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Senior Director Of Philanthropy
Joybound People & Pets
Walnut Creek , CA 94596
Posted 2 weeks ago
Job DetailsLevel: ManagementJob Location:Joybound - Walnut Creek, CASalary Range: $175,000.00 - $190,000.00 SalaryJob DetailsResponsibilities: * Leads by action and example to advance a culture of positivity, professionalism, trust, transparency, empathy, and excellence at Joybound. * Serves as a positive contributing member of Joybound's leadership team (L-Team)* Manages a personal portfolio of more than 80 individuals and, at portfolio maturity, generates at least $1,000,000 annually. * Develops and implements metrics-driven fundraising strategies, setting clear goals and performance benchmarks for major gifts, institutional giving, legacy giving, and gift processing. * Leads the organization's major gift fundraising program, including identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewardship of major donors capable of making six-figure plus gifts. * Establishes key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of fundraising efforts and regularly reports on progress toward fundraising goals to senior leadership and the Board of Directors. * Oversees institutional giving initiatives, tracking and analyzing performance metrics to optimize results. * Oversees legacy giving programs, including planned giving campaigns, bequests, and other forms of deferred gifts, with a focus on maximizing donor engagement and legacy commitments. * Supervises gift processing operations, ensuring accurate and timely recording of donations, acknowledgment letters, and donor recognition while maintaining data integrity and compliance with industry standards. * Provide leadership and guidance to the development team, fostering a culture of accountability, performance excellence, and continuous improvement. * Partners with program directors and other senior staff to create and generate interdepartmental collaboration to support Joybound priorities. * Collaborates with the marketing and communications team to develop compelling fundraising materials, case statements, and donor communications that resonate with target audiences and drive donor engagement. * Utilizes moves management techniques to effectively move donors through the donor cycle, leveraging data and analytics to inform cultivation and solicitation strategies. * Responsible for creating, managing, and overseeing the development budget. * Plans and executes fundraising events, ranging from small donor cultivation events to large-scale galas and donor recognition ceremonies, evaluating event ROI and effectiveness in achieving fundraising objectives. * Cultivates and maintains relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, donors, volunteers, and community leaders, leveraging donor data and insights to personalize interactions and deepen donor engagement. * Stays abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in fundraising and philanthropy, integrating innovative approaches and tools to enhance fundraising performance and donor satisfaction.QualificationsQualifications:*
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree or CFRE certification preferred. * Minimum of 7 years of major gift experience in fundraising, including metrics-driven experience and accountability. * Demonstrated success in securing six-figure plus gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations, with a track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising targets. * Experience developing fundraising strategies and campaign plans. * Strong leadership and management skills, with experience supervising a team of fundraising professionals and driving results through data-driven decision-making. * Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate a compelling case for support and present complex data clearly and concisely. * Proficiency in moves management techniques and donor cultivation strategies, with a keen understanding of fundraising analytics and performance metrics. * Proven ability to develop and execute strategic fundraising plans to achieve organizational goals, with a focus on maximizing ROI and donor lifetime value. * Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy in gift processing and donor stewardship, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. * Exceptional problem-solving skills combined with a demonstrated record for the execution of plans and strategies; experience collaborating in a team-oriented environment. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple priorities and driving results through effective project management and prioritization. * Knowledge of fundraising software and database management systems, with experience leveraging technology to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and improve data-driven decision-making. * Commitment to the organization's mission and values, with a passion for positively impacting the community and advancing philanthropy through innovation, accountability, and excellence.