Director of Development

San Diego Organizing Project; San Diego (CA); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 105 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Workshops for Warriors is seeking a talented Development Officer to lead the organization’s fundraising and development efforts in San Diego. The role involves cultivating donor relationships, securing major gifts, and guiding the Development Department with roles in corporate partnerships, grants, and events.

The ideal candidate will bring 5+ years of fundraising experience, a track record of major gifts, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of fundraising, development, grants, and/or events.
• Proven track record of securing major gifts.
• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining donor relationships.

Responsabilités

• Lead and help build a Development Department with roles in corporate partnerships, development support, grant writing, and events.
• Cultivate and strengthen donor relationships and secure major gifts.
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Connaissances

Fundraising strategy

Donor relations

Major gifts

Communication

Relationship building

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Formation

Bachelor’s degree

Outils

Salesforce

CRM platforms

Description du poste

Workshops for Warriors (WFW) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Workshops for Warriors | Rebuilding American Manufacturing) based in San Diego with an annual budget of approximately $16 million. Founded in 2008, WFW provides Veterans with the technical training, skills, and credentials needed to successfully transition into civilian careers.

WFW is seeking a talented and experienced Development Officer to provide leadership for the organization’s fundraising and development efforts.
The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership and communication skills, a demonstrated record of fundraising success and donor engagement, excellent relationship-building abilities, and a genuine commitment to the mission and values of Workshops for Warriors.

The Development Officer will play a pivotal role in cultivating and strengthening donor relationships, securing major gifts, overseeing fundraising initiatives, and working strategically with the organization’s leadership team to drive sustainable growth and ensure that WFW’s programs continue to thrive.

This individual will lead and help build a Development Department that will include positions focused on corporate partnerships, development support, grant writing, and events.

Point of Contact:

Sharon Smith, CFRM
Title: Philanthropy and Strategic Partnerships
Email: [e-mail]
Mobile #[phone]

Key Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in fundraising, development, grants, and/or events
• Bachelor’s degree and Philanthropy Studies a plus
• Proven track record of securing major gifts
• Demonstrated success in building and maintaining strong donor relationships
• Ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies aligned with organizational goals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Salesforce or other CRMS required
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/PowerPoint, fundraising platforms, and social media
• Strong ability to prepare reports, budgets, proposals, and donor communications
• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills
• Passion for supporting Veterans and advancing the mission of Workshops for Warriors