Development Director

Reports to : Executive Director
Position Status : Exempt
Term : Regular, Full-time. Occasional evenings and weekends required.
Salary : $94,000-$124,000 commensurate with skills and experience
Generous Benefits : 100% employer-paid medical and dental insurance for employees & dependents, 3% employer-matched retirement plan, 12 vacation days, 10 sick days and 12 holidays.

• Work Location : Sacramento, CA. Staff are currently working a hybrid schedule, with three days in-person and two days remote. Requires some travel throughout Sacramento Valley and Central California (vehicle and driver's license required). Please note for this position ride-sharing is not feasible given the frequency of outreach and distance of travel expected of the position. Outreach and/or donor events can include carrying items and visiting locations difficult to reach with public transportation. Additionally, the position could require outreach in a solo capacity, therefore carpooling may not always be available or feasible.

About Us: Join the largest American Muslim civil rights organization at the frontlines in protecting the rights of free speech, to freely practice one's faith, to pursue employment opportunities without harassment, and to live as an active and engaged American without reprisal. The Council on American-Islamic Relations, California (CAIR-CA) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), grassroots civil rights and advocacy group. We recognize that our employees are passionate, and talented and are our most valuable resource. With such an important vision to be a leading advocate for justice and mutual understanding, our diverse workforce stands together to demonstrate our values for everyone who chooses to join the efforts.
About the Role: The Development Director leads all revenue-generating fundraising and development activities for CAIR-SVCC and is accountable for achieving annual revenue goals. The Development Director cultivates and maintains positive relationships with current and potential donors and serves as a liaison with management staff throughout the organization. They are responsible for investigating and developing corporate giving opportunities, managing and increasing individual giving, overseeing foundation grants, overseeing the coordination of fundraising events, and working with individual Board members to create annual giving plans. The Development Director reports to the Executive Director.
Duties & Responsibilities :

• Develop multi-channel fundraising initiatives through annual fundraising appeals, events, and campaigns (includes digital campaigns, social media, direct mail, crowdfunding, and other channels).
• Collaborate closely with the Communications team to create campaign assets including fundraising and program material.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and develop department staff and volunteers.
• Direct and supervise the overall work of the Development team in implementing a comprehensive donor stewardship program that involves building processes, a pipeline and stewardship practices for program fundraising.
• Develop and implement a major gifts solicitation program.
• Manage donor portfolio in collaboration with the Executive Director.
• Make direct, face-to-face solicitations, and assist the board, management and other staff with their solicitation efforts (e.g. provide portfolio development support, strategic counsel, and help with donor communications).
• Develop and implement the donor recognition programs with support from the Development Coordinator.
• Lead the implementation and coordination of all special event activities including annual banquet, fundraisers, and donor events.
• Lead the implementation and promotion of a planned giving program.
• Lead the grants management department and provide leadership and final sign off on grant and foundation applications.
• Develop and maintain professional and friendly relationships with funders and update them on how their grant funds are being utilized throughout the year.
• Manage a master calendar to reflect the communication with donors, special events, and campaigns.
• Oversee the department in securing sponsorship and advertisements for annual banquet and special events/programs.
• Oversee the implementation of the monthly donor program to include maintenance/engagement of existing donors and expansion of new donors with support from the Operations and Development Manager.
• Other relevant tasks as assigned.
• Coordinate closely with outreach team supporting CAIR-SVCC's fundraising campaigns, education programs, advocacy actions, and services to the community.

Qualifications:

• At least five years of senior-level management and fund development/direct fundraising experience required; preferably in a nonprofit, social justice, advocacy, or public policy organization.
• Graduate degree in relevant field, including in Business/Marketing (preferred).
• Experience working with the American Muslim community and/or in a community, faith-based, social justice-oriented and/or non-profit organization (preferred).
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet strict deadlines.
• Must have strong initiative and demonstrate the ability to learn in a self-directed manner with minimal supervision.
• A record of measurable results in organizing and implementing initiatives.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

To Apply: Submit cover letter, resume, & three references (with at least two from previous managers)
Equal Employment Opportunity: CAIR-CA is an equal-opportunity employer and adheres to all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination