The Development Director (DD) creates and implements strategies to build authentic relationships with and solicit support from individual donors, foundations, and corporations. This includes establishing systems and creative strategies for donor identification, cultivation, solicitation, tracking, acknowledgment, recognition, events, and donor stewardship. Reporting to the Executive Director (ED) and in partnership with MSHI’s leadership team and Board of Directors, the DD assumes an essential role in helping to develop the strategic direction and overall management of the organization while exercising a significant degree of independent decision-making within the development realm. Importantly, the DD will help lead and evolve with MSHI during a period of significant growth, while promoting a positive and progressive work environment in alignment with the Institute’s mission, values, strategic plan, and policies. Hybrid, flexible.

Summary

Duties and Responsibilities:

Fundraising

Collaborate with ED on all aspects of fundraising including MSHI’s annual fundraising plan, donor relationships, and work with consultants to increase unrestricted and restricted income and further long-range plans (current individual, corporate, and foundation revenue is about $500,000/yr)
Secure financial support from individuals, foundations, and corporations
Manage the implementation of Neon (CRM) including data entry and gift processing
Create and execute a strategy to sustain a growing base of annual individual donors
Oversee implementation of fundraising events including annual “Boots and Bow Ties” gala
Work with Program Director and grant writer to develop and track proposals and reports for all foundation and corporate fundraising
Must be able to make the ‘ask’ and tell the unique and compelling story of MSHI
Lead communications with current and prospective donors and collaborate with the Strategic Communications Manager on all fundraising-related topics.
Plan and execute annual appeals and other fundraising campaigns throughout the year (with support from ED and other staff)

Leadership

Share responsibility for promoting and maintaining a positive, inclusive, and progressive organizational culture
Actively participate in and support operational and strategic planning, policy making, and monitoring risk, operational policies and procedures
Attend board meetings

As a small nonprofit, we all wear many hats. Other duties may be assigned.

Compensation Information

$68,000 - $89,000 annual salary

Group healthcare insurance 50% paid for staff member plus dependents (medical, vision, dental, alternative, prescription); 3% matching 403(b) retirement plan; 15 vacation days, 10 paid holidays and paid sick time