Breakthrough Miami
Development & Engagement Support (Contract)
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SUMMARY:
Breakthrough Miami seeks a
results‑driven Director of Development
to grow and sustain unrestricted giving in support of the organization’s mission and programs. The Director will secure
annual and multi-year unrestricted gifts , manage a portfolio of
175–225 donors and prospects , create and execute an annual strategy to move prospects through the donor cycle, and leverage events, campaigns, and community opportunities to drive giving.
This role requires an experienced fundraiser who can
build authentic relationships quickly, actively engage prospects, and consistently close gifts . The Director will be accountable for achieving a
Year 1 fundraising goal of $750 K , with growth to
$1.25 M in Year 2
and
$1.5 M+ annually
thereafter.
Scope
Support the coordination of the Advisory, Breakthrough’s network of adult volunteer leaders (including parent liaisons at host schools). Assist with planning, meetings and engagements; coordinate agendas and follow‑up.
Guide, support and coordinate Advisory sub‑committees. Assist with development of promotional materials to support their efforts.
Donor Stewardship & Engagement
Provide assistance to the Support‑A‑Scholar Annual Fund committee.
Assist in the development of stewardship communications and materials in collaboration with the marketing team.
Support acknowledgement letter process with Operations Associate, ensuring compelling written templates are provided for each campaign.
Coordinate logistics for donor engagement tours.
Events Support
Assist in planning and execution of events, including but not limited to Fashion & Philanthropy, STEPS 5K, Mock Interview Day, Career Day and Brunch.
Support event committee engagement and coordination to maximize impact.
Maintain a portfolio of in‑kind donors, including silent auction donors and event vendors, while identifying new prospects for in‑kind support.
Support development of event marketing materials, sponsorship packages, and impact reports.
Maintain event project management tools to document and track planning and preparation.
Identify and coordinate with vendors (caterers, AV, graphic designers, venues, photographers, consultants, in‑kind donors).
Assist with management of event budgets.
Provide support for partner‑led events benefiting Breakthrough Miami.
Provide support for select programmatic events as needed.
Participate in or lead special projects related to donor and volunteer engagement.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Experience or internship/volunteer background in events, development or nonprofit sector.
Demonstrated skill in relationship building.
Strong organizational, project management and communication skills.
Some experience working within budgets and timelines.
Proficiency with CRM systems, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and online platforms (Salesforce, social media, Canva).
Bilingual (Spanish or Creole) preferred.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Education Administration Programs
Breakthrough Miami operates in a rapidly changing education and community environment. This job description is a summary, not a contract. The duties and responsibilities of this role may change at any time due to organizational needs.
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SUMMARY:
Breakthrough Miami seeks a
results‑driven Director of Development
to grow and sustain unrestricted giving in support of the organization’s mission and programs. The Director will secure
annual and multi-year unrestricted gifts , manage a portfolio of
175–225 donors and prospects , create and execute an annual strategy to move prospects through the donor cycle, and leverage events, campaigns, and community opportunities to drive giving.
This role requires an experienced fundraiser who can
build authentic relationships quickly, actively engage prospects, and consistently close gifts . The Director will be accountable for achieving a
Year 1 fundraising goal of $750 K , with growth to
$1.25 M in Year 2
and
$1.5 M+ annually
thereafter.
Scope
Support the coordination of the Advisory, Breakthrough’s network of adult volunteer leaders (including parent liaisons at host schools). Assist with planning, meetings and engagements; coordinate agendas and follow‑up.
Guide, support and coordinate Advisory sub‑committees. Assist with development of promotional materials to support their efforts.
Donor Stewardship & Engagement
Provide assistance to the Support‑A‑Scholar Annual Fund committee.
Assist in the development of stewardship communications and materials in collaboration with the marketing team.
Support acknowledgement letter process with Operations Associate, ensuring compelling written templates are provided for each campaign.
Coordinate logistics for donor engagement tours.
Events Support
Assist in planning and execution of events, including but not limited to Fashion & Philanthropy, STEPS 5K, Mock Interview Day, Career Day and Brunch.
Support event committee engagement and coordination to maximize impact.
Maintain a portfolio of in‑kind donors, including silent auction donors and event vendors, while identifying new prospects for in‑kind support.
Support development of event marketing materials, sponsorship packages, and impact reports.
Maintain event project management tools to document and track planning and preparation.
Identify and coordinate with vendors (caterers, AV, graphic designers, venues, photographers, consultants, in‑kind donors).
Assist with management of event budgets.
Provide support for partner‑led events benefiting Breakthrough Miami.
Provide support for select programmatic events as needed.
Participate in or lead special projects related to donor and volunteer engagement.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
Experience or internship/volunteer background in events, development or nonprofit sector.
Demonstrated skill in relationship building.
Strong organizational, project management and communication skills.
Some experience working within budgets and timelines.
Proficiency with CRM systems, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and online platforms (Salesforce, social media, Canva).
Bilingual (Spanish or Creole) preferred.
Job Details
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Other
Industries: Education Administration Programs
Breakthrough Miami operates in a rapidly changing education and community environment. This job description is a summary, not a contract. The duties and responsibilities of this role may change at any time due to organizational needs.
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