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Bread of Life Mission of Seattle, WA
Director of Development (DD) is a member of the executive team and
responsible for the overall fundraising, planning, and execution in the support of the mission, vision
and goals of Bread of Life Mission (BOLM). Working closely with the CEO, the Director of
Development oversees the development strategy and execution needed to meet BOLM’s short-term
and long-term goals.
- Bachelor’s degree, master’s degree or CFRE preferred.
Demonstrated proven fundraising track record of results.
Seven (7) + years’ experience with growing responsibilities in fundraising, marketing, or a
related field
Five (5) + years responsibility in a leadership role - Comprehensive knowledge of fundraising, its impact, and awareness of associated tax-
ramifications/deductions. - Effective in researching and analyzing data to identify prospects.
Demonstrated knowledge of planned giving techniques and vehicles.
Strategic Management
- Oversee strategies and execution of planned giving, grants, mid and major donor programs, direct mail, foundations, social media, events, volunteers, and design and implement monthly giving program.
- Manage a growing team of 3 development professionals; coordinates weekly activity objectives, team meeting on a weekly basis, and the monthly development results review and planning meeting. Responsible for all aspectsof departmental staffing, including hiring, evaluating, discipline, and dismissal.
- Responsible for departmental budget of $1.5M for development function, fiscal management and working with contracted vendors.
- Create a comprehensive fundraising plan and provide best practice fundraising knowledge to addressorganization challenges.
- Oversee and grow the grant program.
- Ensure that the organization’s large and small annual fundraising events meet revenue targets and strategic goals.
- Evaluate the effectiveness and results of fundraising initiatives. Present progress to the CEO and board committees.
- Embrace the use of data to share the story of the impact of BOLM to prospective donors and supporters, inviting them (asking them) to participate at increasing levels.
- Create and implement an integrated strategic communications plan to advance BOLM’s brand identity, broadenawareness of its programs and priorities, and generate donor support.
Leads By Personal Example
- Position the mission in the community as a reliable source and disseminator of information regarding meeting the needs of the homeless.
- In addition to managing all aspects of the development program for the organization, personally manage a portfolio of 50-75 major donor relationships. Expected to conduct 2 meetings a week/100 a year with donors to BOLM.
- Oversee a Local Church Outreach Program to develop and nurture church relationships with BOLM. Oversee and approve preparation and distribution of press releases, media advisories, and public service announcements in collaboration with the CEO.
- Direct the coordination of fundraising activities and creates opportunities for staff involvement. Embrace the ideal of transparent and frequent interaction with his/her peers on the executive team in a collaborative effort to advance BOLM.
- At any time, with or without notice, will perform other duties and activities as assigned. Senior Management Team Coordination
- Partner with the Chief Executive Officer to establish annual goals and meet fundraising goals. Ensure that department is aligned with BOLM strategic plan.
- Develop strategy and execute upon mid-level and major donor relations and acquisition of mid-level and major gifts.
- Lead the team supporting the $30M Capital campaign to support the achievement of long-term strategic goals of BOLM.
- Works collaboratively with the CEO to increase private and foundation funding.
PLEASE NOTE:
Bread of Life Mission is a privately funded 501(c)3 Christian ministry. It is the policy of Bread of Life
to grant equal opportunities for employment to all qualified persons without regard to age, race, color, national origin, military, gender, genetic characteristic, marital status, unemployment, domestic violence, or any other applicable grounds prohibited by law.
Our designated purpose is religious. We consider every position essential in the fulfillment of our ministry and Mission Statement. As such, each employee must have a relationship with Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord.
All employees must:
Be able and willing to share the Gospel and participate in the ministry activities of Bread of Life.
Subscribe to Bread of Life Statement of Faith and Qualifications for Employment upon hire and continuously while employed.
Adhere to the Bread of Life Employee Handbook.
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