Associate Director of Fund Development

POSITION TITLE: Associate Director of Development - TN LOCATION: Memphis, Nashville, Knoxville, TN STATUS: Full Time, Salaried, Exempt PROGRAM: External Relations REPORTS TO: Senior Director of Fund Development INTRODUCTION: Volunteers of America Mid-States (VOA) is a non-profit organization spanning four states that creates positive change in the lives of individuals and communities through a ministry of service. We provide housing for families, veterans, and low-income seniors.We provide care and support for individuals with developmental disabilities, healing accountability that brings people together with restorative justice, and free HIV testing and education.When Volunteers of America was founded in 1896, "volunteer" referred to anyone who served others as a vocation through a commitment to a mission. Today, we are still staffed by paid, mission-driven professionals working to create positive change and build thriving communities.Flexibility, teamwork, and fun are some of the reasons our employees are proud to work at VOA!We offer a comprehensive benefits package to employees who meet eligibility requirements. BENEFITS: Volunteers of America Mid-States, offers a rich and robust benefits package the supports a healthy work life balance, which include the following: Health and Wellness Employee Assistance Plans (EAP) Health and Wellness Program Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Flexible Spending Account Health Spending Account Short Term Disability MetLife Legal Plans Financial Wellbeing Competitive Compensation Packages Life Insurance (company paid) 403b retirement plan with company fund matching Employee discounts Loan forgiveness options through federal programs (National Health Corp & Public Service Loan Forgiveness) All company paid benefits and paid time off effective day one Work Culture Commitment Committee Justice Committee Integrity Committee Compassion Committee DE&I Committee Retention Committee Training & Development VOA LEAD Program- Leadership Development Program VOA University - Staff Development VOA Academy - Clinical Training and Development JOB SUMMARY AND QUALIFICATIONS: The Director of Development is responsible for all fundraising and community engagement activities for Volunteers of America in Tennessee. The director cultivates partnerships that build and sustain strategic relationships to support the mission of VOA Mid-States. WHAT YOU SHOULD HAVE: The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree and five years of successful multi-faceted development experience including major gifts, special events, corporate relations, development of proposals, communications, and public relations. Excellent oral and written co1n1nunications skills; experience collaborating with volunteers and boards is a plus. Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Raiser's Edge or similar CRM tools. RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Plan and execute annual major gifts initiatives generating support from individuals, corporations, and foundations meeting agreed upon annual goals. 2. Plan and implement special events which include the annual golf tournament and fundraising dinner. 3. Research, identify, and cultivate new prospects and steward existing donors. 4. In partnership with the Marketing and Communications team manage external affairs: media relations, PR, and co1n1nunity relations activities. 5. Work with program managers in developing proposals to facilitate program support and expansion. 6. Recruit and support Tennessee Advisor Councils to assist in fundraising. 7. Work with program staff state-wide to support community engagement and fundraising efforts across the state. 8. Travel as needed to meet with RRS, staff, and Development and Communications Team. 9. Performance Quality Improvement (PQI) duties as assigned by supervision & PQI Committee. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.