Director of Development and Partnerships
This role manages all aspects of fundraising, including annual giving, corporate sponsorships, grant funding, donor cultivation, planned giving, and capital campaigns. The Director of Development and Partnerships serves as a visible ambassador in the community, cultivating relationships that inspire philanthropic support and advance the mission of Habitat for Humanity.
Key Responsibilities
* Donor Relations & Major Gifts (40%)
* Develop and implement strategies to secure major gifts.
* Serve as the primary relationship manager for a portfolio of donors and prospective donors, with emphasis on mid-level and major gift prospects.
* Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising plans that include measurable goals and identified target audiences.
* Partner with the Executive Director and Board members to identify and solicit major donors.
* Work closely with the Director of Communications to align key messaging.
* Maintain a comprehensive donor recognition program, ensuring timely acknowledgment and impact reporting.
* Integrate planned giving opportunities into ongoing donor cultivation.
Business Partnerships (20%)
* Identify, cultivate, and secure corporate sponsorships, employee giving programs, and business partnerships.
* Create and manage sponsorship packages for events, campaigns, and special initiatives.
* Maintain strong relationships with business partners, ensuring fulfillment of benefits and ongoing engagement.
* Represent Habitat at community and business networking events to strengthen visibility and support.
* Works closely with Volunteer Coordinator to build and sustain partnerships with organizations and businesses while ensuring all sponsorship benefits are successfully delivered.
Annual Fund & Campaigns (20%)
* Direct and support the fundraising efforts of the Board, volunteers, and staff.
* Lead planning and execution of annual giving programs, including the annual fundraising events, special donor events, direct mail, monthly giving, and online campaigns.
* Develop and implement multi-year campaign strategies to meet fundraising goals.
* Work closely with the Executive Coordinator to maintain accurate donor records in the CRM database and provide regular progress reports.
Grants & Institutional Giving (10%)
* Research and apply for grant opportunities to support operations and capital projects.
* Prepare and submit grant proposals and manage all required reporting.
* Maintain a calendar of grant deadlines and deliverables.
Special Events & Community Engagement (10%)
* Work with volunteers and committees to sustain and grow community fundraising events.
* Schedule and deliver presentations to community groups, businesses, faith communities, and civic organizations.
Qualifications
* Significant demonstrated experience identifying, cultivating, soliciting, finalizing, and stewarding individual gifts, particularly major and planned gifts.
* Substantial progressive fundraising experience, with a proven track record in major gifts, donor portfolio management, and business partnerships.
* Success in securing significant contributions from individuals, corporations, and foundations.
* Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and communication skills.
* Experience with donor databases (CRM) and Microsoft Office Suite.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
* Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.
* Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally.
How to Apply
To see the full jobs description visit www.helenahabitat.org/employment. Email a cover letter, resume, and three references to Jacob Kuntz at [email protected]. For more information, contact Jacob at (406) 204-7315.
About Helena Area Habitat for Humanity
Helena Area Habitat for Humanity (HAHFH) is a nonprofit housing organization dedicated to building homes, communities, and hope. Since 1992, we have partnered with hundreds of local families to construct, rehabilitate, and preserve affordable housing across the greater Helena region.
In addition to building homes, we advocate for fair and just housing policies and provide education and resources to help individuals and families achieve lasting stability.
We are currently developing Rose Hills, a transformational neighborhood in East Helena planned for over 1,500 new homes. Built on land once part of a former industrial site, Rose Hills will be the largest development project ever undertaken by a Habitat for Humanity organization. The community will feature quality, affordable homes along with parks, trails, and gathering spaces designed to foster connection and opportunity for generations to come.
As part of Habitat for Humanity International, which has helped more than 22 million people worldwide improve their housing conditions, we believe that everyone deserves a safe, decent, and affordable place to call home.
Salary Range: $75,000 to $85,000 annually
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About Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity, founded in 1976, is a global, Christian-based nonprofit organization that grew out of an intentionally multi-racial community in rural Georgia. Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat brings together people of all faiths and people of no faith to build homes, communities and hope. Working alongside each other, we help families and individuals build and improve places to call home and achieve the strength, stability and self-reliance they need to build better lives for themselves. Habitat seeks individuals who have a willingness to affirm these principles and values.
At Habitat for Humanity International, we are compelled by our Koinonia roots to put God’s love for all into action and pursue housing equity and opportunity by bringing all people together to build community and drive impact. We strive to build a culture rooted in learning, accountability and trust, attracting and retaining mission-driven talent reflective of the global communities we serve.
As an equal opportunity employer, we realize our success depends on courageously committing to being a workplace where all staff feel safe, welcome, visible, respected, supported and valued, and building a workforce that reflects a variety of lived experiences, backgrounds and perspectives, in which every person experiences dignity and respect.
We also require that all staff take seriously their ethical responsibilities to safeguarding our intended beneficiaries, their communities (especially children) and all those with whom we work. In line with the prevention of sexual exploitation and abuse, all staff must pass a thorough background screening and will be held accountable to upholding our policies around ethical behavior, including safeguarding and whistleblowing.
