Major Duties and Responsibilities

Support the strategic resource development for the DSACF, while cultivating an emerging pipeline of donors and prospects.

Leadership:

• Work with the Executive Director to create and execute the DSACF’s annual development plan
• Manage the implementation of the Bloomerang CRM system and oversee staff responsible for generating correspondence, data entry, and gift processing
• Manage development/special events interns

Fundraising:

• Manage the implementation and execution of the Benevon Model with the assistance of the Executive Director and Board of Directors. Cultivate relationships, solicit, and steward individuals to generate annual contributions and achieve a progressively larger goal year-over-year as relationships are established and grow.
• Research new foundations to support the DSACF’s programs and operations and submit timely applications to reach annual goals. Manage a grant calendar, complete required reporting, and ensure funds are spent according to award letters.
• Oversee planning and execution of special events (Step Up Walk, Down to Party Gala and other events as assigned)
• Manage annual campaign activities including direct mail solicitation, online giving, third-party events, etc. 
• According to a set development communications calendar, lead the crafting and implementation of written and digital communications for donors (solicitations, newsletter content, acknowledgements)
• With support from the Office Administrator, ensure donors receive appropriate recognition and reporting on the impact of their gifts

Outreach and Public Relations

• Develop a library of appropriate stories of impact to share (to be conveyed via newsletters, annual reports and the like), creating a matrix of content that can be sorted to constantly convey the impact and success of the DSACF and its charitable investments
• Participates in community initiatives to promote the organization and philanthropy
• Organize and schedule annual medical school outreach days

Innovation:

• Assist Executive Director in the development and management of innovative approaches and initiatives to increase prospect leads and connectivity to existing donors
• Develop and coordinate recognition opportunities, materials, and events for continuity and donor stewardship

Miscellaneous

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Characteristics Required

• Bachelor's degree required
• At least 4 years of experience in non-profit fundraising, reflecting a wide array of skills
• Strong knowledge of fundraising principles and practices
• Excellent and persuasive communication skills, both written and oral
• High level of organizational and attention to detail
• Strong technology skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), Canva, Adobe, etc.
• High degree of integrity, ethics, dedication, and optimism; commitment to mission and to maintaining confidentiality and accuracy
• Personal or professional connection to individuals with intellectual disabilities a plus