Director, Development (York)

Purpose:

The Director of Development is responsible for creating and maintaining an environment that attracts philanthropic support for our organization's mission and strategic directions. In this key leadership role, the Director will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Foundation. This includes planning,fund development initiatives, donor cultivation, donor stewardship, database integrity, annual and capital campaign design and management, grant prospects and management, corporate and foundation relations, special events, membership and other fund development activities. This position also works closely with the Marketing and Communications Department and directs the Foundation's marketing and communications strategies.

Responsibilities:

• Activities include prospect research, grant writing,tracking and acknowledgement.

• Coordinates and manages security and data quality control initiatives for Raisers Edge. Update documented procedures meeting requirements for finance and any audit requirements.

• Provides general oversight of all the organization's fund development activities by managing the day-to-day operations and ensures compliance with all relevant regulations and laws.

• Works close with the Vice President of Development to provide leadership, strategic direction and operational coordination.

• Works with SHF board and executive committee to develop and implement a comprehensive marketing and public relations strategy, including campaign materials, Foundation Focus, E-newsletter and other materials necessary to conduct successful fundraising efforts.

• Conducts a full range of activities required to prepare, submit and manage grant proposals to private and public foundations and governmental sources.

• This job description is not designed to cover or to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for the position

• Manages and coaches direct reports to meet and establish goals and timeliness while maintaining budgets and performance objectives.

• Develops, secures approval and administers Foundation policies and procedures

• Ensures consistent and appropriate recognition for all donors, including donor walls, published reports and, when suitable, the display of donor plaques.

• Bachelors Required

• Two years of leadership/management experience required.

• Three years of work experience in a professional environment with a strong focus on customer relationship management.

• Fundraising and development experience as well as a proven track record in strategic planning preferred. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran