Development Director

Summary

Are you an experienced fundraiser who wants your work to drive real, meaningful social change to the benefit of millions of Americans? Are you someone with a passion and commitment to improve the world around you? No single act of state government inflicts more harm on the financial, social, and mental well-being of the people of our nation than the institution of predatory gambling. Stop Predatory Gambling is seeking a dynamic Development Director to grow our fundraising base and fuel a growing national movement dedicated to addressing this much-neglected problem and its harmful impacts on individuals, families, communities, and our country.

This is a unique opportunity to lead and expand fundraising efforts for a mission-driven organization at the forefront of national reform efforts. You’ll partner closely with leadership, engage committed supporters, and build sustainable revenue strategies that power advocacy, education, and outreach across the country. We invite you to bring your expertise and your passion to our team. This team member can work from anywhere in the United States.

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY

Who We Are

We reveal the truth behind gambling operators to advocate for those who have suffered harm, to prevent more victims, and to champion policy reforms that stop predatory gambling.

A 501c3 national non-profit organization, we are a national advocacy network of individuals and partner groups with members in all 50 states.

We are one of the most diverse organizations in the United States, one in which citizens of all political stripes and life circumstances, from every corner of the country, work side-by-side.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development Director will create and implement organizational fundraising initiatives with the Executive Director, board members, and other key stakeholders to grow and diversify revenue streams, including individual giving, foundation grants, and special events.

The ideal candidate will have a record of effective fundraising results, demonstrate excellent relationship-building skills, and convey a passion for meaningfully improving the financial, mental, and social well-being of tens of millions of Americans whose lives are being severely affected by predatory gambling.

What You'll Do

Fundraising Strategy and Planning

• Collaborate with the Executive Director and other stakeholders to create and implement Stop Predatory Gambling’s annual fundraising strategy
• Research, identify, and solicit new funding sources, including grants and individual donors.
• Develop and implement strategies to increase financial support from individual donors, foundations, and corporations.
• Strategize multi‐channel appeals, newsletters, and other fundraising campaigns to engage donors, collaborating with the communications team to ensure execution.
• Develop and execute donor acquisition direct mail efforts
• Manage contracts with development consultants and vendors, and track expenses against budgeted costs.
• Provide management support to the National Board’s development efforts
• Provide regular updates to the Executive Director and National Board Members on fundraising performance and progress toward goals.
• Integrate fundraising into educational and outreach efforts

Donor Cultivation and Stewardship

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing donors, sponsors, and prospective supporters.
• Develop and manage donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans.
• Ensure timely and accurate gift entry and acknowledgment, including personalized donor communications such as thank-you letters and impact reports
• Manage correspondence related to donations, pledges, and donor inquiries.
• Maintain a calendar of stewardship activities and events, providing project management for fundraising initiatives

Grant Management

• Research and identify potential foundation grant opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Financial Manager to track and meet grant reporting requirements.

Event Planning and Execution

• Plan and execute fundraising events, working with event committees, vendors, volunteers, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth event logistics.
• Manage event budgets and track expenses to ensure successful, cost-effective events.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure events align with organizational goals and provide exceptional experiences for attendees.

Data Management and Reporting

• Oversee and maintain the donor database, managing the integration of Salesforce with financial systems and ensuring accurate records and donor integrity.
• Analyze donor data to inform strategies for donor cultivation, retention, and growth.
• Generate reports and metrics to track fundraising progress.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including communications, to create fundraising materials.

Key Character Traits

• Someone engaged in their community and the world around them
• Selfless
• Gets along well with others
• Possesses a moral backbone and acts on it
• Steady and reliable
• Can work with people of all political stripes
• Someone who has the ability to make the work fun (at least some of the time)
• Highly-resilient
• Dependable, self-motivated, honest

Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• At least 3-5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, including
  • Donor cultivation strategy
  • Fundraising events management
  • Grant research and management (preferred)
• Ability to execute fundraising plans and strategies that generate significant results with proven track record in managing donor relations and development operations
• Excellent writing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and engage diverse stakeholders
• Proven organizational, time-management, and project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Experience establishing and maintaining major new giving programs (preferred)
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team
• Knowledge of fundraising best practices and experience with prospecting tools
• Experience writing and submitting successful grant applications (preferred)

What We Offer:

Work Environment, Schedule, and Compensation

The physical demands described for this position are that of a typical office environment.

Location: Remote; willingness to travel required on occasion (likely no more than quarterly.) This position could function anywhere in the United States. While the ideal candidate would be located in or near Greater Boston, location will not be a deciding factor in choosing the right candidate.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, occasional evenings and weekend availability will be required as job duties demand. For the right candidate, if necessary, we are open to offering flexibility on structuring the work week.

Compensation: $75,000-$90,000 commensurate with experience with opportunities for advancement as the organization grows. This position is eligible for a benefits package including:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off policy (10 days)
• Federal holidays paid off

Please submit your resume along with a cover letter that describes how your interests fit our needs.

• Health insurance
• Paid time off policy (10 days)
• Federal holidays paid off

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