Director of Donor Relations

Become a key player in Potential Inc.'s team of professionals serving individuals with Autism! Potential's Director of Donor Relations, a newly created leadership position, reports directly to the CEO to whom the Director of Donor Relations will be a strong partner. This person will be responsible for building and managing a major gifts fundraising portfolio that supports the top priorities of the institution, overseeing the management of the Annual Fund, and managing Potential's development functions, including a small grants portfolio.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Management & Operations

• Provide day-to-day operational oversight of development staff, including meeting management; high-level database and systems administration; and monthly reporting against goals
• Ensure proper stewardship practices for the timely and accurate recording and acknowledgment of all gifts
• Partner with the CEO to ensure fundraising meets budget and organizational needs
• Provide direction and ongoing feedback to development staff and conduct regular meetings on progress against goals
• Engage, cultivate, and solicit high-level donors, by creating and identifying new giving opportunities and assisting with stewarding existing donors. Build and maintain relationships with both new and current donors
• Set the direction for and oversee the management of the Annual Fund
• Support assigned high-level volunteers with all aspects of solicitation work
• Identify and enlist new prospects
• Other duties as assigned

Data & Analysis

• Design and implement systems that track donor and prospective donor engagement, and ensure accurate and timely reporting internally and externally
• Provide and present a statistical analysis of fundraising successes, challenges, and opportunities to the CEO and board of directors at regular intervals
• Develop metrics that measure impact and effectiveness.
• Execute set strategies and track progress toward goals

Strategy

• Collaborate with Potential leadership to create materials, events, and reports that keep funders engaged
• Work with staff across the organization to share information and develop cultivation strategies for volunteers, donors, and other constituencies
• Serve as a thought partner to the CEO regarding the organization's overall development strategy

TIME BREAKDOWN

• Interaction with fundraising prospects (75%)
• Analysis, strategy, and thought leadership (10%)
• Team management (10%)
• Grants management (5%)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Five to seven years of development/fundraising experience (primarily in major gifts fundraising) or other related senior experience in a philanthropic environment
• Demonstrated ability to effectively leverage the time of senior volunteers, and demonstrated success in all phases of personally cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding large gifts from individuals
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required
• The ability to present complex information in a clear and compelling manner
• Intellectual flexibility and the demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Travel as needed
• Entrepreneurial spirit and a self-starter

Potential is a non-profit Autism service organization that works passionately to make meaningful changes in the lives of our clients. Rooted in the belief that every individual with Autism has the potential for a fulfilling life, we employ evidence-based treatments and a committed support network to help children and adults gain the skills they need to learn and succeed. Joining us means becoming part of a team that values and practices respect, compassion, teamwork, and integrity. We offer the perks of a big business with the close-knit feel of a small company. Our team appreciates the values we uphold, collaborations fostered, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Join us!

Potential believes that all people are entitled to equal employment opportunities. We follow state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination in hiring and employment.

We do not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, age, religion, gender, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.