Overview
Development Director Jobs in Eau Claire, Wisconsin, USA at Eau Claire Community Foundation
Job Title:Development Director
Reports To:President/CEO
Salary Range:$65,000 – 85,000 per year, depending on experience
Position Summary
The Eau Claire Community Foundation (ECCF) is searching for a Development Director to spearhead and enhance our resource development initiatives. This pivotal role aligns with our growth vision to expand ECCF’s net assets, enabling us to support a larger network of changemakers and magnify ourcommunity impact. The Development Director will collaborate with a dedicated and energetic team of staff, volunteers, and board members, all driven by a shared commitment to creating lasting positive change.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy and Leadership:
Develop and execute a robust fundraising strategy, with the objective of increasing assets through fund creation, fund growth, and strategic partnership.
Team Collaboration:
Partner with the CEO, staff, board and development committee to cultivate individual donor relationships and solicit contributions.
Annual Fund Development:
Oversee and enhance the year-end giving campaign, including refining major gift strategies.
Communications:
Collaborate with marketing/communications team to streamline and optimize messaging. Develop and maintain accurate reporting and forecasting to effectively communicate ECCF’s mission.
Pipeline Development:
Construct and manage a prospect pipeline using wealth screening data and a strategic roadmap.
External Relations:
Build and nurture relationships within target communities to stimulate donor pipeline.
Performance Tracking:
Set clear performance goals and provide ongoing reports and forecasts.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s preferred, Associates required.
Professional
Minimum of 5 years of proven experience inhands-onfundraising, including successful individual gift solicitation and relationship management.
Expertise in developing major gifts, grants, and planned giving programs.
Strongcommunicationskills, with the ability to inspire support from individual donors and corporate entities.
Analytical ability to manage donor databases and utilize donor data effectively.
Experience in or a strong capacity to learn about community foundation models and investment strategies.
Compensation and Benefits
Salary: $65,000 – 85,000 based on experience.
Dental and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Long-term Disability
Personal Time Off
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Wesley Escondo, President & CEO (wesley.escondo).
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Other
Industries
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Title: Development Director
Company: Eau Claire Community Foundation
Location: Eau Claire, Wisconsin, USA
Category: Management, Non-Profit
