Director of Foundation Giving - Dallas, TX

The Salvation Army Southern Territory; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Benefits

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Salvation Army Southern Territory is seeking a seasoned fundraising executive to plan, develop, implement and oversee foundation giving and government grant activities. You will build strong relationships with foundations and government partners while guiding a team to meet annual fundraising goals.

You will collaborate with programs and grants staff to prepare compelling proposals, manage donor data, and ensure timely reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 7+ years of foundation/fundraising experience.
• CFRE certification preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex foundation and government grant programs.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise staff for foundation giving and government grants.
• Develop, implement and evaluate grant strategies to meet fundraising goals.
• Strengthen relationships with donors, foundations and government partners.
• Coordinate with programs and Grants/Contracts teams on proposals and reporting.
• Oversee donor management system and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Fundraising Leadership

Foundation Giving

Grants Management

Donor Relations

Government Grants

Staff Supervision

Strategic Planning

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Marketing / Communications background

CFRE Certification

Tools

CRM software

Grant management system

Job description

Job Summary:Plans, develops, implements, oversees, and evaluates all private foundation and government fundraising activities across Area Command based on a formalized fund development program. Assists in strengthening relationships with foundation representatives to increase engagement and assess potential giving opportunities. Works closely with programs team and Grants and Contracts Specialists to develop relationships with government entities to secure government funding. Works closely with Grants Coordinator to strengthen relationships and steward gifts and oversees the preparation of proposals and applications. Work with immediate supervisor or Area Command Officers to support campaign fundraising.Key Responsibilities:Directs the selection, training and supervision of all staff responsible for foundation giving and government grants; instructs and trains employees in the proper methods and procedures for conducting work; monitors work for compliance with established program policies, procedures, standards and regulations; conducts performance evaluations.Administers, leads, plans, and supervises Foundation Giving, and government grants which results in increased donor engagement, programmatic accountability and reaching fundraising goals.Provides strong, effective and highly visible leadership to the Foundation Giving and grants teams in order to capitalize on the full potential of these most critical resources; ensures that all employees are stimulated, motivated and guided to contribute fully to the realization of The Salvation Army’s mission, vision, goals and objectives and empowers employees to identify innovative approaches to enhance organizational performance.Mentor and lead Grants Coordinator, and Grants and Contracts Specialists staff as a priority in order to promote a cohesive and successful team; ensure employee engagement in a focused effort to retain and grow staff.Supervise the expenditure of granted funds and submission of progress and final reports as required by grantors. This includes working with The Salvation Army financial department to ensure appropriate processes are in place for monitoring and tracking planning and development grant related revenues and costs.Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates a variety of foundation giving and government grants strategies to achieve short-range and long-range goals; communicates and coordinates with the immediate supervisor or Area Command Officers the status and accomplishments of short and long-range plans, goals and objectives for foundation and government grant activities.Leads a team to implement developed strategies and holds team members accountable for meeting established fundraising goals and metrics.Develops and fosters relationships with foundation funders and finds personal connections with staff, board, volunteers and donors that will ensure the attention of foundation funders.Working in collaboration with programs teams, develops and fosters relationships with government entities to ensure notification of potential funding opportunities and an understanding of Salvation Army programs that fit funding guidelines.Ensures the donor management system is maintained so that accurate and complete profiles are developed, and records are maintained for each donor and identified prospect, including records of contacts, relationships, activities, meeting notes and giving histories; all are maintained.Develops, establishes and maintains a listing of foundation donors/prospects; ensures that all requests from donors/prospects for information and clarification are responded to in an accurate, timely and professional manner; evaluates day-to-day efforts to ensure that goals established are met and/or surpassed.Accompanies Advisory Board members, Managing Director, Area Commander, and immediate supervisor as needed in support of visits with foundations.Collaborates with members of the Community Relations Department team to ensure coordination of communications, stewardship and solicitation activities result in maximizing relationships with foundations.Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Ability to meet attendance requirements.Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language effectively.Ability to travel to various locations in order to participate in meetings, institutional events, etc.Ability and willingness to conduct all duties in accordance with the ministry of the organization and its Christian principles; conducts all communications and job duties with the highest level of professionalism.Duties are usually performed seated. Sitting may be relieved by brief or occasional periods of standing or walking.Limited amount of physical effort required associated with walking, standing, lifting and carrying light objects (less than 25 lbs.) frequently.Work may be performed in an office environment where there are little or no physical discomforts associated with changes in weather or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt and the like but not limited to the office environment.Employee Benefits:Health, Dental, Vision, and Hearing InsuranceGroup Life InsuranceRetirement BenefitsPaid Time OffEducation and Experience:Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications or a related field,AndSeven years of successful foundation and fundraising experience Orany equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.Certifications:Valid Texas Driver's LicenseCFRE certification preferredEqual Opportunity Employer: Veterans | Disabled