Director of Development

AFP East Central Illinois Chapter; Decatur (IL); Hybrid; USD 74.000 - 92.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Meaningful mission-driven work

Zusammenfassung

Macon Resources, Inc. in Decatur, IL is seeking a dynamic Director of Development to lead fundraising, marketing, public relations, and community engagement that supports our mission to empower individuals with disabilities.

You’ll build meaningful donor relationships, manage campaigns and events, supervise staff, and contribute to strategic planning as part of MRI’s leadership team.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience in fundraising, donor relations, marketing, public relations, or nonprofit development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with grant writing and donor stewardship preferred.
• Ability to build relationships with community leaders, businesses, donors, and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills.
• Passion for serving others and advancing the MRI mission.

Aufgaben

• Lead MRI's fundraising efforts including campaigns and major gifts.
• Develop relationships with donors, community partners, businesses, and supporters.
• Identify and cultivate new funding opportunities and revenue sources.
• Oversee marketing, public relations, social media, and content.
• Create communications that tell MRI's impact.
• Plan donor engagement events and partnerships.
• Supervise the Public Relations/Development Coordinator.
• Contribute to strategic planning and organizational growth.
• Explore opportunities supporting employment and job training for MRI clients.

Kenntnisse

Fundraising

Donor relations

Public relations

Marketing

Leadership

Communication

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Jobbeschreibung

Macon Resources, Inc. | Decatur, IL Full-Time | $74,000 - $92,000 Annually

Make a Difference. Build Community. Change Lives.

Macon Resources, Inc. (MRI) is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven Director of Development to lead fundraising, marketing, public relations, and community engagement efforts that support our mission of promoting the growth, independence, and self-worth of children and adults with disabilities.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a relationship builder, storyteller, fundraiser, and strategic thinker who is passionate about making a lasting impact in the community.

What You’ll Do

As Director of Development, you will:

• Lead and grow MRI's fundraising efforts, including annual campaigns, major gifts, grants, planned giving, special events, and capital campaigns.
• Develop meaningful relationships with donors, community partners, businesses, and supporters.
• Identify and cultivate new funding opportunities and revenue sources.
• Oversee marketing, public relations, social media, website content, and community outreach initiatives.
• Create compelling communications that tell the story of MRI's impact.
• Plan and coordinate special events, donor engagement activities, and community partnerships.
• Supervise the Public Relations/Development Coordinator.
• Serve as a member of the management team and contribute to strategic planning and organizational growth.
• Explore and develop community and business opportunities that support employment and job training for individuals served by MRI.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Business, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
• Experience in fundraising, donor relations, marketing, public relations, or nonprofit development.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with grant writing and donor stewardship preferred.
• Ability to build relationships with community leaders, businesses, donors, and stakeholders.
• Strong organizational, project management, and leadership skills.
• Passion for serving others and advancing the mission of Macon Resources.

Why Join MRI?

At Macon Resources, you'll have the opportunity to combine your professional skills with meaningful work that directly impacts the lives of children and adults with disabilities. You'll work alongside a dedicated team, build lasting community partnerships, and play a key role in advancing programs and services that make a difference every day.

Benefits Include

• Competitive starting salary: $74,000 - $92,000
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Meaningful work with a mission-driven organization