Employment

Development Director

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The Development Director is responsible for the coordination and implementation of Travelers Aid Family Services of Philadelphia (TAFSP) development and marketing plan. The Development and Marketing Plan includes donor development, individual and publicity, and corporate giving, broad appeal annual giving, planned giving, community relations, and targeted marketing and events. TAFSP is a historic social service agency that assists homeless families in Philadelphia.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works with Board and the Resource Development Committee to develop short and long-term development goals for the agency and ensures consistent implementation of plan.
Manages development budget and implements annual fundraising plan,
Identifies new funding sources including major donors, businesses and corporations, and oversees the preparation of requests to these funders.
Works in conjunction with the other staff on production and distribution of all development materials, including brochures, letters, inserts, invitations, annual reports, scripts for media and special events, etc.
Oversees the gift acknowledgment, tracking and stewardship process.
Oversees all fundraising campaigns, including board and staff fundraising efforts, direct mail, personal solicitations, phone solicitation efforts, payroll deduction, special events, planned giving and other strategies selected in the annual plan.
Trains board members and staff members on development and marketing practices and principles.
Reports and presents monthly progress to the Board of Directors.
Recruits for and provides staffing support and coordination for the Resource Development Committee.
Maintains written office procedures manual for development and marketing activities.
Maintains electronic and hard copy filing system for donor information.
Assists in developing and maintaining clear roles and relationships among agency and program fund development activities.
Serves on the agency’s Management Team and participates in Program Directors meetings.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Minimum of two years direct experience fundraising for nonprofit institutions, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of nonprofit administration.
Demonstrated ability to substantially increase private funding for non-profit organizations.
Knowledge of broad community strengths and needs, and human services issues.
Outstanding skills in oral communications and public relations. In particular, the ability to give motivational public presentations, be at ease in myriad social situations involving donors, and interface comfortably with corporate contacts.
Skill and experience in written communication in the form of marketing materials, reports, and correspondence.
Knowledge of the implementation of prospect tracking, research, records, and processes including proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and database software.
Ability to prioritize and manage a multifaceted workload with self-motivation under general supervision.
Strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a wide range of staff, donors, volunteers, etc.
Ability to coordinate and supervise the work of staff and volunteers.
Develops and maintains effective working relationships with other agency staff members and with representatives of funding sources, governmental and community organizations, and others in regular contact with the Agency.
Communicates effectively and respectfully with people from different racial, ethnic and cultural groups, and from different backgrounds and lifestyles; demonstrates a knowledge of and sensitivity to their needs.
Ability to maintain confidentially and deal appropriately with sensitive matters.
Appreciation of and commitment to further the mission, values and goals of TAFSP.

RATE OF PAY AND HOURS: 40-hour/week in a family-friendly work environment. Salary will be commensurate with education and relevant experience.

BENEFITS: For employee only: 90% paid medical, dental, and vision; and life insurance

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Bachelor’s degree in marketing, public administration, community studies or a related field, and two years direct experience fundraising for nonprofit institutions, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be willing to work evenings and weekends as required. Background with human services desirable. Must pass criminal and child abuse background checks.

Preferred Education: 4 Year Degree

Please Note: This is a new position. The person hired will be expected to demonstrate his or her effectiveness by generating sufficient new unrestricted revenues in the first year to meet the costs of the position, and to generate additional annual revenues in ensuing years that progressively generate multiples of the cost of the position and create a stable base of donors.

Sent Resumes to:
Travelers Aid Family Services of Philadelphia
The Kirkbride Center
111 North 49th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19139
Attn: Ted Weerts
Or Fax: 215-747-1635
Or e-mail: jobs@TAPhilly.org