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Director of Advancement

Presencial, El trabajo se debe realizar en o cerca de Princeton, MN
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  • Descripción

    Tipo de contrato:
    A Tiempo Completo
    Fecha de inicio:
    30 de agosto de 2025
    Fecha límite de postulación:
    30 de agosto de 2025
    Educación:
    Formación Corta
    Nivel de Experiencia:
    Nivel Senior
    Salario:
    USD $80.000 - $90.000 / año
    Área de Impacto:
    Animales

    Descripción

    Are you a strategic, relationship-driven leader with a passion for animal welfare? Ruff Start Rescue, a foster-based animal rescue organization, is seeking a dynamic Director of Advancement to lead and unify our fundraising, marketing, and communications initiatives. This is a leadership position that will play a key role in sustaining and growing the organization’s revenue, brand presence, and community engagement.

    As a member of the leadership team, you will oversee a talented advancement team, lead cross-departmental strategies, guide Ruff Start Rescue’s efforts to deepen donor relationships, expand visibility, and support long-term sustainability. You’ll manage efforts across individual giving, major gifts, grants, corporate sponsorships, storytelling, marketing campaigns, donor events, and more—ensuring our mission thrives and expands.

    Availability

    This is a full-time, salaried position requiring a commitment of at least 40 hours per week. Hybrid work schedule: 2–3 days per week on-site in Princeton, MN, with flexibility for remote work. Regular availability for phone and email communication is expected.

    Essential Job Functions:

    Fundraising & Donor Development

    • Lead and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy encompassing annual giving, major and planned gifts, donor retention, corporate sponsorships, grants, and events.
    • Manage a portfolio of key donors and funders, overseeing cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship while guiding the Major Gift Officer and Development Officer.
    • Partner with the Executive Director, Board, and advancement team to develop donor engagement strategies across all giving tiers.
    • Support the Development & Grants Administrator in identifying aligned grant opportunities, ensuring quality submissions, compliance, and timely reporting.
    • Oversee donor segmentation, stewardship planning, and signature campaigns (e.g., Give to the Max Day), ensuring data-driven decisions and timely recognition.
    • Provide messaging and materials to equip leadership and board members for successful donor outreach and solicitation.

    Marketing & Communications Leadership

    • Oversee RSR’s brand, marketing, and communications strategy to elevate visibility, community engagement, and mission alignment.
    • Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications Manager to implement a cohesive content calendar, ensuring consistent messaging as well as strong brand expressions across all platforms and experiences.
    • Champion emotionally resonant storytelling and lead communications that support fundraising, events, public relations, and merchandise.
    • Monitor performance metrics to evaluate campaign impact and continuously improve outreach and engagement strategies.

    Campaigns, Events & Community Engagement

    • Oversee the strategy, planning, and execution of all RSR events and campaigns, ensuring alignment with fundraising, outreach, and sponsorship goals; evaluate performance and refine for impact.
    • Serve as a public-facing representative of RSR, championing emotionally compelling storytelling through adopter stories, community content, and donor engagement efforts.

    Strategic Planning & Evaluation

    • Lead the development and execution of a unified advancement strategy—including fundraising, communications, and brand awareness—while tracking key performance metrics across donor engagement, marketing, and stewardship.
    • Collaborate with the Executive Director, Leadership Team, and Board of Directors on long-term growth planning, including oversight of the Advancement Committee and contribution to board communications.
    • Ensure alignment between development and marketing functions, monitor funding trends, and manage the advancement budget with transparency and strategic foresight.

    Team Leadership & Management

    • Lead and support the advancement team—including the Development Officer, Major Gift Officer (open role), Events Manager, Development & Grants Administrator, Marketing & Communications Manager, and Social Media Specialist (indirectly, via the Marketing Manager)—through coaching, performance management, and professional development.
    • Foster a collaborative, mission-driven culture that values innovation, results, and aligned cross-functional teamwork.
    • Serve as a key member of the Leadership Team, advancing strategic planning, budgeting, staffing, and systems efficiency across the organization.

    Qualifications & Requirements

    • Deep passion for animal welfare and Ruff Start Rescue’s mission.
    • 5+ years of progressive leadership in fundraising, marketing, and nonprofit advancement.
    • Demonstrated success overseeing staff and cross-functional teams for 5+ years.
    • Proven track record in major gifts, grant acquisition, and strategic communications.
    • Skilled in team leadership, departmental collaboration, and achieving measurable outcomes.
    • Proficient in donor databases, digital marketing platforms, data analysis, and CRMs.
    • Experience planning events and leading community engagement efforts.
    • Exceptional organizational, communication, and public speaking skills.
    • Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (or equivalent experience).
    • Flexible schedule, with availability for occasional evenings and weekends.

    Meetings & Participation

    • Attend signature events, donor gatherings, and annual volunteer appreciation events.
    • Participate in internal planning meetings, leadership team discussions, and board committee meetings as needed.

    Ideal Candidate Traits

    • Strategic, creative thinker with a focus on execution and results.
    • Collaborative leader who inspires and empowers teams.
    • Emotionally intelligent and adept at relationship-building.
    • Calm, adaptable, and proactive in dynamic nonprofit settings.
    • Detail-oriented and data-driven with a big-picture mindset.
    • Mission-driven storyteller who can connect donors and the public to RSR’s impact.
    • Systems-oriented, with a talent for streamlining operations and team workflows.
    • Accountable leader who fosters a culture of clarity, follow-through, and trust.
    • Decisive and action-oriented, with the ability to move initiatives forward quickly.
    • Diplomatic communicator skilled at aligning cross-departmental teams.

    Benefits:

    Health & Insurance

    • Health insurance available the 1st of the month after 30 days; RSR covers 50% of the employee premium.
    • Optional insurance plans available after 90 days (employee-paid at discounted group rates), including:
      • Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Accident, Critical Illness, Cancer, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

    Retirement & Time Off

    • 401(k) plan with up to 3% match after 90 days.
    • Paid Time Off (PTO):
      • Year 1: 10 days
      • Years 2–3: 15 days
      • Years 4–5: 20 days
      • Years 6–7: 25 days
      • Year 8+: 30 days
      • (PTO is prorated from anniversary date upon moving into a new bracket)
    • 7 paid holidays annually; observed on the closest workday if falling on a weekend.

    Professional Development & Perks

    • Up to $200 annually for professional development.
    • Employee discount on Ruff Start Rescue merchandise and services.

    Salary: $80,000-$90,000

    Reports to: Executive Director

    Are you a strategic, relationship-driven leader with a passion for animal welfare? Ruff Start Rescue, a foster-based animal rescue organization, is seeking a dynamic Director of Advancement to lead and unify our fundraising, marketing, and communications initiatives. This is a leadership position that will play a key role in sustaining and growing the organization’s revenue, brand presence, and community engagement.

    As a member of the leadership team, you will oversee a talented advancement team, lead cross-departmental strategies, guide Ruff Start Rescue’s efforts to deepen donor relationships, expand visibility, and support long-term sustainability. You’ll manage efforts across individual giving, major gifts, grants, corporate sponsorships, storytelling, marketing campaigns, donor events, and more—ensuring our mission thrives and expands.

    Availability

    This is a full-time, salaried position requiring a commitment of at least 40 hours per week…

    Ubicación

    Presencial
    12526 319th Ave, Princeton, MN 55371, USA

    Cómo aplicar

    Please include a cover letter and resume with your application. Please apply here.

    Please include a cover letter and resume with your application. Please apply here.

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