Camp Fire is hiring a Part-Time Development Director

Camp Fire is seeking a Part-Time Development Director. If you know someone that would be a great candidate for this opportunity, please share this information with them & tell them to send their resume to  jobs@campfireusa.org. 

Job Description                                                                                                              

Job Title: Part-Time Development Director

Reports To: Director, Heartland Program & Innovation Center

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Department: Heartland Program & Innovation Center

Prepared By/Date: Tara Markley/ July 2012

Summary:

The Development Director will develop and lead a comprehensive fundraising enterprise that significantly increases fundraising to support all programs and capital projects.  The individual in this role will be expected to be a generalist who is ideally familiar with the entire range of fundraising techniques, from capital campaigns to corporate and foundation relations and sponsorship. 

Reporting to and in partnership with the Director of Heartland Program and Innovation Center, the Development Director will spearhead development efforts as Heartland Programs continues to grow. A new position in the organization, the Director will have the opportunity to build the development function.

Essential Duties

Responsible for the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of annual grant-writing, unrestricted funds, major and planned gifts.  This individual will report to and work closely with the Director in carrying out a strategic plan for meeting annual fund goals and objectives.

Responsibilities:

1.       Develop and execute Heartland Programs annual fundraising plan in coordination with the Director.

2.       Secure financial support from individuals, foundations and corporations

3.       Developing and submitting grant proposals-- based on annually identified needs to local, regional and national private and corporate foundations;

4.       Provide leadership and training to Advisory Committee and volunteers to develop and implement HPIC's fund development plan.

5.       Supporting the Director in preparing for major donor visits;

6.       Maintain and input information into Razor's Edge system. 

7.       Prepare monthly progress and tracking reports, in coordination with the Director, of fundraising efforts.

QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education, experience in a development department and a proven track record in fundraising.

1.       A minimum of 4-6 years experience in fund development and volunteer management, preferably in a mission driven non-profit setting.

2.       Ability to plan, organize and direct fund-raising organizational activities.

3.       Must be able to write inspirational proposals and presenting the philanthropic case for donors.

4.       Experience with fundraising software programs and proficiency with prospect research tools.

5.       Must be personable, articulate, diplomatic and be skilled in asking for donations. 

6.       Excellent oral and motivation skills required. 

7.       Demonstrated “self starter” with a “roll-up your sleeves” approach.

8.       Demonstrated commitment to philanthropy.

9.       Bi-lingual in English and Spanish is preferred.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

COMPENSATION

Camp Fire National Headquarters offers a competitive salary and benefits pack