Job
Managing Director of Development
| Location | New York, NY 10022 |
| Date Posted | April 26, 2024 |
| Job ID | 11312 |
| Employment Type | Direct Hire |
Scion Nonprofit is excited to share that we are partnering with one of the most innovative global nonprofits to identify its next Managing Director of Development (MDD). In this pivotal role, the MDD will report directly to the CEO and be an integral part of the senior leadership team. The MDD will be a globally minded and entrepreneurial leader passionate about changing societal inequities. This impactful opportunity comes with a flexible hybrid schedule domiciled in Midtown Manhattan. The salary is $180,000-$220,000 DOE, in addition to a very generous benefits package.
WHO:
Our client is a global nonprofit dedicated to combating deeply entrenched societal problems worldwide by bridging communication among leaders that builds trust, collective action, and partnerships. Their experience working with some of the world’s most prominent funders over the last 35 years in more than 30 countries reveals that collaboration, shared vision, and more profound understanding release more impact and better solutions than working alone.
THE ROLE:
As the MDD, you'll spearhead an exciting fundraising strategy for their international programs. Working closely with the CEO, you'll craft and execute a comprehensive plan targeting diverse donor segments, with a focus on international funders and high-net-worth individuals. Lead their passionate, development team, shape the department as well as future fundraising endeavors, and represent the organization in key meetings and collaborations. You’ll expand their support network and drive fundraising excellence to fuel impactful societal initiatives.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Fundraising:
Organizational Strategy and Leadership:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
HIGHLY PREFERRED:
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
This highly rewarding opportunity comes with a competitive base salary of $180,000-$220,000 DOE, a generous benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance. An Employee Assistance Program, 403(b), generous vacation, personal sick leave, parental/adoption leave, commuter benefits, community service day, and much more.
TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, please provide your resume and cover letter, sharing more about your experience and interest in this role online via https://scionnonprofitstaffing.com/job/11312.
ABOUT OUR FIRM:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class.
We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
WHO:
Our client is a global nonprofit dedicated to combating deeply entrenched societal problems worldwide by bridging communication among leaders that builds trust, collective action, and partnerships. Their experience working with some of the world’s most prominent funders over the last 35 years in more than 30 countries reveals that collaboration, shared vision, and more profound understanding release more impact and better solutions than working alone.
THE ROLE:
As the MDD, you'll spearhead an exciting fundraising strategy for their international programs. Working closely with the CEO, you'll craft and execute a comprehensive plan targeting diverse donor segments, with a focus on international funders and high-net-worth individuals. Lead their passionate, development team, shape the department as well as future fundraising endeavors, and represent the organization in key meetings and collaborations. You’ll expand their support network and drive fundraising excellence to fuel impactful societal initiatives.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Fundraising:
- Develop and implement a dynamic multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with organizational goals.
- Identify and cultivate new high net-worth individual donors at the $50-100K major donor level.
- Establish robust partnerships with corporations, foundations, and potential allies to secure grant funding.
- Develop major donor and planned giving initiatives and rejuvenate fundraising events and campaigns.
- Collaborate on annual philanthropic events to optimize cultivation opportunities.
- Ensure robust policies, practices, and systems for managing funders and compliance.
Organizational Strategy and Leadership:
- Manage and cultivate a team of high-performing contributors.
- Contribute to setting strategic direction as a member of the Leadership Team.
- Establish objectives, champion fundraising priorities, and refine development campaign strategies and communication.
- Promote a culture of philanthropy across all levels of the organization, including staff and the Board.
- Utilize knowledge of the philanthropic community to enhance international development efforts.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 10+ years of nonprofit experience spearheading national, preferably global, fundraising initiatives.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Accomplished leadership and organizational skills, with a successful track record of cultivating new donors and enhancing development initiatives.
- Proven success in securing multi-million-dollar grants for international initiatives.
- Deep knowledge of the philanthropic community in international development.
- Proficient in strategic planning, budgeting, and collaborating closely with the Board of Directors.Experience collaborating with CEO and Board leadership to manage major donor relationships.
- High EQ with excellent communication skills.
- Skilled in navigating organizational and cultural variances, adept at bridging geographical gaps effortlessly.
- Travel is not guaranteed but likely both domestically and internationally up to 20%.
HIGHLY PREFERRED:
- MS Dynamics CRM proficiency.
- Multilingual.
- Advanced degree.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
This highly rewarding opportunity comes with a competitive base salary of $180,000-$220,000 DOE, a generous benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance. An Employee Assistance Program, 403(b), generous vacation, personal sick leave, parental/adoption leave, commuter benefits, community service day, and much more.
TO APPLY:
For immediate consideration, please provide your resume and cover letter, sharing more about your experience and interest in this role online via https://scionnonprofitstaffing.com/job/11312.
ABOUT OUR FIRM:
Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an award-winning national nonprofit recruitment and staffing specialist for nonprofit organizations, foundations, associations, and educational institutions! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals supporting incredible missions and programs. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire nonprofit recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm and our practices can be found online. Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class.
We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value for ourselves, our client companies, and the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that has enacted fair chance, arrest, or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We engage in socially conscious business practices and believe that diverse, equitable, inclusive, and non-biased talent and recruitment processes are foundational to the success of Scion as well as every client organization with whom we partner.
