Director of Development
On-siteDes Moines, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Develop and implement a multi-year development plan aligned with organizational strategic goals, building the individual donor program from the ground up. Create and manage an annual fundraising calendar while cultivating major donors, private foundations, and corporate partnerships to secure unrestricted revenue. Oversee donor stewardship processes, establish recurring giving campaigns, and lead fundraising efforts for special events. Collaborate with the Executive Director and Board to report on metrics, maintain accurate donor records in Network for Good, and represent the organization with civic leaders and businesses. Work with the Operations & Marketing Coordinator to develop donor-focused materials and impact reports.
Required Qualifications
- Passion for Full Circle Recovery's mission and commitment to serving individuals in recovery
- Five or more years of progressively responsible fundraising, development, philanthropy, business development, or related experience
- Demonstrated success securing major gifts, sponsorships, and unrestricted funding
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
- Strong organizational and project management abilities
- Experience with donor CRM systems and fundraising reporting
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), virtual meeting platforms (e.g., Zoom), and CRMs
- Valid driver's license, car insurance, good driving record, and reliable transportation
- Lived experience with substance use disorder and sustained recovery preferred
- Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered
- Experience building or significantly expanding a development program preferred
- An understanding of substance use disorder, harm reduction, recovery capital, and recovery pathways preferred
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