreats, and the annual institution-wide retreat
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in fundraising, with strong expertise in corporate partnerships
Demonstrated confidence and comfort in working with high-level donors, senior leaders, and board members
Proven success in securing and building multifaceted corporate relationships
Excellent relationship management, written and verbal communication skills, with experience crafting donor materials, and the ability to communicate a compelling message to various external stakeholders and members of OppNet's community
Experience managing people and cross-functional initiatives, with a collaborative and inclusive leadership style
Highly organized with excellent project management and follow-through skills
Comfort working with staff at all levels in a highly collaborative environment
Proficiency with Salesforce is required
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Drive
Ability to travel to meet with funders or team members
Preferred
Graphic design skills are a plus, but not required
Benefits
Medical coverage (health, dental, and vision)
An HRA
A Flexible Spending Account
Family leave (up to 100% coverage for twelve weeks)
Life insurance
Retirement benefits
403(b) retirement benefit program
Generous time off from work (through a combination of vacation, sick, and holidays)
Company
The Opportunity Network
The Opportunity Network works with students to help them ignite their ambition, skills, and passions in order to attain their plans.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$4.25MKey Investors
CD&R Foundation
2023-06-06Grant· $4.25M
Leadership Team
Danielle L. Green, PsyD
Chief Operating Officer
Emily Chow
Assistant Director of Partnerships and Data
Recent News
2024-04-25
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