Director of Development
Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity is seeking an effective leader who is passionate about our mission and cultivates relationships in support of the work we do.
The Director of Development (DoD) role provides a blend of strategic thinking, interpersonal skills, and operational leadership in achieving the organization’s mission and directing the day-to-day activities of Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity. This person is responsible and accountable to the President & CEO for the management of the Development Team.
As the DoD, you will represent our affiliate throughout the community, understand the relational and systems sides of fundraising, excel at leading a team, and increase collaboration across departments.
Responsibilities:
- Fundraising
* In collaboration with the President & CEO and input from the Board of Directors create and maintain a strategic plan for fundraising that is consistent with the goals set forth by the organization.
* Identify and cultivate donor prospects with emphasis on major donors and securing recurring major gifts.
In partnership with the major gift officer, develop, implement, and maintain a planned giving program.
* Develop and implement a plan for donor recruitment, retention, and recognition.
* Manage the maintenance of the donor database, as well as recognition and acknowledgement of contributors.
* Manage special events fundraising in collaboration with Corporate, Faith and Events, as well as Marketing and
Communications.
* Secure sponsorships for Habitat homes from organizations, individuals, and consortia.
Public Appearances/Marketing
* Participate and assist others in representing CFHFH to the public.
* Represent CFHFH at meetings, organizations, etc. that further philanthropy.
Grants
* Work closely with the Grants Coordinator and Chief Operating Officer on grants procurement.
Miscellaneous
* Serve as an active member of the organization’s Leadership Team.
* Collaborate with all affiliate departments to increase organizational impact and support our increased home starts year over year.
Requirements:
* Commitment to Cape Fear Habitat for Humanity’s mission
* Demonstrated ability to lead teams in support of organizational goals
* Demonstrated ability to support and mentor team members
* Demonstrated ability to develop and articulate overall fundraising metrics
* Demonstrated ability to raise six figure gifts
* Bachelor’s degree in related fields of study and at least 5 years of experience in fundraising and knowledge of the local philanthropic community
* Membership in the Association of Fundraising Professionals and/or other philanthropy organizations is a plus.
* Valid NC driver’s license
* Strong attention to detail and ability to comply with regulations and procedures
* Commitment to excellent customer service
* Excellent computer skills required with experience in all Microsoft software products
* In-depth experience with a CRM tool, preferable Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge or Salesforce
* Strong organization, written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities independently
* Meet all deadlines agreed upon with the President & CEO
* Sensitivity to confidential information
* Satisfactory results of sex/offender & criminal background, soft pull credit check and pre-employment drug screening
Benefits:
* Full Health Benefit package options
* Paid Time Off and Holidays
* 401(k) plan with company match
* Intentional and mission-driven culture
How to apply: https://capefearhabitat.org/careers/
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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.
