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 Tech Impact is a nonprofit whose mission is to empower communities and nonprofits to use technology to better serve our world. We provide affordable technology services, support, and knowledge resources to hundreds of nonprofits across the nation. We also prepare young adults for careers through our ITWorks and CXWorks workforce development programs.
Position Overview
The Development Director reports to the Managing Director of Programs and Philanthropy. Primary responsibilities are overseeing all Fundraising/Development activities. The Development Director manages two Development staff members: the Grants Manager (located Delaware) and the Nevada Development Coordinator (located in Nevada).
Position Location
This position is located primarily in our Wilmington, Delaware office, with time split as needed between Delaware and our Philadelphia headquarters, and occasional travel to our Washington, DC office and Las Vegas office. Some other local or regional travel as needed to support our programs and events.
Compensation and Benefits
This is a full-time, exempt position with full benefits and a salary commensurate with experience.
Specific Job Responsibilities
- Manage a calendar of 80+ grants and 60+ reports annually, in support of an annual Contributed Revenues budget of $2M+ (primarily comprised of corporate, foundation, and government grants; event sponsorships, and a small amount of individual donations).
- Write grants and reports, and review grants and reports prepared by Development staff members; oversee contribution acknowledgment process. Grants are primarily in support of Tech Impact’s workforce development programs but may include grants which support the IT Services side of the organization.
- Cultivate funding relationships and partnerships with organizations in the communities Tech Impact serves (currently DC, DE, PA, and NV), including nonprofits, corporations, foundations, and government agencies.
- Plan and execute the annual Greater Philadelphia luncheon fundraising event (fall), with a goal of raising $180K-$200K in general operating revenues, including planning, engaging and guiding the sponsorships committee (which includes Board and Advisory Board members), cultivating sponsorships, coordinating vendors and volunteers, and executing the event.
- Manage two Development team members, providing day-to-day oversight, constructive feedback, and career development opportunities.
- Assist local Nevada team members, including the Development Coordinator and Regional Director, with planning and executing the annual Southern Nevada luncheon fundraising event (spring).
- Oversee a small individual donor appeal (typically year-end with some giving days throughout the year).
- Assist in preparing the annual Fundraising budget and provide regular updates to the Managing Director of Programs and Philanthropy.
- Represent Tech Impact in community events (including AFP and other) as needed.
- Participate in Tech Impact meetings, retreats, and special projects, as needed.
Job Qualifications
- 5-7 years of experience working at a nonprofit organization, with 2-4 years in Fundraising/Development, is required, with preferably 1-2 years in a Manager/Director capacity.
- Significant experience writing complex grants and reports (preferably experience with government grants), with a successful track record of securing funding.
- Bachelor’s degree is required. Master’s degree and/or CFRE certification are a plus.
- The ideal candidate will possess knowledge and experience with workforce development trends, programs, funding, and best practices.
- Excellent technical and persuasive writing and oral communication skills are required.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with CRM databases, such as Salesforce.com, is required.
- The ability to think independently and creatively, plan and meet deadlines while multi-tasking, and exercise sound judgment and diplomacy is required. This individual should be organized and detail-oriented, energetic, team-oriented, and results-oriented.
How to Apply: All candidates must submit a cover letter and resume with the subject line “Development Director” to Jobs@techimpact.org.
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