Development Director

The posting, as Catholic Charities wrote it

#DEV-020 - Development Director
Department: Development
Employment Type: Full Time; Exempt
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Location: SE Portland
Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 annually

AGENCY OVERVIEW

Through the principles of Catholic Social Teaching, Catholic Charities of Oregon achieves lasting solutions to poverty and injustice by partnering with clients to meet their economic and educational goals, and to support their physical and social well-being. Catholic Charities is the official domestic relief agency of the Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Development Director leads and manages the strategic direction of the Development team, and fundraising strategies to advance the Agency’s mission. Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer and the Executive Team, the Development Director will grow revenue by actively working a diversified approach to fundraising that balances major gifts, contributions, bequests, grants and clients. Responsible for working an active portfolio and overseeing the work of the Development team, this senior role ensures quality, sustained engagement between donors, funding partners and Catholic Charities of Oregon. The Development Director is an integral member of the Executive Team.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as a thought-partner and strategist in achieving sustainably and growth with a multi-year development strategy that will grow CCO’s financial resources and community visibility.
• Through partnership with the Chief Executive Officer, design and execute a comprehensive development plan aligned with organizational goals and focused on major donors, grants, events, bequests, and contributions .
• Manage a portfolio of individual major donors and prospects, developing tailored, individual strategies to enhance relationships that will lead to deepened connections and increased giving to support Catholic Charities’ mission
• In partnership with the CEO and Major Gifts Officer, establish and oversee a major gifts program that balances a focus on stewarding existing and cultivating new donors, achieves stronger relationships, new and sustained giving, and actively manages all aspects of the individual giving cycle.
• Lead the annual creation of the Development department budget to align with the overall objectives of the agency. Track and report on budget to actuals to CEO and Finance Director, including grants, gifts, events and pledges. Work closely with the Finance Director to achieve alignment in tracking Development department generated revenue to the organization.
• Work with program directors to identify, prioritize, and develop narratives and rationales that are compelling to individual donors.
• Identify and advance new funding opportunities and growth strategies.
• Strengthen systems for donor retention, upgrade and recognition.
• Support the fundraising efforts of the Chief Executive Officer. in securing new and renewed gifts. Work in c

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gagement with colleagues, open communication, and alignment with organizational values and culture.

• Ability to work well in team setting, as well as independently; be flexible and adapt well to different dynamics in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, which could include some evenings and weekends.
• Travel around the Portland Tri-County area as needed. Must have driver’s license, access to vehicle and ability to obtain automobile insurance at levels required by agency (100/300/100).

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Compensation is commensurate with experience. Competitive benefits package including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision plans
• Alternative care benefits for the employee
• 100% employer paid life
• 100% employer paid long-term disability
• Voluntary disability
• Voluntary supplemental life
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off which includes:
• Vacation time
• Sick time
• Personal days
• 13 paid holidays per year; plus, additional holiday pay for Agency closure Christmas through New Year’s
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Free parking
• Catholic Charities of Oregon employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness government-sponsored education loan repayment program.
• Please note these benefits are subject to change.

BACKGROUND AND MVR SCREENING

Satisfactory results from pre-employment criminal and civil background screening required. Motor vehicle records (MVR) review required as needed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/VETERANS/DISABLED

Catholic Charities of Oregon is dedicated to promoting diversity, multiculturalism, and inclusion across our agency. Catholic Charities of Oregon recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, equal pay, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. Applicants and employees need not be Catholic.