Development Director
$105,000–$112,000 year
HybridIrvine, California, United States
Job Summary
Execute revenue and engagement plans to drive year-over-year growth in the Southern California and Hawaii chapter, focusing on individual and corporate supporter acquisition within assigned event portfolios. Lead the Orange County Gala and manage mid-level giving, while overseeing the development of the Inland Empire Market to strengthen local fundraising capabilities. Cultivate and manage volunteer leaders, partner with national program partners to establish budget strategies, and implement stewardship tactics that ensure donor retention and pipeline building. Provide leadership and performance management to two direct reports, ensuring alignment with organizational mission and strategic direction.
Required Qualifications
- 5-7 years of fundraising experience
- Clear record of achievement in a complex, mission-driven organization with revenue responsibilities more than $750k
- Experience working directly or leading staff teams particularly in large scale events (walk, gala, etc.)
- Strong skills in the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and on-going stewardship of donors and supporters
- History of securing and retaining table hosts, guests, event sponsors and donors in the Signature Events/gala space
- Experience partnering with strong and active volunteer leaders, including working successfully with a large network of passionate volunteers
- High degree of energy, integrity, courage, empathy, and creativity
- High emotional IQ
- Superior active listening, analytical, and critical thinking skills
- Proven ability to develop and successfully maintain an extensive network of strategic relationships (donors, volunteers, community partners, etc.) in the local area
- Existing knowledge and network of relationships in the territory preferred
- Ability to be an enthusiastic spokesperson/representative of Breakthrough T1D's mission
- Clear communicator with ability to inspire others to engage and support an organization's mission
- Highly efficient in time management and able to meet deadlines under pressure
- College degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Ability to travel locally required
- Evening and weekend work as needed
Desired Qualifications
- Existing knowledge and network of relationships in the territory preferred
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