Director of Philanthropy

Blue Mountain Action Council (BMAC) is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Director of Philanthropy to join our team. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic plans to raise funds for BMAC through individual donations, events, sponsorships, and grants.

• Develop and execute strategic plans to achieve annual fundraising and communications goals.
• Provide visionary leadership in partnership with the CEO, board, and management team to build thriving communities.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of fundraising goals and strategies to diversify revenue streams and increase donor engagement and retention.
• Cultivate and develop excellent donor relations across sectors.
• Seek out and secure funding opportunities through grants, donations, and partnerships to sustain and expand programmatic efforts or special campaigns.
• Oversee special fundraising events.
• Develop and implement communications and marketing strategies to advance strategic fundraising and volunteer goals.
• Launch a new program to coordinate the recruitment, training, and retention of volunteers and promote community thriving through volunteering.
• Represent BMAC and promote programs and services at community events.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and mentor a diverse team of professionals and volunteers.
• Foster a strength-based, supportive, and innovative culture among staff and volunteers.
• Provide regular performance feedback, conduct performance evaluations, and support staff development through training and professional growth opportunities.
• Establish and maintain systems for data collection, analysis, and reporting to track program outcomes, measure impact, and ensure compliance with grant and contractual obligations.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports on program effectiveness, achievements, and challenges to stakeholders and funders.

• Bachelor's degree or higher, or equivalent experience in nonprofit fundraising, communications, marketing, or other related field.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant work experience; including at least two (2) years in a supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience raising over $1 million preferred.
• Experience with supervising staff and recruiting and managing volunteers.
• Knowledge of community needs, resources, and relationships in our service area of Walla Walla, Columbia, and Garfield counties is strongly preferred.
• English-Spanish bilingual, bicultural desirable.

• A competitive salary and benefits package.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in our community.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking to join a team that makes a difference, please submit your application.