Director of Development

The Director of Development is a key leadership position responsible for creating and implementing a comprehensive development strategy to support the growth and sustainability of STEM From Dance. This role involves managing all aspects of fundraising, including major gifts, institutional giving, individual giving, events, and donor stewardship. The Director of Development will work closely with the Chief Development Officer to build and maintain relationships with donors and partners. 

Requirements

WHAT YOU’ll DO

Key responsibilities will include:

• Fundraising Strategy and Execution (40%) 
• You will develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan that aligns with the strategic goals of STEM From Dance.
• You will identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors, including individuals, foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• You will oversee the grant writing process, including proposal development, budget creation, and submission of grant applications.
• Donor Relations and Stewardship (30%) 
• You will build and maintain relationships with existing and prospective donors.
• You will develop and implement donor recognition and stewardship programs to ensure long-term engagement and support.
• You will organize and lead donor events, site visits, and meetings to showcase the impact of STEM From Dance's programs.
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• Team Leadership and Collaboration (20%) 
• You will lead, mentor, and manage the Development team to achieve fundraising goals.
• You will work closely with program staff to gather data, stories, and impact metrics for use in fundraising efforts.
• You will collaborate with the Chief Finance and Operations Officer to ensure accurate tracking of donations, grant revenue, and expenses.
• You will collaborate with the Chief Finance and Operations Officer to develop systems to ensure accurate reporting. 
• Representation and Advocacy (5%)
• You will represent STEM From Dance at meetings, conferences, and events to cultivate relationships with institutional donors and raise awareness of our programs and impact.
• Board and Executive Collaboration (5%)
• You will partner with the Chief Development Officer to identify and engage potential board members and major donors.
• You will provide regular updates on fundraising progress and strategies to the Chief Development Officer.