Associate Director of Development

4 days ago


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Summer Search Full time

About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Associate Director of Development to join our team at Summer Search. As a key member of our development team, you will play a critical role in leading our fundraising efforts and helping us achieve our mission of unleashing students' potential through mentoring and transformative experiences.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the development team in achieving our annual fundraising goals, with a focus on major gifts and individual donors.
  • Develop and implement strategic plans to build relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, foundations, and corporate partners.
  • Collaborate with the Executive Director and Deputy Director of Development to drive institutional giving and build relationships with foundations and corporate partners.
  • Manage and mentor the Development Coordinator to ensure revenue success and excellent development operations.
  • Represent development and alumni programming on the Philadelphia Director team and leverage data, stories, and knowledge of the regional educational landscape to communicate with external funders and donors.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of professional experience in nonprofit development, with a track record of successful individual and major donor solicitation, cultivation, and stewardship.
  • Strong analytical and data-driven approach to fundraising, with experience using fundraising databases and software.
  • Excellent relationship-building and communication skills, with the ability to partner with donors, staff, and volunteers to achieve fundraising goals.
  • Experience managing multiple workstreams and motivating, coordinating, and directing others to stay on track.
  • Commitment to Summer Search's mission and values, with a passion for working with young people and supporting their educational and career aspirations.

What We Offer

  • Competitive and transparent salaries, with a salary range of $84,749 - $94,034.
  • Well-being, flexibility, and ongoing learning and development opportunities, including medical insurance, dental, vision, FSA, life, and disability insurance plans, 401(k) and employer match, and generous time off.
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment, with a team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about our mission and committed to excellence.


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