Donor Relations Director

DuPagePads; Dubai; On-site; AED 238,000 - 258,000; Full time

Job summary

A local community organization in Dubai is seeking a fundraising professional to manage donor relationships and execute strategies for mid-level and major gifts. The ideal candidate will have experience in campaign planning and cultivation of donors, focusing on contributions of $5,000 and above. Responsibilities include managing a donor portfolio, collaborating across departments, and enhancing existing giving programs. A competitive salary of $65,000 - 70,000 is offered along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

SIMPLE IRA retirement plan

Qualifications

• Three years of fundraising and development experience.
• Experience in major gift work for one to three years.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of 120-150 donors.
• Execute strategies for mid-level giving and major gifts.
• Cultivate relationships through personalized engagement.

Skills

Fundraising campaign planning

Fundraising software usage

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Donor database management

eTapestry

Job description

Summary

Success in this position is driven by ongoing and proactive donor relationship management, strategic communications plans, and gifts cultivation/solicitation activities with an assigned caseload of qualified major donors (90%) and a smaller group (10%) of major gift prospects. A motivated individual who will be responsible for enhancing mid-level donor giving, major gifts, and planned giving initiatives this role will be focused on gifts of $5,000 and much higher while retaining and strengthening existing giving. The ideal candidate is a seasoned and passionate fundraising professional who excels in taking initiative, donor innovation, and is committed to achieving strategic objectives that lead to the success of our organization.

Reports To

Vice President of Development

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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 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

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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.

Other

• Provide own transportation.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds.
• Possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License
• Occasional evening and weekend hours.

Classification Status

Full time, Exempt

Starting salary range

$65,000 - 70,000 annually, commensurate with experience

Benefits

We offer a very competitive benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance, short term and long term disability, life insurance, generous Paid Time Off, and SIMPLE IRA retirement plan.

Application Process

To apply, please visit dupagepads.org/about/employment-opportunities-dupagepads/ and click the job title to apply online.