POSITION SUMMARY

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Fund Development – 80% of time

• Works in partnership with President and Leadership Team, Program Directors, and Senior Director of Development to define program focus areas for solicitation of grants.
• Actively leads in prospecting for grants. Meets with Program Leaders and Development team to discuss new programs/service opportunities.
• Actively participates in the cultivation and maintenance of relationships with funders and community partners. 
• Drafts and submits grant proposals in collaboration with Finance and Program Leaders. Translates funders’ objectives and requirements into successful proposals. 
• Keeps Senior Director of Development apprised of program issues regarding grant deliverables and financial performance. 
• Supports President in public policy and advocacy efforts, including drafting proposals.

Administration and Staff Support – 20% of time

• Maintain efficient and effective processes to ensure accurate and timely data entry and financial and grant reporting.
• Participate in Leadership team and board meetings as needed.
• Assist in training, mentoring, and coaching less experienced development staff and interns. Provide constructive feedback as well as positive recognition. 
• Nurture a healthy, dynamic, and team-based working environment. 

General duties

• Represent CLUES externally when appropriate, promoting the mission, values, and services of the organization. 
• Carry out all other duties as assigned by supervisor, including support with annual events such as Fiesta Latina and Gala Latina. 

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

• This position may supervise Development Interns/administrative support.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Education, Experience & Key Abilities*

• Bachelor’s degree required. 
• Five to seven years of experience in non-profit development and fundraising required. Senior level development and fundraising experience preferred. 
• Demonstrated success writing major grants ($100,000 and up) required. 
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills required. Must demonstrate ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all organizational levels.
• Ability to be efficient and effective in managing multiple deadlines and in timely submission of proposals and reports. 
• Experience securing government grants and federal funding strongly desired.
• Must be knowledgeable of Minnesota’s philanthropic community and other regional or national funders.
• Experience with fundraising and donor management software/databases preferred.
• Demonstrated accuracy with details and commitment to high standards of quality.
• Ability to work creatively, strategically, and effectively in a complex organization and fast-paced environment. 
• A genuine commitment to the mission, values, and vision of CLUES; ability to articulate the mission persuasively to diverse audiences. 
• Cultural sensitivity and awareness required. 

Language Skills 

• Effective communication in English, both verbally and in writing, required. Bilingual in Spanish and English a plus.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret written materials, including reports, contracts, and proposals.
• Ability to effectively present ideas and information in an organized and effective manner, including writing reports. 
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and respond appropriately to questions from clients, co-workers, and external parties.

Computer Skills 

• Proficient working knowledge of email software, the Internet, databases, and common Windows-based programs, including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required.
• Must be willing to attend training to advance technical skills and maintain appropriate skill levels to perform job duties. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

Background check

• Must pass a criminal background check. As a condition of continued employment, staff person may be required to submit to periodic re-verification of this background check.

Work Environment & Schedule

• This position has a hybrid work model (in-office and remote work*), where the majority of the work is done remotely while team members are required to attend in-person meetings and have an in-person presence for different responsibilities on a regular basis. This hybrid work model may be adjusted as needed per job responsibilities and business needs. 

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