What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Director position at A SAFE HAVEN LLC?
Position Summary
The Director of Development is a senior leadership role responsible for designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive fundraising and advancement strategies that support A Safe Haven Foundation’s mission and long-term sustainability. This position oversees individual, corporate, foundation, and government fundraising efforts, donor stewardship, special events, and development operations. The Director of Development works closely with executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and program staff to build strong philanthropic partnerships and expand revenue streams.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and execute a multi-year, diversified fundraising strategy aligned with the organization’s mission, strategic plan, and financial goals
- Set annual fundraising targets and track progress using data-driven metrics
- Serve as a key advisor to the CEO/Executive Director on development strategy and donor relations
Donor & Relationship Management
- Cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors, corporate partners, institutional funders, and community stakeholders
- Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors
- Oversee donor recognition, communications, and stewardship activities to ensure strong engagement and retention
Grants & Institutional Giving
- Lead foundation, corporate, and government grant strategy, including prospecting, proposal development, reporting, and compliance
- Collaborate with program and finance teams to ensure accuracy and alignment in grant narratives, budgets, and outcomes
Events & Campaigns
- Plan and oversee fundraising events, capital campaigns, annual giving efforts, and special initiatives
- Ensure events and campaigns align with brand, messaging, and return-on-investment goals
Board & Volunteer Engagement
- Partner with the Board of Directors to strengthen board giving, fundraising participation, and ambassador engagement
- Support board committees related to development and external relations
Team & Operations Management
- Lead, mentor, and manage development staff and consultants
- Oversee development operations, CRM systems, data integrity, and reporting
- Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, ethical standards, and best practices
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, communications, or a related field
- 7 years of progressive nonprofit development experience, including leadership responsibility
- Demonstrated success in major gifts, institutional fundraising, and diversified revenue generation
- Strong relationship-building, communication, and presentation skills
- Experience working with executive leadership and boards on fundraising initiatives
Preferred
- Master’s degree or CFRE designation
- Experience in human services, workforce development, housing stability, or mission-driven community organizations
- Knowledge of donor CRM systems and development analytics
Salary : $75,000 - $85,000