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Director of Development

Employer
Literacy Action, Inc.
Location
Atlanta, Georgia
Salary
Commensurate with experience
Closing date
Oct 13, 2022

Job Details

Location: Atlanta- main office

Reports to: Executive Director

Direct Reports:  3-4

Classification:  Full-time salary

FLSA Status: Exempt

Department:   Development

Benefits: Health/Dental/Vision benefits, 401K plus 15 PTO, and one-week paid holiday (Christmas Eve - January 1)

Salary Range:  Commensurate with experience

Apply At:                                          https://literacyaction.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php?id=33

Website:  www.literacyaction.org

SUMMARY

The Director of Development coordinates all fundraising efforts to drive Literacy Action goals and objectives, including donor cultivation and stewardship, grants administration, an annual giving campaign, and events management. 

In addition to leading the Development team, the Director of Development will coordinate and manage marketing and corporate communications. Responsible for the development of Literacy Action's communication strategy and will contribute to Literacy Action's strategic planning process. The Director will develop and oversee newsletters and other print publications; Web, E-news, and other online communications; media and public relations; and marketing initiatives.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES     

Fundraising Planning and Programming

  • Works with the Literacy Action leadership and Board's Resource Development Committee in creating an annual strategic funding plan and a long-range giving plan.
  • Oversees a move management system with all donors.
  • Manages a major gifts portfolio, a business giving portfolio, and a foundation giving portfolio. Cultivate, solicit, and close a pre-determined number of gifts.
  • Plans and implements the annual individual giving campaign and administers a planned giving program.
  • Develops and manages a departmental budget and resources to optimize efforts.
  • Defines metrics and creates methods for tracking the progress of all fundraising activities.
  • Communicates relevant aspects of the Development Department to stakeholders.
  • Research prospective donors' and grantors' interests and requirements to find alignment and opportunity for Literacy Action.

Donor Relationship and Stewardship

  • Manages donor stewardship, from cultivation to acknowledgment, including preparing and editing correspondence and support materials, tracking gifts, and preparing reports for board meetings, funders, and the Executive Director.
  • Prepares the Executive Director and other leadership team members to cultivate effectively, solicit, and close gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations.
  • Actively develops and supports the Board of Trustees in its fundraising.
  • Create, implement, manage, and evaluate a year-round events portfolio, including a signature event.
  • Oversees reporting to comply with partner institutions' funding requirements.

Marketing and Communications

  • Oversee development of all Literacy Action's print communications, including the annual report, marketing collateral materials, and electronic communications, including Literacy Action's website and new media; manage relationships with associated vendors.
  • Serve as a lead point person on media interactions that help promote and/or impact the organization.
  • Exercise judgment to prioritize media opportunities and prepare necessary talking points, speeches, presentations, and other supporting material.
  • Actively engage, cultivate and manage press relationships to ensure coverage surrounding Literacy Action programs, special events, public announcements, and other projects.
  • Oversee the day-to-day activities of the communications function, including budgeting, planning, and staff development.
  • Create and oversee the utilization of a Style Guide for the organization that addresses staff collateral, document creation, and internal/external communications.
  • Collaborate with team members to determine student, volunteer, special event, and trustee collateral needs.

Team Management and Development

  • Provides day-to-day management and support to Literacy Action's senior leadership team, who are responsible for academic program management, research and design, fundraising, marketing, and communications, systems, and financial management.
  • Holds team accountable for conducting operations in a legal, ethical and transparent manner while complying with the organization's policies, laws, and regulations.
  • Recruits and actively develops staff capability to meet current and future staffing needs.
  • Sets performance goals and provides ongoing feedback, coaching, and development to enhance the team's capability and to drive a culture of coaching and continuous improvement; reviews performance in a consistent, fair, and objective manner to facilitate open communication and encourage ongoing development and performance improvement.
  • Provides the tools, resources, and training needed for the team to perform their roles effectively.

Performs all other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATIONS

  • A Bachelor's degree in a related field of study or 8 years of equivalent experience and/or education of comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
  • 5+ years of experience in one or more of the following: nonprofit fundraising, marketing, event planning and/or public relations.
  • Experience in the nonprofit sector, proven fundraising experience, and knowledge of the Atlanta philanthropic and business communities.
  • Experience with Internet-based giving strategies.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Knowledge and ability to develop fundraising programs and events that drive positive donor and community relations.
  • Ability to quickly build trust and partnerships across various stakeholder groups (e.g., including major donors, trustees, volunteers, staff, and students).
  • Communication skills that create a positive impact and engagement (written, verbal, and presentations).
  • Ability to develop and implement recommendations and plans to achieve organization, donor, and partnership goals.
  • Project management and execution skills with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities.
  • Decision-making skills that drive organizational success.
  • Driven to continuously identify opportunities to improve the organization's effectiveness.
  • Proficiency in development database management (e.g., SalesForce) and Microsoft applications.
  • Effective public speaking and presentation skills are essential.

Company

Literacy Action's mission is to build better futures for undereducated adults by teaching literacy, life and work skills that empower them to reach their highest potential. Founded in 1968 in a church basement, Literacy Action is now the oldest, largest, and leading adult basic education nonprofit in the Southeastern United States. Literacy Action offers classes to all levels of adult learners working toward a certain functionality goal or a specific credential, like passing the General Education Development (GED) exam.

Company info
Website
Telephone
404-818-7323
Location
231 Peachtree Street, NE | Suite M-100
M-100
Atlanta
GA
30303
US

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