The Development Director will be instrumental in assisting the Executive Director in building its volunteer base and expanding its base of support to serve an increasingly greater number of families in New Jersey. The Development Director will be responsible for supporting the agency relations, fundraising, grant writing, and event and marketing efforts. He/She must be knowledgeable about the needs of the housing industry, the clients served, including how they are referred and supported and understand the critical role of volunteers and connect with them. This position is ideal for an individual who is personable, organized, professional, and enjoys variety in her/his career, with a strong desire to impact the lives of New Jersey families.

I. Areas of Primary Responsibility

a. Executes vision and leadership for and motivates all volunteers (unpaid staff), and clients.

b. Supports the Executive Director in his/her mission to serve an increasingly greater number of families in New Jersey.

c. Models’ behaviors support the overall design and philosophy of the organization.

d. Exemplifies a proven history of succeeding in an organization to reach ambitious goals.

e. Track and strategically plan, recruit, and grow volunteer roles to support the needs of the organization.

f. Manages volunteers to serve the clients to keep costs down. The volunteers comprise a mini-workforce, and they are looking for a leader who is engaging and appreciates their contributions to the mission.

g. Encourages and engages volunteers to participate in the operations, programs, fundraising, and general needs of the organization.

h. Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks under deadlines.

i. Knowledge of effective grant-writing procedures. Knowledge of and ability to research grants electronically and through print sources.

j. Documented experience as a primary writer and editor in the development of federal, state, and private grant applications as evidenced by writing portfolio and/or history of funding success

k. Facilitate the mechanics of the planning process of proposal development by convening appropriate groups to develop and write grants. Develop, implement, and maintain grant procedures. Assist in proposal editing and budget development.

l. Coordinate timelines with the Executive Director for public, private, and foundation grant proposals with due dates.

m. Develop and maintain a database of proposals and a tracking system to monitor grant status and reporting deadlines. Notify of funding or denial of proposals

n. Assemble, review, and submit grant budgets as part of grant application process

o. Work as a supportive and integrated team member for all initiatives.

p. Work closely with the Executive Director cultivating the Specia Events and fundraisers for the organization such as the annual Gala, Neighborworks week, and other special events as assigned.

q. Organizational Lead on Special Event Planning

II. DETAIL OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

a. Overall, Skills Required

Ø Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Ø Conflict resolution skills.

Ø Creative problem-solving skills.

Ø Excellent oral, written, analytical, and technical skills.

Ø Strong organizational and planning skills.

Ø Strong communication skills.

Ø Ability to work with diverse clientele.

Ø Time management skills.

Ø Work requires a practical knowledge of a technical field with the use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment of the organization.

b. Essential Grant writing Skills Required

Ø Knowledge of grant writing best practices.

Ø Knowledge of the laws and administrative codes governing state and federal grants.

Ø Knowledge of grant administration best practices

Ø Knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures

Ø Knowledge of the organization, functions, and mission of community colleges

Ø Knowledge of research techniques and the sources and availability of current information regarding grant opportunities.

c. Oversee Grant program including client database.

Ø Create and update the Partnership Operating Manuel as needed for the Development Director role.

Ø Maintain a thorough database with contacts ensuring timelines of grant submissions are included.

Ø Provide a monthly program report to the Executive Director for Board Meetings

Ø Keep a grant reporting timeline working with the Executive Director to ensure on-time reporting.

Ø Update and create an inventory list for grant possibilities for capacity building.

d. New Grant Program Initiatives Lead

Ø Board Liaison for Community Collaborations

Ø Works closely with the Executive Director to direct new program initiatives including volunteers.

Ø Community Marketing booths and serves as liaison with ED for Community organizations.

III. TRAININGS:

a. Attend classes as beneficial to personal development.

b. Maintain core competencies of the business and position by attending training as required.

IV. ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION

a. Proficiency in: MS Office including Word, Excel, Access, Publisher and Power Point.

b. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written in English and Spanish

c. Detail-oriented, accurate and organized

d. Ability to handle multiple tasks

e. Accuracy and timeliness in filing and organizing materials and information

f. Ability to become proficient quickly in new software

g. Ability to identify areas of improvement for processes, policies and procedures

h. Availability to assist at occasional evening seminars with advance notice

i. Public speaking experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

• Provide a no more then two page writing sample of Housing Issues for New Jersey Citizens.

Ability to Commute:

• Dover, NJ 07801 (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dover, NJ 07801