At Working Wardrobes, we help people overcome barriers to gainful employment.
Working Wardrobes is an established nonprofit known throughout Southern CA as the premier provider of workforce readiness services. Niche services include individualized employment plans, career development, workshops, and professional wardrobe.
Imagine yourself having a direct, positive impact on the lives of people in our community as they overcome extraordinary barriers so they can achieve a meaningful and productive livelihood.
Position Summary:
Join us at Working Wardrobes, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals facing employment barriers. We're seeking a Director of Fund Development who thrives on details and connects our mission with fundraising success. In this role, you'll leverage your meticulous planning, leadership skills, and knack for communication to drive revenue goals and strengthen relationships both internally and externally.
Responsibilities:
Reporting directly to the CEO, you'll spearhead the implementation of our annual fund development plan, overseeing organization-wide fundraising and marketing efforts. Leading volunteer groups and collaborating with our Development and Gala Committees, you'll play a pivotal role in achieving our revenue targets. Your attention to detail will ensure seamless event coordination, from planning to post-event follow-up, while continuously evaluating data to optimize our strategies. Your success will be measured by your ability to secure mission support, aiming for a fundraising goal of $2 million.
Keys to Success:
To excel in this role, you'll need a high level of Emotional Intelligence to foster collaborative partnerships with staff, volunteers, and stakeholders. Your high-energy approach, creativity, and bottom-line focus will drive impactful events and donor engagement. Adaptability and a proactive mindset will be essential in our fast-paced environment, where continuous improvement is the norm. Technical proficiency, integrity, and a commitment to nonprofit best practices will underpin your success.
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of development experience or relevant undergraduate degree.
- 3+ years of fundraising experience, including event coordination.
- Proficiency with CRM software (e.g., Donor Perfect, Raiser's Edge, Salesforce).
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to work independently and with attention to detail.
- Competence with Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems.
- Reliable transportation for off-site event planning.
Who We Are:
Working Wardrobes is committed to providing job readiness services with dignity, celebrating client successes, and fostering collaborative partnerships. Our values drive our programming efforts, emphasizing financial stability, client empowerment, and the power of volunteerism.
Core Values:
- Integrity: Upholding a strong moral and ethical foundation in all actions and decisions. Transparency, honesty, and consistency in behavior. Adhering to a code of ethics that fosters trust and credibility within the organization.
- Thoughtful Relator: Building and maintaining meaningful connections with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders through empathy, active listening, and effective communication. Cultivating a culture of understanding and collaboration. Prioritizing open and respectful communication to foster positive relationships.
- Humble Achiever: Striving for excellence and success while maintaining a modest and respectful demeanor. Recognizing individual and collective accomplishments without arrogance. Valuing continuous learning, acknowledging contributions, and embracing a team-oriented mindset.
- Grit: Demonstrating resilience, determination, and a tenacious spirit in the face of challenges and setbacks.
Compensation and Benefits:
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a benefits package including medical, vision, and dental coverage, paid time off, and flexible work arrangements. As our Development Director, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, embrace challenges, and receive a clothing allotment to support our professional image.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Working Wardrobes is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of employment.
The pay range for this role is:
85,000 - 100,000 USD per year (Santa Ana, CA)
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