Director of Development

Director of
Development

Job Description

Organizational Summary

Union Settlement is an East Harlem based nonprofit organization
founded in 1895. For 128 years, Union Settlement has provided
critical and innovative programming to children, youth, families,
and older adults. As a pioneer of the settlement house movement,
Union Settlement continues to meet the needs of the ever-changing
East Harlem community through its core programs. Through these
programs, New Yorkers gain opportunities, develop skills, and
become empowered to pursue and achieve their dreams.

Today, Union Settlement provides services through 33 program
sites in approximately 28 locations. Union Settlement’s current
programmatic portfolio includes 8 core program areas: Early
Childhood Education, Youth Services (including after school
programs), Family Services (including the Family Enrichment Center
and the Family Childcare Network), the East Harlem Community
Partnership, Adult Education, Mental Health Services, Older Adult
Centers, and Economic Development.  Union Settlement serves
more than 10,000 individuals and nearly 1,000 businesses every
year.

Strengthened by a dynamic, diverse, and collaborative workforce
of more than 350 employees, Union Settlement also serves as a
connector, convener, and advocate for East Harlem and its partners.
To learn more about Union Settlement, visit
www.unionsettlement.org

 

Position: Director of
Development                                                         

Department: Development
Reports to: Executive Director, External
Affairs & Strategic
Communications                        
Hours: Full-time 
Salary: $115,000 -$125,000   
                 
                 
                 
                 
             
FLSA: Exempt 
Location: On-site, with the potential for
some remote work.
Positions Reporting to this Role: Associate
Director, Individual Giving; Associate Director, Institutional
Giving

 

Position Summary:

The Development Director is responsible for leading all
fundraising activities and initiatives aimed at securing funding
for organization’s operations and programs, thereby ensuring the
organization’s financial sustainability. In this role, the director
will develop, implement and oversee a comprehensive fundraising
plan with the goal of expanding philanthropic support for the
organization. This includes identifying and strengthening
relationships with community stakeholders, actively pursuing and
managing corporate and individual donors, fostering strong donor
and sponsor relationships, and seeking, applying for and managing
grant funding. Additionally, this position involves planning and
executing Union Settlement’s cultivation and fundraising events.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated and
results-oriented individual to drive meaningful change.

Responsibilities 

• Design and implement annually a comprehensive Development
  Funding Plan which sustains the fiscal health of the organization
  and provides future financial resources for growth and expansion.
  Including but not limited to cultivation, stewardship, writing, and
  management of funding/grant applications for:
  • Annual giving, Individual (major) giving, Institutional Giving
    (foundations, corporations, partnerships), special events (internal
    and third party), and other opportunities to raise funds to support
    the organization’s mission.
• Develop strong relationships within the community to foster a
  positive image of Union Settlement.
• Collaborate with the President & Chief Executive Officer,
  Executive Director, External Affairs & Strategic
  Communications, Board of Directors, and the Development team as a
  point of contact for inquiries related to funding, donations and
  fundraising even.
• Cultivate and steward relationships with current and potential
  donors, both individuals and institutional, to ensure their
  engagement with and long-term commitment to the organization’s
  mission.
• Work closely with the CRM Manager to collect, organize, and
  maintain a complete and accurate database record of donors and
  funding received. Utilize fundraising data and analytics to
  evaluate campaign effectiveness, make informed strategic decisions,
  and identify areas for improvement.
• Creates funding targets for board of directors. Establishes
  tracking tools and monitors monthly.
  Work collaboratively with fundraising event chairs to offer
  management, production and oversight of both NFB internal
  fundraising events. Including developing and managing production
  timeline, budget, and evaluation.
• Oversee branding, image and consistency of messaging in all
  organization materials. Including ensure messaging is updated and
  accurate in all marketing and outreach materials.
• Design and produce annual giving campaign, as well as auxiliary
  marketing, promotional and outreach materials.
• Oversee the creation of compelling fundraising collateral
  including proposals, case statements, and impact reports that
  resonate with various donor segments.
• Work collaboratively with the Union Settlement team members as
  needed to secure food resources.
• Coordinate media events; speak on behalf of organization with
  media outlets as needed.
• Effectively communicate the organization’s mission, vision, and
  impact to donors, partners, and the broader community through
  presentations, written materials, and networking events. This
  includes making presentations to various community, corporate and
  church groups as needed.
• Work effectively as a member of multiple project teams
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications: 

• Willingness to travel locally and regionally
• Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s Degree a plus.
• Proven track record of at least 5+ years progressively
  responsible development experience, with demonstrable results
  across multiple streams of funding.
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles, strategies, and
  trends in the non-profit sector.
• Five plus years’ experience with donor databases, Salesforce
  preferred.
• Experience in establishing and institutionalizing donor
  database best practices.
• Passion for the organization’s mission and genuine commitment
  to its values. Familiarity with social service programs and a
  strong desire to help improve the lives of the residents in East
  Harlem.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the
  ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced,
  challenging, constantly changing environment. .
• Overall flexibility and ability to work under pressure and meet
  deadlines.
• A dedicated work ethic, diligence, and readiness to be a
  hands-on team member helping foster a collaborative and goal driven
  environment.
• Excellent computer skills, including Microsoft Suite experience
  is essential.
• Excellent computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft
  Suite. Preference for advanced skills in Excel, data analysis and
  creating data visualizations.
• Knowledge of East Harlem community strongly
  preferred.

CO R E CO M P E T E N C IE
S

• Leading Others: Creates a sense of urgency throughout the
  organization on the importance of achieving Inspires, influences,
  and enables team members to reach their goals
• Facilitating Change: Approaches challenges with creativity and
  Demonstrates analytical thinking. Guides change to meet Union
  Settlement’s goals.
• Managing Performance: Evaluates and revises goals semi-annually
  with the team. Provides consistent supervision and documents
  performance highlights and concerns
• Applying and Developing Expertise: Embraces and leads the team
  to achieve milestones. Seeks and supports professional development
  opportunities for team Manages finances and budgets
  effectively
• Communicating and Collaborating: Listens well and actively
  engages with others with honesty and integrity and holds team
  accountable to the same standard

Union Settlement’s
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

Union Settlement is an equal
opportunity employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin,
physical or mental disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status
protected under federal, state, or local law.