Development Director (non-profit organization)

Development Director (non-profit organization) Join to apply for the Development Director (non-profit organization) role at The Davis Street Community Center Incorporated For 50 years, The Davis Street Community Center Incorporated has been providing support to low-income families and individuals in the Eden and surrounding communities. Our comprehensive services include primary care, affordable child care, programs for adults with developmental disabilities, a food pantry, and a free clothing program. We are dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the community through fully integrated services. Are you a fundraising leader ready to drive impactful change for a cause you believe in? Do you have a natural ability to cultivate a pipeline of donors and prospects, leading to meaningful giving? If that/'s you, consider joining the Davis Street Community Center as our next Development Director! DAVIS STREET PERKS AND BENEFITS Mission-driven company culture 100% paid employee premium for Kaiser, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance plans 403(b) Retirement plans with matching contributions Paid Time Off for vacation and illness 12 Paid Holidays PLUS an additional paid birthday holiday Employee Discount Program and more! POSITION SUMMARY The Development Director is responsible for planning and executing a comprehensive fundraising plan. The program includes individual giving, corporate giving/sponsorships, major gift portfolio, planned giving, annual giving and direct mail. This position reports to the Chief Executive Officer, directly supervises the Development Associate, and collaborates with the Leadership Team, Board of Directors, Davis Street Foundation and development staff to design and fulfill annual and major gift fundraising strategy and goals. RESPONSIBILITIES Design and implement fundraising strategies across major gifts, planned giving, annual fund, and grants. Manage and develop a portfolio of up to ~250 donors/prospects, deepening relationships in person, virtually, over the phone, and in writing. Engage donors and prospects at events and other venues. Plan and execute donor cultivation events, house parties, and briefings with Host Committee members, staff and board members. Provide stewardship and recognition of major donors. Write persuasive presentations and solicitations to donors and prospects. Collaborate with Marketing Coordinator to develop fundraising materials. Work with the CEO, CHRO and senior leadership to build Board fundraising capacity and confidence. Report progress and share fundraising results with the CEO and Board. Develop budgets, monitor revenue/expenses, and drive financial results with CEO and senior staff. Personally solicit gifts and coordinate solicitations with the CEO. Staff the Fundraising Committee of the Board. Oversee donor and prospect management systems. Provide fundraising training to board members and committees. Create and implement a planned giving program and blended gifts. Generate ideas to increase revenue and donor longevity. Oversee annual giving campaigns, including direct mail and online giving. Solicit gifts/sponsorships for the Annual Gala. Develop a donor prospect pipeline for Annual Giving campaigns. Meet monthly goals for donor visits and document outcomes. Maintain regular database use to track moves management and donor information. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS 5+ years of progressively challenging fundraising experience, with experience in direct mail, major gifts and events (required). Experience in managing a major gift portfolio (preferred). Experience developing a culture of philanthropy in a medium to large non-profit (preferred). Experience with CRM systems like Salesforce, Blackbaud, RE7/RE NXT (preferred). Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building abilities with a collaborative approach. Ability to maintain donor confidentiality with tact and diplomacy. Strong oral and written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills and computer proficiency. Passion for the mission of Davis Street and an understanding of poverty-related causes. Commitment to the mission and values of Davis Street. Davis Street is committed to helping low-income families of San Leandro and surrounding communities by providing a variety of comprehensive services. Visit for more information. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year 403(b) 403(b) matching Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-17