Senior Director of Development

Heifer International has another unique job opportunity as the Senior Director of Development - its nice to see non profits that are hiring during these times!

Function: To lead and manage the Development Department by ensuring the development and implementation of the departmental strategic and operational plans. The Senior Director of Development provides leadership and strategic direction for the Major Gifts, Grants and Capital Campaign fundraising teams in a manner that is consistent with Heifer International's mission, vision and values. Responsibilities: Responsible for creation of strategy for the Development Department and implementation and monitoring of the fundraising plans. Responsible for meeting the revenue and expense targets for the Development teams. Oversee and direct prospect cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship efforts leveraging a Moves Management Process. Educate departmental managers and directors on current trends in fundraising and grantmaking, as well as in developing and implementing program plans in their designated areas to fully reach the goals and objectives of the Department. Work closely with Executive Vice President (EVP) to ensure effectiveness of all Major Gifts activities. Work closely with each area of Development in order to establish strategic objectives and ensure success in all areas while minimizing expenses. Serve as a “thought leader” for Heifer on Capital Campaign, Major Gifts, and other fundraising efforts. May have additional signing authority and assume additional responsibilities in the EVP’s absence. Develop and monitor effective policies and procedures regarding major gifts, grants and capital campaign fundraising leading to increased funds in all areas. Provide leadership and direction to staff regarding fundraising best practices and ensures timely implementation of plans. Effectively work with the Chief Operating Officer and President & CEO and other Heifer executives (Board, International Program Country Directors, etc) to cultivate and solicit funds from Major Donors. Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors using short-term and long-term fundraising strategic plans; secure gifts through the systematic and effective cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of individuals, corporations and foundations. Oversee the prospect management tracking and moves management system to ensure coordination of major gifts fundraising across the organization. Oversee the Prospect Research Office to ensure effective and timely research and identification of funders to include individuals, foundations and corporations. Liaise with appropriate internal teams for development of materials and proposals for solicitation. Maintain a current and substantive knowledge of the work of Heifer and fundraising best practices. Supervise and lead the development and administrative staff towards meeting the overall department goal. Develop, implement and monitor departmental operational plans and expense budgets. May perform other job-related responsibilities as assigned.

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