Strategic Development Director – Major Gifts & Campaigns

The Salvation Army; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Assigned vehicle

Cell phone allowance

Full health coverage

Retirement

Professional development

Paid time off

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking an experienced Director of Development for the Del Oro Division in Sacramento, California to implement, administer, and sustain a development plan. This leadership role focuses on planning, fundraising, donor relations, and program development within the Del Oro Division.

You will oversee all aspects of development, including written communication for funders, proposals for foundations and corporations, and engagement with new funders to generate revenue streams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in business, management, marketing, public relations, communications or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• CFRE certification (AFP) desirable.
• Ten years of fundraising experience with progressive responsibility, five to seven years at director level.
• Six to eight years of progressive management experience with strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of comprehensive development programs and board development.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and direct all development programs for the Del Oro Division.
• Oversee fundraising activities, donor relations, capital campaigns and special events.
• Develop and manage donor strategies, proposals and funding relationships.
• Lead and develop development staff and coordinate with corps officers and advisory boards.
• Provide leadership to capital campaigns and donor communications and reporting.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Masters preferred

Job description

The Salvation Army is seeking an experienced Director of Development for the Del Oro Division in Sacramento, California to implement, administer, and sustain a development plan. This leadership role focuses on planning, fundraising, donor relations, and program development within the Del Oro Division.

You will oversee all aspects of development, including written communication for funders, proposals for foundations and corporations, and engagement with new funders to generate revenue streams.