Development Director

Maybelle Center is seeking a Development Director who will work with talented and devoted individuals who bring a passion and commitment to our community every single day – in a sometimes challenging, but always rewarding, environment. They will be responsible for leading all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the development program including developing and implementing a thoughtful and comprehensive fundraising strategy for the organization. The work will include a combination of major gift solicitation as well as new donor acquisition that contributes to both the short- and long-term health of our fundraising program.

We are guided by our core values: 1.) Every person has innate value and is important; 2.) It is a fundamental need to be socially connected with other humans; 3.) We all have something to offer and places where we can learn and grow – we are continually learning together. They will bring these values to our efforts to truly engage external stakeholders to support our work, encouraging them to be more than just donors to a cause.

This position is full-time, exempt and will be primarily on-site with the flexibility of a remote work schedule up to 20% of the work week.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Fundraising (70%)

• Craft and implement an annual and multi-year development strategy and budget focused on continued growth in contributed revenue.
• Steward, retain, and cultivate existing relationships as well as identify and pursue new revenue opportunities including individuals, corporate partners, foundations, and government funding.
• Personally cultivate, solicit, steward, and monitor a portfolio of major donors and donor prospects.
• Support board members and Executive Director in the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of gifts.
• Manage and track prospects, including identification, stewardship and cultivation, and solicitation, across all levels of fundraising (i.e., annual funding, planned giving, capital support, events, grants, etc.), utilizing Salesforce NPSP to maximize effectiveness.
• In conjunction with the contract grant writer, develop grant strategy, and oversee the timely submission of grant proposals, reporting, and the management of foundation relations.
• Work with Communications team to achieve revenue and attendance targets for annual fundraising and cultivation events.
• Collaborate with Development Coordinator in utilizing systems for prospect research, managing gift acknowledgments, gift records and reporting, and direct mail that supports annual and long-term fundraising objectives.
• Ensure close coordination between development, communications, program, and finance departments.
• Represent the organization to businesses, professional groups, religious, and other organizations.

Leadership and Management (15%)

• Responsible for leading all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the development program.
• Supervise Development Coordinator, contract grant writer, and other development-related contractors.
• Serve as a member of the leadership team and collaborate with other Directors to identify funding priorities and set fundraising targets in alignment with organizational mission, goals, and strategic priorities.
• Review and share monthly status reports with the Executive Director and leadership team, along with quarterly reports to the board of directors.
• Work collaboratively with the Finance Department to ensure accurate financial tracking and reporting.
• Lead and serve on board and volunteer committees as assigned, including recruiting and training volunteer leaders.
• Build partnerships with external leaders and stakeholders to advance fundraising goals.
• Align development activities to the organization's core values and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Executive Director.
• Communications (15%)
• Collaborate with Communications Director to create and implement an annual marketing and communications strategy that supports fundraising activities and aligns with programmatic and organizational priorities.
• Work with Communications Team and Development Coordinator to create and manage direct mail appeals, annual reports, e-newsletters, videos, and other external communications.

Qualifications/ Requirements:

• 5-7 years of development experience, including experience as Development Director.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred.
• Strong understanding of the nonprofit landscape and trends.
• Demonstrated experience managing a successful development program and team, including but not limited to annual fundraising, major gifts, grant writing, and communications.
• Personally cultivated, solicited, and secured major gifts from individuals.
• Experience with donor databases, tools, and event planning software. Salesforce and iWave preferred.
• Ability to work flexible hours, especially at certain times during the year including occasional weekends and evenings to meet the requirements of the position. Remote work schedule permitted up to 20%.
• Successfully pass the required background check.
• Knowledge of local and regional community leaders, philanthropists, and influencers including grant-making organizations, preferred.
• Skilled at crafting persuasive proposals, presentations, and reports with ability to incorporate a variety of fundraising approaches.
• Adept at building strong, trusting relationships with colleagues across all departments to support organizational goals and foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to motivate and inspire others.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
• Commitment to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within organizations and our city.
• Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment but can also work independently.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines with ease.
• Knowledge of Maybelle Center's mission and values.
• Adaptable to changing priorities and situations especially when working in a fast-paced environment.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions listed above.

• Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, and to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to sit for extended periods as much of the work involves computer use, attending meetings, and administrative tasks.
• Proficiency in using a computer, including typing, mouse operations, and viewing a screen.
• Ability to move around an office environment.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The role may involve attending off-site meetings, events, and donor visits, requiring the ability to travel and move around.

About Maybelle Center

Maybelle Center is the Community Health Organization working together with neighbors in downtown Portland to reverse the root causes of social isolation. We promote social health by helping create a sense of belonging with adults facing the stigmas of mental health and financial poverty through our neighborhood programs in affordable housing and assisted living services.

Benefits/perks

• Health insurance (paying 100% of the employee's health premiums, and offering dependent coverage options)
• Employer Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) option which is available upon 60 days of service and matches employee contribution $1/$1 up to 4%
• Monthly Tri-Met or parking pass
• Generous PTO policy
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Meal provided while on site during work shift.

Compensation

Starting salary range – $90, $115,000.00/ Annually

*Applicants are required to provide a resume, a cover letter articulating your fit for the position, that addresses the following questions. Please email supplemental materials to or

1. Why does the mission of Maybelle Center resonate with you?

2. How do you think diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging principles interact with fundraising?

3. What do you think makes a successful fundraising leader?

**Interviews will start the week of January 5th, 2026.

A Note to Potential Candidates: Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary, BIPOC, and other candidates from most-impacted communities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work, and that is welcome. We would strongly encourage you to apply, even if you feel you do not meet every one of the qualifications described. Maybelle Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Requires passing pre-employment background check.

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to

Pay: $90, $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person