Director of Development

United Cerebral Palsy of Nebraska; Omaha (NE); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

United Cerebral Palsy of Nebraska seeks a Development Director to lead fundraising and marketing efforts, steering strategies that advance the mission, grow the donor base, and strengthen community and corporate partnerships.

The role collaborates closely with the Executive Director and Board to expand fund development, enhance organizational reputation, and manage donor engagement, events, and grant activities.

Qualifications

• Experience leading development and fundraising initiatives.
• Ability to cultivate donors and secure philanthropic support.
• Proven ability to manage a donor pipeline and budgets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience coordinating with executive leadership and boards.
• Strategic planning and marketing integration in nonprofits.

Responsabilités

• Plan, coordinate, and implement strategies to cultivate donors and secure philanthropic support.
• Develop a diversified mix of donor sources and solicitation strategies.
• Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of key donors.
• Develop, implement, and monitor donor pipelines and related processes.
• Prepare income and expense budgets for activities and reports to the Executive Director and Board.

Connaissances

Donor relations

Grant writing

Fundraising strategy

Marketing leadership

Strategic planning

Nonprofit leadership

Communication

Volunteer management

Description du poste

Company Description

United Cerebral Palsy of Nebraska is dedicated to being an indispensable resource for individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities, as well as their families and communities. Through its mission-driven work, the organization promotes independence, productivity, and full citizenship for people with disabilities. UCP of Nebraska operates within an affiliate network that has supported millions of individuals nationwide. Team members contribute to meaningful, community-focused programs and advocacy that improve quality of life and expand opportunities for those served.

Role Description: The Development Director leads development and marketing efforts for United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Nebraska, driving fundraising and brand strategies that advance the organization’s goals, increase awareness, and strengthen donor support. The Development Director works closely with the Executive Director to develop and execute strategies that advance fund development, enhance the organization’s reputation, and build and maintain strong community and corporate partnerships. Additional duties may be assigned by the Executive Director as needed.

Essential Job Functions – Development

• Plan, coordinate, and implement strategies to cultivate donors and secure philanthropic support in alignment with UCP of Nebraska’s mission and vision.
• Develop a diversified mix of donor sources and solicitation strategies designed to attract, retain, and engage donors and key partners.
• Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward a portfolio of key donors.
• Develop, implement, and monitor business processes necessary to maintain an effective donor pipeline.
• Evaluate internal and external factors affecting the organization and its fund development efforts; recommend short- and long-term development plans and strategies.
• Evaluate current fundraising activities and events and recommend improvements to increase revenue, engagement, and donor retention. Prepare income and expense budgets for each activity.
• Research, develop, recommend, and implement new fundraising activities and events. Prepare income and expense budgets for each activity.
• Research and write grant proposals that support the organization’s fundraising priorities and strategies. Complete required follow-up reports and grant requirements.
• Report to the Executive Director and Board of Directors on fundraising trends, issues, challenges, and activities. Establish performance measures, monitor results, and provide reports to evaluate the effectiveness of fundraising and engagement efforts.
• Implement donor engagement and stewardship strategies that maximize the involvement and effectiveness of Board members and staff.
• Maintain current knowledge of trends and developments in philanthropy, fund development, management, and nonprofit engagement.

Essential Job Functions – Marketing

• Lead and implement a broad, innovative, and creative external engagement and social media strategy that advances UCP of Nebraska’s mission and supports the development of strategic partnerships with individuals and organizations.
• Utilise print, digital, social media and
• Serve as a key spokesperson and ambassador for UCP of Nebraska with a variety of audiences and stakeholders.
• Ensure Board members and primary organizational spokespeople are appropriately trained, briefed, and prepared for media interviews, public panels, and other speaking engagements that promote the organization.
• Strengthen the capacity of Board leadership to serve as effective ambassadors and stewards by developing key messages and providing training and support as needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse audiences, donors, and stakeholders and build long-term relationships.
• Demonstrated experience in professional writing and editing across a variety of print and digital communications.
• Proven experience and leadership in developing and managing an effective donor pipeline.
• Strong networking, relationship-building, and communication skills, with experience collaborating with diverse individuals and groups.
• Demonstrated professionalism, dependability, initiative, and ability to work effectively as part of a team.