State Director: Nonprofit Programs & Fundraising Leader

Socket.dev; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits program

Health benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Best Buddies International in Las Vegas seeks a State Director to lead statewide program operations and fundraising efforts. You will oversee offices statewide, manage staff and volunteers, and secure funding for programs while ensuring program consistency and impact.

The role requires strong fundraising, grant management, and leadership skills, with a hands-on approach to program development and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or at least 4 years’ relevant experience.
• At least four to seven years progressive experience in fundraising including a record of success in expanding a donor base through cultivation and stewardship, grant writing, event planning/implementation, and board management.
• At least three to five years of management/supervisory experience, and superior talent-building and team-building skills.
• Superior persuasive writing and presentation skills with the ability to articulate the mission and activities of Best Buddies with passion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with online database management systems.
• Strong project management and multitasking abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversees statewide program operations and ensures program success.
• Plans and implements statewide fundraising and volunteer initiatives and events.
• Manages grants/contracts, reporting, and donor relations with funders.
• Leads recruitment, training, and retention of staff and volunteers.
• Directs program and fundraising staff and coordinates with HQ Programs Team.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor cultivation

Leadership

Written communication

Public speaking

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 4+ years relevant experience

Tools

MS Office

Database systems

Job description

Best Buddies International in Las Vegas seeks a State Director to lead statewide program operations and fundraising efforts. You will oversee offices statewide, manage staff and volunteers, and secure funding for programs while ensuring program consistency and impact.

The role requires strong fundraising, grant management, and leadership skills, with a hands-on approach to program development and community engagement.