Director, Development Strategy and Communications
On-siteNaples, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Develop and execute multi-year fundraising strategies integrating the Annual Fund and Sustainability Campaign, translating priorities into actionable plans and timelines. Monitor revenue goals, donor acquisition, retention, and upgrades while maintaining a master calendar for major gifts, direct mail, digital appeals, and targeted initiatives. Partner with leadership to implement moves management systems, oversee donor data accuracy in CRM, and coordinate stewardship touchpoints from first gift through cultivation. Design segmented donor communication strategies, manage donor societies and recognition programs, and prepare reporting materials for board and external partners. Ensure cohesive branding across fundraising platforms and equip board volunteers with effective communication tools. Manage campaign budgets and generate analytics on donor trends and pipeline development to support fiscal accountability and strategic objectives.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- Minimum of seven years of progressive fundraising experience
- oversight of annual giving and/or campaign programs
- proven success managing multi-channel fundraising and donor cultivation initiatives
- Strong knowledge of donor lifecycle management
- moves management
- philanthropic strategy
- exceptional communication skills
- relationship-building skills
- organizational skills
- presentation skills
- ability to manage multiple priorities
- ability to support senior leaders
- ability to maintain clarity in a fast-paced and evolving environment
- Strategic and operational thinking
- Highly organized and detail-oriented mindset
- Results-driven and data-informed mindset
- Collaborative and purpose-driven mindset
- Experienced in donor engagement and giving strategy
- Passion for sustainability, philanthropy, and mission-centered growth
- ability to remain physically active, mentally alert, and engaged throughout the workday
- ability to frequently transition between sitting and standing
- ability to bend, squat, kneel, reach, twist, and move between areas
- ability to lift, carry, or move items up to 40 pounds
- ability to assist with event, classroom, or equipment setup
- ability to use hands and fingers effectively for typing and other fine motor tasks
- ability to see written materials and details at close and far distances
- ability to hear and distinguish voices and sounds
- ability to communicate clearly with staff, volunteers, donors, children, families, and community partners
- ability to step into direct volunteer, classroom, or operational support roles
- ability to operate a motor vehicle
- valid driver's license
- acceptable driving record
- active automobile insurance
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with CRM systems, specifically Raiser's Edge
- analytics tools
- wealth screening
- prospect research
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