Overview
Director of Development Jobs in Seattle, WA at Jubilee Women’s Center
Title: Director of Development
Company: Jubilee Women’s Center
Location: Seattle, WA
The Development Director is responsible for leading and executing all fundraising and development activities as a department of one. This role blends strategy and execution, managing the full lifecycle of fundraising including individual giving, major gifts, grants, corporate sponsorships, events, and donor communications.
The Development Director partners closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to maintain and grow Jubilee’s funding base. While this role is highly independent, the Director is supported by external contractors (graphic design, grant writing, event production and communications) and an internal database manager who oversees gift processing and reporting.
The Development Director serves as a key ambassador for Jubilee, representing the organization to donors, foundations, corporate partners, community stakeholders, volunteers, and the broader public. This role requires commitment to Jubilee's mission and the ability to engage respectfully and effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. This is an excellent opportunity for a self-directed, entrepreneurial fundraiser who enjoys both high-level strategy and hands-on implementation.
Qualifications
Required
5+ years of nonprofit fundraising or related experience
Demonstrated success in meeting fundraising goals across multiple revenue streams
Experience managing donor relationships, including major gifts
Strong administrative and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work both strategically and tactically
Preferred
Experience working for human services organizations, especially in the homeless services and housing sectors.
Experience as a sole fundraiser or in a small development shop.
Familiarity with grant management and institutional fundraising.
Experience developing corporate engagement strategies that include sponsorship, volunteerism, and employee engagement and giving programs.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, donor databases/CRMs
Experience working with nonprofit boards.
Ability to lift up to 30-50lbs, and transport in-kind donations, event materials, etc.
Valid driver's license, reliable, insured vehicle, and ability to use personal car, as needed.
Benefits
Full Time, exempt
Salary Range: $78,000 – 110,000
Benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, Disability & Life Insurance, 401K
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About Jubilee
For over 40 years, Jubilee Women’s Center has helped women experiencing poverty to build stable and fulfilling futures, one extraordinary woman at a time. Led by the guiding principle that women of all races and cultures are to be treated with respect and dignity, Jubilee provides programs and services that empower women to make positive life changes. Located in Capitol Hill’s Volunteer Park neighborhood, Jubilee operates two transitional housing programs, one long-term housing program for graduates of Jubilee’s transitional program, and a free community clothing boutique serving low-income women in King County. For more information, visit www.jwcenter.org.
