Director of Development

2 months ago


Charles City, United States CITIZENS HOUSING & PLANNING Full time

25 Braintree Hill Office Park Braintree ,

MA United States Job Description Director of Development Full Time Exempt Reports To: Executive Director About Caritas Communities:

The mission of Caritas Communities is to prevent homelessness by providing very low-income individuals with permanent housing, support, a sense of community and expanded opportunities. Since 1985, Caritas has helped fill the need for safe, secure housing in Greater Boston because we believe no one should be homeless. Caritas Communities is the largest non-profit owner of Single Room Occupancy (SRO) housing in Greater Boston – serving over 1,000 people annually. Position Summary: The Director of Development (DoD) is a key member of a dynamic team of professionals seeking to play a prominent role in securing philanthropic support for Caritas Communities’ strategic priorities and mission. The DoD will be involved in activities relating to the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of gifts and work to expand the organization’s connections in the Greater Boston area. The DoD is a highly productive self-starter with excellent strategic, relationship-building, communication, and diplomacy skills. The director must be a results-oriented professional, who can work independently and collaboratively and has a proven track record of securing major gifts by effectively communicating and engaging others in an organization’s mission. Operating within a small shop, the director must be hard-working, hands-on, and detail-oriented, able complete tasks with high quality and efficiency in a fast-paced environment. An understanding of best practices in fundraising with an ability to prioritize and develop creative solutions is required to meet the unique needs of our organization and the residents we serve. This individual will be collaborating with a strong team of professionals on the strategy and execution of our fundraising success, and therefore must be a team player. Duties and Responsibilities: Actively support the mission, vision, and promotion of Caritas Communities to the internal and external community. Establish and execute high standards for ethics, accuracy and quality of information and communication throughout the department and organization. Use best practices in cultivation and stewardship of donors. Meet or exceed annual and long-term fundraising goals. Build new donor relationships while maintaining existing relationships. Oversee all aspects of our Annual “Housing for All” Gala, working with a professional event team to ensure an excellent experience for sponsors and attendees, maximizing corporate and individual support, managing solicitation and acknowledgement processes. Oversee all aspects of additional smaller fundraising events. Secure Major Gifts for Annual Appeals and Capital Campaigns. Strengthen and grow the Annual Fund. Develop a Planned Giving program. Oversee all external communication including print, website, and social media. Recruit volunteers and oversee the Volunteer program. Publicly speak to communicate, promote, and expand the message regarding our mission. Motivate, manage, and coach up direct staff including a Grant Manager and a Fund Development Associate. Collaborate with the finance and operations departments to promote mutual understanding and good working relationships. Occasional evening and weekend hours for meetings, volunteer outings and events will be necessary. Qualifications and Skills Bachelor’s degree or higher. 10-15 Years experience in fundraising or a related field. 5+ years of frontline fundraising experience. Leadership and Strategic Thinking :

Campaign Development : The ability to craft comprehensive fundraising plans and campaigns aligned with the organization's mission and goals. Budgeting and Resource Management : Developing and managing fundraising budgets, efficiently allocating resources to maximize return on investment (ROI). Data Analysis and Metrics:

Understanding and leveraging data to track progress, identify trends, and measure the success of fundraising initiatives.

Relationship Building and Communication:

Prospect Identification and Qualification : Skillfully researching and identifying potential donors who align with the organization's mission and giving capacity. Relationship Management : Building strong, lasting relationships with major donors, cultivating trust and fostering ongoing support. Communication and Persuasion : Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to clearly articulate the organization's mission and effectively persuade donors to invest in its work.

Additional Skills:

Project Management : The ability to organize and manage multiple fundraising projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and goals are achieved. Grant Writing : Experience in crafting compelling grant proposals that secure funding from foundations and other grant-making organizations. Digital Fundraising : Knowledge of online fundraising tools and strategies for leveraging digital platforms to reach new donors and expand support. Database and Software : Proficiency in programs including but not limited to Raiser’s Edge NXT, CRM software, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, SharePoint, Teams etc.) Knowledge of affordable housing, social services, culture and values of the Greater Boston area is preferred.

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