Senior Director of Development

Samaritan Center; Austin (TX); Vor Ort; USD 85.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health coverage including medical,...

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Professional development allowance

Hybrid work schedule

Zusammenfassung

Samaritan Center in Austin, TX seeks a Senior Director of Development to lead fundraising strategy, donor cultivation, and major events in a brand-new role that blends strategy with hands-on leadership. The position emphasizes donor portfolios, stewardship, and growth of the organization’s giving programs.

You will collaborate with executive leadership, oversee development operations and staff, and drive major gifts, campaigns, and partnerships to support our mission of improving mental,

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or related field.
• CFRE certification preferred.

Aufgaben

• Develop fundraising, event, and gift strategies to support the organization’s mission, vision, and goals.
• Maintain donor portfolio and cultivate new relationships through outreach and community engagements.
• Provide strategic leadership for fundraising events and sponsorships, and manage event performance and community engagement.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop short- and long-term fundraising strategies and engage the Board.
• Oversee development operations and staff with clear strategies to increase revenue.

Kenntnisse

Donor cultivation

Event management

Strategic fundraising

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree

CFRE certification

Jobbeschreibung

Position Title

Senior Director of Development

Who we are:

Samaritan Center strengthens the mental, physical, spiritual, and social well-being of individuals and families by providing high-quality, affordable mental health and integrative wellness services for children, adults, and families. For 52 years, we have served Central Texas through counseling, integrative medicine, community partnerships, and education. Our largest program, Hope for Heroes, serves veterans, service members, their families, and first responders. Our mission is to empower individuals, families, and communities and provide a safe space for growth and healing so no one faces tough times alone.

Join the Samaritan Center family!

Samaritan Center is seeking a motivated, goal-oriented Senior Director of Development to join our highly respected team in the Austin area. This is a hybrid role, and is a unique opportunity for an experienced development professional with a proven track record to create a brand-new role and lead efforts to strengthen fundraising at Samaritan Center.

Responsibilities

Donor Cultivation & Stewardship

• Develop and implement fundraising, event, and gift strategies that support the organization’s mission, vision, and goals
• Maintain the donor portfolio while cultivating new donor relationships, ensuring consistent outreach and stewardship, while building relationships through community events and engagements

Event Management & Sponsorship

• Provide strategic leadership and hands-on management of fundraising events, including the Hope for Heroes Benefit, Samaritan Cup Golf Classic, and other cultivation events, while continuously evaluating event performance and community engagement.
• Execute and maximize sponsorship strategy, including identifying prospects, creating sponsorship packages, and securing commitments.

Development Operations & Leadership

• Collaborate with executive leadership to develop short- and long-term fundraising strategies and ensure engagement with the Board of Trustees and committees to support the organization’s mission, vision, and goals
• Oversee effective development operations and staff by providing leadership, development, and motivation, and clear strategies for increasing revenue

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or related field required
• CFRE certification preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 5+ years in an equivalent position and experience in professional fundraising, including donor cultivation and event management
• Minimum of 2 years in a supervisory role required, including managing and developing fundraising teams
• Demonstrated success securing major gifts and managing donor portfolios
• Proven track record of leading successful nonprofit fundraising events

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $85,000 - $100,000/yr
• Flexible hybrid work schedule
• Health coverage including medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Opportunities and allowance for professional development

The Samaritan Center is an equal opportunity employer, a drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.

All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By applying, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Applicants who require accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact a management representative.