Director of Development

United Against Human Trafficking; Spring (TX); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

SIMPLE IRA with employer match up to 3

Paid time off and sick leave

Paid holidays, including a floating or

Professional development opportunities

Résumé du poste

The Kailee Mills Foundation in Spring, TX is seeking an experienced Director of Development to lead fundraising, grow sustainable revenue, and build meaningful donor relationships that advance lifesaving work.

With an annual revenue goal of about $1.075 million, this leadership role oversees major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants, sponsorships, and signature events while guiding a growing development team and collaborating with the Executive Director and Board to strengthen financial

Qualifications

• 7+ years of nonprofit fundraising, development, or partnership experience.
• Proven success securing major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and strategic partnerships.
• Demonstrated experience leading and supervising development staff.
• Strong relationship-building, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Experience with donor databases, fundraising analytics, and revenue tracking.
• Ability and willingness to attend Foundation events, including occasional evenings, weekends, and travel.
• Genuine commitment to the mission and values of the Kailee Mills Foundation.

Responsabilités

• Lead and execute the Foundation’s overall fundraising and revenue growth strategy.
• Grow and diversify revenue through major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants, sponsorships, campaigns, and other philanthropic opportunities.
• Lead national partnerships and high-level corporate relationships from cultivation through long-term stewardship.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of major donors and high-capacity prospects.
• Develop new sponsorship, cause-marketing, and strategic partnership opportunities.
• Lead fundraising strategy for the Foundation’s signature events, including the Buckle Up Heroes Bowl, Drive to Save Lives Golf Tournament, and Buckle Up Gala.
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the Foundation’s development team.
• Establish clear fundraising goals, metrics, systems, and accountability.
• Partner with the Executive Director and Board on donor cultivation, introductions, stewardship, and fundraising opportunities.
• Use donor and fundraising data to evaluate performance, strengthen the pipeline, and guide strategy.

Connaissances

Major gifts

Corporate sponsorships

Strategic partnerships

Staff leadership

Donor databases

Fundraising analytics

Donor cultivation

Relationship building

Event travel

Description du poste

Director of Development

Kailee Mills Foundation | Spring, Texas

Full-time, Exempt | $90,000 annually

The Kailee Mills Foundation is seeking an experienced Director of Development to lead our fundraising strategy, grow sustainable revenue, and build meaningful relationships that help us save lives and protect families.

With an annual organizational revenue goal of approximately $1.075 million, this is a key leadership position responsible for driving development strategy across major gifts, corporate and national partnerships, grants, sponsorships, campaigns, and fundraising events.

The Director of Development will lead a growing development team and work closely with the Executive Director and Board to strengthen the Foundation’s financial sustainability and expand our impact.

About Us

The Kailee Mills Foundation is dedicated to saving lives and protecting families by increasing seat belt use through education, awareness, and support.

Our vision is a future where everyone buckles up—every seat, every ride—saving lives and keeping families whole.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and execute the Foundation’s overall fundraising and revenue growth strategy
• Grow and diversify revenue through major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants, sponsorships, campaigns, and other philanthropic opportunities
• Lead national partnerships and high-level corporate relationships from cultivation through long-term stewardship
• Manage and grow a portfolio of major donors and high-capacity prospects
• Develop new sponsorship, cause-marketing, and strategic partnership opportunities
• Lead fundraising strategy for the Foundation’s signature events, including the Buckle Up Heroes Bowl, Drive to Save Lives Golf Tournament, and Buckle Up Gala
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the Foundation’s development team
• Establish clear fundraising goals, metrics, systems, and accountability
• Partner with the Executive Director and Board on donor cultivation, introductions, stewardship, and fundraising opportunities
• Use donor and fundraising data to evaluate performance, strengthen the pipeline, and guide strategy

What We’re Looking For

• 7+ years of nonprofit fundraising, development, or partnership experience
• Proven success securing major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and strategic partnerships
• Demonstrated experience leading and supervising development staff
• Strong relationship-building, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Experience with donor databases, fundraising analytics, and revenue tracking
• Ability and willingness to attend Foundation events, including occasional evenings, weekends, and travel
• Genuine commitment to the mission and values of the Kailee Mills Foundation

We’re looking for a strategic, results-driven relationship builder who is excited to take ownership of fundraising growth, develop a strong team, and help take the Foundation’s impact to the next level.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $90,000 annually

Compensation for this position is set within an established salary structure and is not negotiable.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with employer match up to 3%
• Paid time off and sick leave
• Paid holidays, including a floating holiday
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities