Associate Director of Development

4 weeks ago

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Summer Search Full time

About the Role

Summer Search is seeking an experienced Associate Director of Development to lead our Philadelphia office in reaching our $1.5 million fundraising goal. As a key member of our development team, you will partner with our Executive Director, Deputy Director, and Development Coordinator to build relationships with donors, foundations, and corporate partners.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage and coordinate the execution of fundraising efforts, including major donor solicitations, grant writing, and event planning.
  • Support Summer Search Philadelphia in raising $1 million from a portfolio of 100 donors through successful relationship management.
  • Oversee short- and long-term tracking towards our $1.5 million annual revenue goal, including managing the master development calendar and reporting on goal progress to key stakeholders.
  • Build donor-specific cultivation strategies, leveraging staff and Board leadership to solicit and steward prospects and donors.
  • Partner with Deputy Director of Development and Executive Director to drive institutional giving through building relationships with foundations and submitting grants.
  • Create and/or optimize systems for tracking revenue and donor touchpoints, keeping a holistic view on all team deadlines and deliverables.
  • Manage up/down/across to ensure key players meet deadlines.
  • Manage and mentor Development Coordinator in order to ensure revenue success, staff professional development, and excellent development operations.
  • Represent development and alumni programming on Philadelphia's Director team.
  • Leverage data, stories, knowledge of the regional educational landscape, and communities in communications with external funders and donors.
  • Collaborate with local and national development staff to support key network-wide partnerships with corporate, foundation, and individual donors.

Requirements

  • At least 5 years of professional experience in the nonprofit development field, with a track record of successful individual and major donor solicitation, cultivation, and stewardship resulting in 5- and 6-figure gifts.
  • Board liaison experience and knowledge of Philadelphia educational landscape and community is a plus.

What We Offer

  • Competitive and transparent salaries, with an annual salary ranging from $84,749 - $94,034.
  • Well-being, flexibility, and ongoing learning and development are pillars of our culture.
  • Medical insurance with up to 90% employer contribution, dental, vision, FSA, life, and disability insurance plans, 401(k) and Employer Match up to $2,000 annually.
  • Generous time off including 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 18 holidays.

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