Vice President, Development and Donor Relations (SBF)

Santa Barbara Foundation; Santa Barbara (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

The Santa Barbara Foundation seeks a visionary Vice President, Development and Donor Relations to lead asset development, donor stewardship, and partnerships that expand the Foundation’s impact in Santa Barbara County.

Reporting to the CEO, this executive will design and implement a comprehensive development strategy, nurture major gifts, and build collaborations with community partners to grow the endowment and sustainable funding for the Foundation’s programs.

Job description

Vice President, Development and Donor Relations (SBF)

Posted on October 13, 2020

About Us

Santa Barbara Foundation (SBF), one of the oldest and largest community foundations in the United States, was established in 1928 to enrich the lives of the people of Santa Barbara County through philanthropy and community involvement.

About the Position

SBF seeks an experienced leader and manager to serve as the Vice President, Development and Donor Relations. The Vice President, Development and Donor Relations will provide strategic leadership in all aspects of asset development, new partnerships, and leveraging the impact of donations from donors. This role will lead and develop an integrated development and marketing/communications strategy focused on cultivating new partnerships for co-investment in SBF’s community impact work, driving new revenue opportunities, and continuing the stewardship and expansion of its donor base and endowment.