Director of Fund Development

Goodwill Industries Of Kanawha Valley; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short/long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Goodwill Industries of the Summit in Charleston, WV seeks a Director of Fund Development to build donor relationships, manage grant proposals, and lead internal/external fundraising efforts. The role focuses on developing strategies for individual and major gifts, and coordinating events that support fundraising objectives.

This leadership position requires strong communication, grant-writing skills, and the ability to work with leadership to advance programmatic funding and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with related experience in development or fundraising.
• Proven ability to plan and manage donor cultivation and relationships.
• Experience with grant proposals and fundraising communications.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmental strategies on individual, current, and prospective donors.
• Develop systems for prospect management, cultivation, evaluation, and reporting for gifts.
• Assist the VP of Communications with community outreach and fundraising events.

Skills

Grant writing

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in related field

Tools

Excel

Adobe Creative Cloud/Canva

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 107 CAPITOL ST - CHARLESTON, WV 25301

Position Type: Full Time

Job Category: Marketing

Company Description

At Goodwill Industries of the Summit, we assist people with disabilities and other vocational disadvantages to achieve full participation and integration into society through the power of work. Be a part of the Goodwill family where we train and lives change!

We envision persons with barriers to employment being able to choose rewarding employment, achieve financial security, and build careers and lives for themselves and their families, thus enriching our communities. We are currently growing and are looking for experienced individuals to support us in this endeavour.

Job Description

Under the direction of of the Vice President of Communications, the Director of Fund Development develops new relationships, facilitates new grant proposals, and directs internal/external relations for the organization. Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan and implement developmental strategies on individual, current, and prospective donors.
• Develop and implement prospect management, cultivation, evaluation, and reporting systems for planned gifts. Personally cultivate individuals for these gifts.
• Assist the Vice President of Communications in community outreach.
• Develop written proposals and business cases for major donor approach around specific program areas, especially in research, care services, and public policy.
• Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs, and financial needs of the organisation.
• Research grant opportunities from government and non-government agencies. Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organisation.
• Collaborate with the Vice President of Communications to utilise social media platforms for fund development.
• Assist the Vice President of Communications in planning all events that would require fundraising and donor support, i.e. the Annual Awards Dinner.
• Event coordination and planning for Goodwill-hosted/sponsored events.
• Perform other duties as directed or assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; Associate’s Degree with two to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have knowledge of Excel Database software, Adobe Creative Cloud/Canva, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid driver's licence required.
• Must have ability to pass criminal background check and drug screen.

Additional Information

A competitive compensation and benefits package for similar positions within the region will be offered. Goodwill Industries of the Summit offers benefits including retirement, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, short and long-term disability, and paid time off.

All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.