Development Director

Family Promise of Greater Washington County is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusivity in the workplace and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in our mission to address homelessness and housing instability.

Organizational Information: Family Promise of Greater Washington County’s mission is to equip families and vulnerable communities to end the cycle of homelessness. Our vision is that every family has a stable place to call home, and the chance to build a better future. We address family homelessness holistically, providing prevention services before they reach a crisis, emergency shelter and case management when they become homeless, and stabilization programs once they secure housing to ensure independence. We tap into our network and local resources to empower families in housing crises toward economic stability and provide ongoing support as they rebuild their lives.

Position Information:

• Reports to: Executive Director
• Effective Date: July 1, 2024
• Employment Status: Full-time, including occasional evenings and weekends
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Primary Location: Hybrid on and off site with occasional travel to donor meetings and events. Locations in Beaverton and Hillsboro, Oregon

Job Summary: The Development Director will plan and implement a comprehensive fundraising program to ensure the organization raises the resources it needs to pursue its mission and vision in a values-aligned manner. To further the mission of Family Promise of Greater Washington County, this role must collaborate closely with the Executive Director and the Finance team to lead fundraising efforts across grants, contracts, sponsorships, major donor relationships, special appeals and events, and grassroots fundraising.

Essential Duties:

Fundraising Strategy and Planning

• Drive and develop FPGWC’s Annual Development Plan, focusing on a diversified and comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with program and organizational priorities.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan emphasizing major donors ($5,000+), encompassing every stage of the fundraising cycle (identify, cultivate, solicit, steward, recognize, and evaluate) to meet short-term financial goals and establish a strong financial base for the future.
• Monitor income and expenses related to fundraising activities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and financial sustainability.
• Evaluate and report progress toward goals to the Executive Director and the Board of Directors.

Donor Cultivation and Stewardship

• Identify and cultivate relationships with individual donors, faith-based organizations, corporate sponsors, foundations, government agencies, and other institutional representatives to secure a diverse portfolio of financial support.
• Manage and grow stewardship of a portfolio of high-net-worth donors and prospects, identifying new prospects with the capacity to contribute $5,000 or more.
• Provide exceptional customer service to donors, addressing inquiries and acknowledging contributions promptly, and stewarding them through various means including events, one-on-one visits, site visits, appeals, campaigns, etc.
• Initiate and lead major-donor appreciation events and annual thank-you gifts, maintaining gift recognition policies.
• Supervise the production of donor correspondence, including gift acknowledgments, thank-you notes, and tax letters, and generate and mail acknowledgment letters weekly to ensure accurate and timely communications.

Event Planning and Community Engagement

• Work with CES to mobilize volunteers in effective donor engagement and fundraising activities; lead and collaborate with staff on the management and planning of fundraising events and donor receptions, developing sponsorship opportunities for these events.
• Design, plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising events, community events, client events, and other events to raise awareness of community needs and FPGWC’s services, promote inclusion, celebrate diversity, and connect the community to FPGWC’s mission.
• Collaborate with staff, volunteers, and community partners to ensure successful event planning, execution, and follow-up.

Grant Management and Compliance

• Manage grant calendar and research and identify mission-aligned grant opportunities.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals and manage the grant application process, ensuring prompt submission and compliance with all reporting requirements.
• Identify new government-sourced grant opportunities and expand the organization’s corporate grant strategy.

Marketing and Communication

• Produce and draft engaging fundraising materials and publications, including donor letters, client testimonials, newsletters, annual reports, and content for campaigns, in collaboration with the Executive Director and Director of Programs.
• Foster a culture of ethical storytelling among staff and leadership team to communicate organizational successes and challenges effectively, connecting emotionally with donors.
• Develop print and digital marketing content related to fundraising.
• Attend in-person networking events and grantee meetings/conferences.
• Assist in making phone calls for campaigns.
• Serve on the Marketing and Communications Committee.

Data Management, Budgeting, and Reporting

• Establish systems, processes, and tools to maximize fundraising capacity, including oversight of the donor management database and data entry staff.
• Supervise timely data entry of all gifts into the Bloomerang database (including pledges, checks, cash, online credit card gifts, in-kind gifts, matching gifts, honor/memorial gifts, foundation gifts, government grants) and maintain correct and up-to-date donor records.
• Lead analysis of donor data to inform fundraising strategy and campaigns, assisting with website updates and content posting.
• Track and report on fundraising progress and outcomes, evaluating the effectiveness of strategies and recommending adjustments as needed.
• Provide complete monthly gift reports to the Executive Director, Bookkeeper, and Board of Directors.
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Director and Finance team to develop and manage the development budget.

Direct Supervision Responsibilities

• Provide supervision to the Community Engagement Specialist (CES), including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, promoting and monitoring career pathing, assigning, evaluating and managing performance, coaching, training and professional development, disciplining, and terminating.
• Create training materials as needed.
• Conduct weekly meetings with direct reports. Follow-up on action items in a timely manner. Ensure that regular employee feedback loops are ongoing, transparent, professional, and mutually beneficial employee/supervisor communications.
• Develop a successful and supportive work culture that is inclusive, flexible, and understanding.
• Manage relationships with contractors and vendors, including the Social Media and Website Manager, that pertain to the organization’s development program.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Experience:

• 3+ years in nonprofit fundraising, with specific knowledge of PNW and Oregon nonprofit sectors.
• Proven track record of achieving revenue goals over $1M annually and building fundraising infrastructure aligned with organizational objectives.
• Expertise in individual donor programs, including major gifts, grassroots fundraising, and volunteer fundraiser management.
• Experience in all aspects of philanthropy, such as fundraising techniques, data analytics, donor research, gift processing, and reporting.
• Strong skills in grant research, proposal writing, event planning, and securing institutional support, including foundations and other sources.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies from diverse funding sources.
• Success in closing major gifts, planned giving, and leading multi-faceted development programs.
• Cultural competency and advocacy skills to engage with individuals from diverse backgrounds, especially related to homelessness and poverty.
• Knowledge of best practices, regulations, and ethical standards in fundraising, with a strong commitment to DEIA.

Communication and Language:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to craft compelling narratives and make persuasive presentations to diverse audiences.
• Strong people skills are critical to building and nurturing relationships with donors, board members, staff, volunteers, and community partners.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Strategic Thinking:

• Able to develop and implement diversified and strategic fundraising plans aligned with organizational goals.
• Possesses and shows a creative and innovative mindset to identify new opportunities and revenue streams.
• Able to employ active learning, active listening, and critical thinking skills to all aspects of the role.
• Able to develop a comprehensive understanding of FPGWC’s programs, services, and operations.

Organizational Skills:

• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Able to manage one's own time and the time of others.

Collaboration:

• Demonstrates a collaborative approach, with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, volunteers, faith-based organizations, and community partners.
• Understands the importance of diverse types of interactions with others, both inside and outside of the organization.
• Able to inspire and motivate others to support our mission.
• Is aware of others' reactions and understands why they react as they do. Demonstrates empathy and compassion on a consistent basis.

Technology Proficiency:

• Proficient in using fundraising software, donor databases, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with online fundraising platforms and social media for donor engagement and outreach.
• Able to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.

Commitment:

• Resilient and genuinely enthusiastic about serving homeless families and creating lasting change.
• Dedication to social justice, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of work.

Physical and Environmental Factors: 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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Work Setting: FPGWC offices are situated indoors, in a working family shelter environment. Must be able to work with some workplace distractions.
• Body Positioning: In a typical day, one may sit for extended periods of time at a computer station, answer and speak on phones throughout the day, lift and carry light weight and medium weight supplies and equipment, and help in setting up for events and meeting functions.
• Work attire is appropriate for the situation and the audience.

Additional requirements: subject to positive reference reviews and post-offer background and drug screening.

Note: Job descriptions are not intended and should not be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job. They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal job elements. This job description does not create an employment contract. This job description serves as a general guideline for this position. Duties and responsibilities may evolve as per the organization's needs and priorities.

Please Submit a cover letter and a response to this question:

Can you tell us how you would approach the 1st 6 months in the position of raising money for FPGWC?

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $88,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Evenings as needed
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Do you understand that the salary range for this position is firmly set between $80,000 to $88,000?
• Do you have knowledge and experience with nonprofit fundraising in PNW and Oregon. How many years?

Experience:

• Fundraising: 5 years (Required)
• Grant research and writing: 5 years (Required)
• Event planning: 5 years (Required)
• Supervising and training staff: 1 year (Preferred)
• Nonprofit or social services: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Beaverton, OR 97007 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Beaverton, OR 97007: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Beaverton, OR 97007