Development Director

Victim Outreach, Inc; Golden (CO); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Health insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Victim Outreach Incorporated (VOI) is seeking an experienced Development Director to lead VOI's fundraising and revenue development efforts, working with the Co-Executive Directors and Board to expand donor engagement and secure funding.

This full-time, salaried role focuses on cultivating donors, building corporate partnerships, planning events, and strengthening revenue streams, with a hybrid schedule and a compensation range of $85,000–$100,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred; an equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience will be considered.
• Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, donor relations, or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated success cultivating donors, securing financial contributions, developing corporate partnerships, and supporting fundraising campaigns or events.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort with public speaking and community engagement.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital communication tools.
• Experience with donor management databases and fundraising software preferred.
• Strong professional judgment, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Ability to successfully complete a nationwide fingerprint-based background check.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local meetings and events.
• Availability for occasional evening and weekend commitments.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Co-Executive Directors and Board to develop fundraising strategies and grow VOI's long-term sustainability.
• Identify new funding opportunities and strengthen existing revenue streams.
• Develop strategies to increase individual donations, corporate contributions, sponsorships, and philanthropic support.
• Research and cultivate prospective donors and funding opportunities aligned with VOI's mission.
• Establish measurable fundraising goals, track progress, and recommend strategies for growth.
• Develop and maintain corporate sponsorships and community partnerships in Jefferson County and the Denver metro area.
• Plan and execute VOI's annual fundraising event in collaboration with leadership and volunteers.
• Prepare donor acknowledgments and manage donor relations and stewardship activities.
• Coordinate annual giving initiatives and major donor cultivation with leadership.
• Represent VOI at community meetings and nonprofit gatherings.

Skills

Relationship-building

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Equivalent education/experience considered

Tools

Microsoft Office

Donor management databases

Fundraising software

Digital communication tools

Job description

Salary: $85,000–$100,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Schedule: Hybrid – Approximately 50% in office and 50% remote, following an initial training period

Reports to: Co-Executive Directors

About Victim Outreach Incorporated

Development Director

Victim Outreach Incorporated (VOI)

Location: Jefferson County, Colorado

Employment: Full-Time | Salaried Exempt

Salary: $85,000–$100,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications

Schedule: Hybrid – Approximately 50% in office and 50% remote, following an initial training period

Reports to: Co-Executive Directors

About Victim Outreach Incorporated

Victim Outreach Incorporated (VOI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals impacted by crime and trauma. Since 1986, VOI has provided compassionate advocacy, crisis intervention, and resources to victims throughout our community.

As we continue to strengthen our services and plan for the future, we are seeking an experienced, motivated, and relationship-driven Development Director to help expand our fundraising efforts and build long-term financial sustainability.

Position Overview

The Development Director serves as a key administrative leader responsible for developing, implementing, and expanding VOI's fundraising and revenue development efforts.

Working closely with the Co-Executive Directors and Board of Directors, this position focuses on cultivating donor relationships, identifying new funding opportunities, developing corporate partnerships, and strengthening existing revenue streams.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and hands‑on professional who enjoys building relationships, engaging donors, identifying opportunities, and representing a mission-driven organization in the community.

This position requires someone who can work independently while also collaborating effectively with leadership, staff, volunteers, and community partners.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy & Revenue Development

• Collaborate with the Co-Executive Directors to develop and implement fundraising strategies that support VOI's long-term sustainability.
• Identify new funding opportunities while strengthening and expanding existing revenue streams.
• Develop strategies to increase individual donations, corporate contributions, sponsorships, and philanthropic support.
• Research and cultivate prospective donors, business partners, and funding opportunities aligned with VOI's mission.
• Establish measurable fundraising goals, track progress, and recommend strategies for continued growth.

Corporate Partnerships & Fundraising Events

• Develop and maintain corporate sponsorships and community partnerships throughout Jefferson County and the Denver metropolitan area.
• Take an active, hands‑on role in planning and executing VOI's annual fundraising event in collaboration with leadership, staff, volunteers, and the fundraising committee.
• Help secure sponsorships, auction donations, and other contributions that support fundraising goals.
• Participate in event planning, coordination, promotional efforts, and donor follow‑up.
• Identify additional fundraising opportunities and develop long-term relationships with local businesses and community supporters.

Individual Giving & Donor Stewardship

• Cultivate and maintain meaningful relationships with existing and prospective donors.
• Identify opportunities to increase individual giving, recurring donations, major gifts, and long‑term financial support.
• Assist with implementing and maintaining VOI's donor management database, ensuring accurate records, donor acknowledgments, and follow‑up.
• Develop strategies to strengthen donor engagement and retention.
• Coordinate annual giving initiatives, including Colorado Gives Day, year‑end appeals, and other fundraising campaigns.
• Collaborate with the Co-Executive Directors on major donor cultivation and stewardship.
• Track giving trends and identify opportunities to grow donor support.

Board Collaboration & Community Engagement

• Work closely with the Co-Executive Directors and Board of Directors to support organizational fundraising priorities.
• Participate in fundraising committee meetings and assist board members with donor engagement and sponsorship opportunities.
• Provide regular updates on fundraising progress, donor relationships, and revenue development.
• Represent VOI at community meetings, networking events, nonprofit gatherings, and other community activities.
• Attend occasional volunteer meetings and community presentations to share information about VOI's mission and services.
• Collaborate with staff to communicate VOI's impact while protecting victim privacy and confidentiality.

Qualifications

Required and Preferred Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred; an equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience will be considered.
• Five or more years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, donor relations, or a related field preferred.
• Demonstrated success cultivating donors, securing financial contributions, developing corporate partnerships, and supporting fundraising campaigns or events.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including comfort with public speaking and community engagement.
• Ability to work independently, take initiative, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and digital communication tools.
• Experience with donor management databases and fundraising software preferred.
• Strong professional judgment, discretion, and commitment to confidentiality.
• Ability to successfully complete a nationwide fingerprint‑based background check.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local meetings and events.
• Availability for occasional evening and weekend commitments.

What We Value

At VOI, our work is guided by a commitment to:

• Advocacy: Treating victims with fairness, dignity, and respect.
• Healing: Supporting recovery through early intervention and meaningful resources.
• Empowerment: Creating safe and supportive environments.
• Collaboration: Building partnerships that strengthen community impact.
• Integrity: Demonstrating honesty, accountability, and professionalism.
• Communication: Fostering trust through transparency and clear boundaries.
• Tenacity: Approaching challenges with creativity, resourcefulness, and independence.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $85,000–$100,000 annually, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

VOI offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• 100% employer‑paid employee health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 13 paid holidays annually.
• Generous paid time off.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 100% employer match on employee contributions up to 5% of salary, subject to plan terms.
• Hybrid work schedule following an initial training period.
• Professional development and training opportunities.

Work Schedule & Expectations

This is a full‑time, salaried exempt position that generally follows a 40‑hour workweek.

Following the initial training period, the position offers a hybrid schedule, with approximately 50% of the workweek spent in the office and 50% working remotely. The specific schedule will be established in collaboration with the Co-Executive Directors based on organizational needs.

Occasional evening and weekend commitments are required, including fundraising events, donor meetings, volunteer meetings, community presentations, and other agency activities.

The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, flexibility, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to advancing VOI's mission.