Resource Development Director

Position Summary

The Resource Development Director reports to the Vice President of Resource Development and is responsible for identifying, cultivating, qualifying, soliciting, and stewarding donors with a goal of expanding the number of leadership and major gifts in Sussex County. This position leads the implementation of a comprehensive fundraising program in Sussex County and works collaboratively with Area Directors and Volunteers to renew and increase philanthropic support. This position works in a highly collaborative environment effectively interacting with Club staff, board members, the Resource Development Team, and others to help meet organizational goals

Essential Functions

• Supports and articulates the organization’s mission, core beliefs, programs, and services in a variety of settings and circumstances.
• Maintains a portfolio of 150+ donors ensuring timely steps are taken for cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship to reach an annual fundraising goal.
• Develops relationships with Board Members, BGCDE leadership, volunteers, and leadership donors to identify and solicit new prospects.
• Updates donor records in donor management system and uses technology to identify and manage donors and prospects, including our donor database and wealth screening tools.
• Communicates fundraising progress throughout the organization and equips volunteers to reach fundraising goals.
• Develops and follows an individual fundraising work plan that maximizes time and resources in targeting specific sources of income.
• Serves as a liaison to community groups and organizations that conduct third-party fundraising events and activities and works with the Event Coordinator to ensure the success of two marquee special events.
• Increases visibility of Club programs and services and helps ensure that the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is positioned as the premier youth service organization in Sussex County.
• Helps ensure a productive working environment, providing support to operations and volunteer leadership on fundraising issues.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as required or assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements:

• Demonstrated knowledge of a variety of effective fundraising strategies and moves management techniques.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in nonprofit organizations; fundraising, marketing, budgeting, community, and public relations experience strongly preferred.
• Sussex County Residence and/or Sussex County Network preferred.
• Strong communication, planning, team building, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and excellent interpersonal skills.
• High level of proficiency in MS Suite and Donor Management Software.
• Working Conditions
• Meet multiple and concurrent deadlines.
• Present oneself with professionally appropriate demeanor and attire.
• Maintain a high energy level.
• Frequent travel throughout the state using your own vehicle is required. Reimbursement for Travel expenses included.

Hours:  Monday – Friday, 8:30-5:00. Flexibility to work periodic evening and weekend hours is required.

Work Location: 

22295 Lewes Georgetown Highway

Georgetown, DE  19947

Note: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. He/she will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by his/her supervisor.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.