Startup pro-science organization seeks Development Director

[314 Action]

Development Director
314 Action

314 Action, the only pro-science advocacy organization created explicitly to engage on both advocacy and electoral fronts, seeks a Development Director to build and grow its fundraising operation. The ideal candidate will have raised money for political campaigns as well as nonprofits or political organizations in multiple states and is looking to get in early with a new and exciting organization. We are looking for an outside the box thinker who will thrive in a startup environment with minimal bureaucratic hurdles. The Development Director will report to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

·       Direct and implement a strategic development planning process, in consultation with the Executive Director, Board of Advisors, and senior staff

·       Define development priorities, goals and benchmarks

·       Develop fundraising strategy

·       Identify prospects and outline cultivation and solicitation tactics

·       Direct the growth of a major gifts program including identification, cultivation and solicitation of large donors

·       Build and manage relationships with current and prospective donors and funders

·       Develop and implement programs for small and medium-sized donors

·       Create stewardship, communications and re-solicitation plans for donors who’ve given in the past

·       Lead the development of all donor communications, including emails, talking points and donor memos, ensuring that the pitch is consistent with 314 Action’s message and appropriately tailored to each audience

·       Track and report on fundraising progress on a regular, ongoing basis

·       Identify additional staffing needs, supervise and train development staff, and help staff cultivate skills and grow within their roles

·       Oversee all development systems, including the fundraising database and tracking systems

·       Represent 314 Action in meetings and conversations with donors, stakeholders, allies and partners

·       Other responsibilities as required

Qualifications

·       At least 6 years experience in professional fundraising

·       Experience leading development strategy and implementation

·       National and/or multi-state fundraising experience

·       Flexibility and the ability to capitalize on opportunities that present themselves in fundraising

·       Strong written and verbal communication skills

·       Understanding of progressive infrastructure landscape

·       Knowledge of progressive and Democratic donors

·       An entrepreneurial spirit

·       Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment

·       Hard working and highly organized

How to Apply

Interested candidates should send a resume and salary requirements to jo...@314action.org with the subject line “Development Director.”

This position will be located at either our Philadelphia or Washington, DC office with preference being given to those who can be located initially in Philadelphia.