Director of Development

FAMILY PROMISE OF CLEAR CREEK; Friendswood (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Promise of Clear Creek is seeking a Development Director to lead donor relations, data tracking, and fundraising campaigns. This full-time, salaried role reports to the Executive Director and drives growth of our donor base and grant funding.

You will manage CRM records, coordinate events like our Golf Tournament and Gala, supervise communications, and collaborate with bookkeeping. A strong nonprofit fundraising background is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in fundraising.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and ability to interact with donors and volunteers.
• Exceptional organizational skills with strong follow-through.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate donor and funder records in CRM and related systems, including receipting and tracking donations, grants, and pledges.
• Generate reports on donors, prospects, and pledges for the Development team.
• Track and document donor engagement and partnerships, including program participation data.
• Coordinate calendars and reminders for fundraising activities, deadlines, and reporting requirements.
• Assist in drafting donor communications, including impact reports.
• Collaborate with Bookkeeping to process and reconcile gifts and pledges.

Skills

Fundraising

Communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Dropbox

Constant Contact

Canva

Job description

Family Promise of Clear Creek prevents and ends homelessness for families with children and helps them to achieve sustainable independence through a community-based response. The Development Director is essential to ensure we can deliver on our mission. This role is integral to maintaining strong donor relationships, ensuring accurate data tracking, and supporting the execution of Family Promise of Clear Creek’s major fundraising events and campaigns. The ideal candidate is a proactive self-starter with strong administrative skills, an interest in nonprofit development, and a commitment to Family Promise of Clear Creek’s mission and values.

Reports to

Executive Director

Job Type: Full-Time, salaried position

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date donor and funder records in CRM software and related systems, ensuring proper receipting and tracking of donations, grants, and prospect activity.
• Generate reports on donors, prospects, and pledges for Development team using CRM software.
• Track and document donor engagement and institutional partnerships, including program participation data.
• Manage and update grant tracking systems, including timelines for letters of inquiry, proposals, and reporting deadlines.
• Coordinate calendars and reminders with Development and Communications Committees for fundraising activities, deadlines, and reporting requirements.
• Assist in drafting, preparing, and distributing donor communications, including impact reports.
• Collaborate with the Bookkeeping team to process and reconcile gifts, including restricted and unrestricted funds and pledge tracking.

Event Coordination & Support

• Help lead planning and execution of fundraising events, like our Golf Tournament and annual Gala.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external event planners, venues, and vendors to manage logistics and timelines.
• Track sponsorships, ticket sales, and event-related data; assist with volunteer coordination and documentation of event plans.
• Maintain accurate RSVP, registration, and attendee records.
• Oversee event preparation logistics, including supply ordering, packing, and shipping of materials.
• Assist with post-event reconciliation and follow-up, including receipting (thank yous), reporting, donor stewardship, and fulfillment of sponsorship benefits.
• Attend select pre-event receptions, ensuring smooth coordination and execution.

Grants

• Coordinate all grant writing including applications and required reporting,
• Assist ED in tracking grants and compliance
• Research new grant opportunities
• Engage and build relationships with grant administrators and funders
• Oversee development and implementation of Grants Calendar
• Assist in creation of communications plan for all involved parties; working with all department to develop system

Communications Support

• Collaborate on the planning and execution of email campaigns and digital donor communications.
• Provide support and assistance in content creation and formatting using tools such as Constant Contact and Canva.
• Lead social media and email campaigns, ensuring timely and accurate distribution of content.
• Keep the Development pages of the website updated with current links, logos, languages, and donors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Passion for our mission to help families facing and experiencing homelessness achieve independence through a community-based response.
• Deep commitment to accessibility, belonging and community.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional experience in fundraising.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with a wide range of donors and volunteers.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with strong follow-through.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, and file-sharing tools (e.g., Dropbox). Experience with CRM software.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and sound judgment.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and external partners.

Desired Qualifications

• Prior experience in a nonprofit development or fundraising environment.
• Experience running a capital campaign.
• Experience with social media marketing and digital tools.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with strong follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Work Environment & Measuring Success

• The Development Director reports to the Family Promise Executive Director.
• Family Promise is comprised of a small staff and a large pool of volunteers.
• The staff offices are in our Operations Center which includes families currently in our Shelter Program. Minimal remote work may be allowed.
• This position’s success is measured by: fundraising benchmarks, expanding brand/marketing reach, and ability to serve more families with children.