Overview
Director of Development Jobs in Oakland, California, USA at Oakland Literacy Coalition
Posted November 4, 2024
The Oakland Literacy Coalition (OLC) is seeking adynamic,results-drivenDirector of Developmentto lead the strategy and growth of our fundraising efforts, propelling our mission forward and expanding our impact on literacy in Oakland. This pivotal role requires a visionary leader who can build on our current successes while cultivating new andinnovativefunding opportunities.
As a core member of OLC’ssenior leadershipteam, the Director of Development will drive the organization’s fundraising program and forge new relationships to build the OLC’s financial resources. This role is both strategic and tactical, as it is responsible for developing, managing, and executing the OLC’s development plan and activities. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned fundraising professional, competent and confident in both external relationship-building and operationalizing plans internally, with a high degree of independence and a deep commitment to the OLC’s mission and values.
This is a full-time, exempt position (40 hours per week) with a hybrid schedule based in Oakland, CA, with an anticipated start date in January 2025. The Director of Development will report directly toExecutive Director Sanam Jorjaniand work closely with staff, board members, independent contractors, and external stakeholders to achieve the organization’s ambitious growth goals.
ABOUT US
Our Mission & Approach
Building a future where all Oakland students are afforded their civil right to literacy will take all of us. That’s why the OLC fosters adiversecoalition of community organizations and agencies with the mission of working together to ensure that every Oakland child learns and loves to read.
Through our  strategic plan, we are growing our programs and organization to deepen our impact as an effective and sustainable literacy hub for Oakland.
The Organization & Team
Founded by the Rogers Family Foundation in 2008 and launched as an independent nonprofit in 2016, the OLC is in anexcitingphase of growth and development. Our current annual operating budget is $1.6 million, and we have adiverserevenue portfolio that includes foundation grants, corporate sponsor ships, individual donors, an annual fundraising event, and earned income.
Our passionate and talented team of seven takes pride in fostering apositive cultureof excellence,collaboration,continuous learning, and accountability in line with our guiding beliefs and values.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Leadership
& Development Strategy (20%)
Lead the implementation of a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet or exceed annual revenue goals incollaborationwith the Executive Director, Board of Directors, and consultants.
Regularly assess and report fundraising progress and metrics to the Executive Director and Board, ensuring transparency and alignment with strategic goals.
Serve as the primary staff liaison for the Board Development Committee, guiding and energizing their fundraising efforts.
Strategically manage the Executive Director’s fundraising activities, providing direction on high-priority relationships with funders and donors.
Stay informed about trends and best practices in nonprofit fundraising and philanthropy and update existing development and stewardship plans with new ideas, industry best practices, and data-driven analysis.
Individual Giving & Fundraising Events (40%)
Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with current and prospective donors that …
Title: Director of Development
Company: Oakland Literacy Coalition
Location: Oakland, California, USA
Category: Non-Profit, Management
