DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
ORGANIZATION LOCATION: Raleigh, NC
ORGANIZATION TYPE: Nonprofit
WORK LOCATION: Hybrid
OVERVIEW
Interfaith Prison Ministry for Women (IPMW) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to equip women with the tools and support they need to heal, grow and thrive while in prison and in the communities to which they return. The organization is funded through individual donations, foundation grants, faith-based giving, and service-based contract income. IPMW will be launching a full rebranding, which includes a name change, and expanding its programming over the next several years. To learn more, please visit IPMW’s website at www.ipmforwomen.org.
IPMW is a unique organization operating at the nexus of prison chaplaincy, women’s issues, and social justice, and operates with a set of core values that include empowerment, intentionality, caring, dignity, inclusiveness, and compassion. The organization is poised for growth with significant new organizational and programmatic opportunities ahead. A new reentry project, launched in 2020, provides comprehensive and holistic wraparound services for formerly incarcerated women, including housing.
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
IPMW celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2020, and after a rigorous organizational assessment as part of a broader strategic planning process, the organization is poised for growth with significant new programmatic opportunities ahead. The Development Director will be a vital part of the team and will enhance the capacity of IPMW to sustain the range of exciting work upon which we are embarking.
The successful candidate will have non-profit fundraising experience at a senior level, be highly organized, and be able to take initiative and work autonomously and independently. This individual will be a strategic business partner with the CEO, leading the way in initiating new funding relationships, and work collaboratively with the Board and staff. The successful candidate can operate in a fast-paced environment – sometimes under pressure – while remaining good-natured, resourceful, and efficient. A high level of maturity, integrity, professionalism, discretion, sound judgment, tact, confidentiality, and self-care are crucial.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
With senior-level support on grant writing, a part-time Communications Manager, and a full-time Office Manager, the Development Director will create and execute a philanthropic vision that will sustain and expand IPMW's mission and reach. The ideal candidate has led a successful and verifiable resource development program and has a record of securing individual and institutional grants, gifts, and donations.
Responsibilities will include:
SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES
The Development Director must demonstrate a passion for and willingness to support IPMW’s mission, vision, values, and work. The ideal candidate will possess sufficient experience and training to execute the responsibilities of the position and demonstrate the following:
PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS
This position will work closely with, and report to, the CEO and will interact regularly with other staff and volunteers. They will have substantial contact with key stakeholders, including members of the Board of Directors and its committees, clients, community members, other volunteers, donors, funders, and partners. This position will also be asked to act as a public representative to IPMW and speak on its behalf at conferences, events, and possibly to the media.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations, as well as the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and occasionally manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-30 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, read information and perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard measurements). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SALARY RANGE: The salary offered will be competitive and commensurate with the experience of the successful candidate and the requirements of the position. Salary range is from the mid-seventies to mid-eighties. This is a full-time position with a generous benefits package.
APPLICATION PROCESS: To apply, email a cover letter and resume to jobs@ipmforwomen.org. Include your last name and the position title in the subject line. Application deadline is June 24, 2022. No calls, please.
Interfaith Prison Ministry for Women is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by law. Formerly incarcerated individuals encouraged to apply.
ORGANIZATION LOCATION: Raleigh, NC
ORGANIZATION TYPE: Nonprofit
WORK LOCATION: Hybrid
OVERVIEW
Interfaith Prison Ministry for Women (IPMW) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to equip women with the tools and support they need to heal, grow and thrive while in prison and in the communities to which they return. The organization is funded through individual donations, foundation grants, faith-based giving, and service-based contract income. IPMW will be launching a full rebranding, which includes a name change, and expanding its programming over the next several years. To learn more, please visit IPMW’s website at www.ipmforwomen.org.
IPMW is a unique organization operating at the nexus of prison chaplaincy, women’s issues, and social justice, and operates with a set of core values that include empowerment, intentionality, caring, dignity, inclusiveness, and compassion. The organization is poised for growth with significant new organizational and programmatic opportunities ahead. A new reentry project, launched in 2020, provides comprehensive and holistic wraparound services for formerly incarcerated women, including housing.
LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITY
IPMW celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2020, and after a rigorous organizational assessment as part of a broader strategic planning process, the organization is poised for growth with significant new programmatic opportunities ahead. The Development Director will be a vital part of the team and will enhance the capacity of IPMW to sustain the range of exciting work upon which we are embarking.
The successful candidate will have non-profit fundraising experience at a senior level, be highly organized, and be able to take initiative and work autonomously and independently. This individual will be a strategic business partner with the CEO, leading the way in initiating new funding relationships, and work collaboratively with the Board and staff. The successful candidate can operate in a fast-paced environment – sometimes under pressure – while remaining good-natured, resourceful, and efficient. A high level of maturity, integrity, professionalism, discretion, sound judgment, tact, confidentiality, and self-care are crucial.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
With senior-level support on grant writing, a part-time Communications Manager, and a full-time Office Manager, the Development Director will create and execute a philanthropic vision that will sustain and expand IPMW's mission and reach. The ideal candidate has led a successful and verifiable resource development program and has a record of securing individual and institutional grants, gifts, and donations.
Responsibilities will include:
- Developing, managing, and implementing the fundraising strategy of the organization, including building out the team and development department, with emphasis on expanding the donor base in terms of number of donors and type of donors.
- Responsibility for achieving the organization’s fundraising goals each fiscal year.
- Managing annual, major donor, capital and other campaign giving.
- Cultivating existing, and initiating new, relationships with institutional funders including but not limited to foundations, family foundations, faith-based institutions, and government agencies.
- Devising, recommending, and implementing donor cultivation and solicitation strategies, including solicitation appeals.
- Creating and presenting written and oral proposals for consideration, according to the donor’s or foundation’s interests and financial circumstances.
- Working closely with the CEO, volunteer Fundraising Committee, Board of Directors and Communications Manager to build relationships with donors and other charitable sources.
- Responsibility for all reports requested by funders and donors, in addition to IPMW’s Annual Report.
- Ensuring the successful implementation of industry best practices in pursuit of excellence in all facets of resource development operations.
- Overall responsibility for technology tools and vendor relationships used in fundraising activities, including donor database, communication platforms, and outsourced fundraising, and event-planning consultants, where applicable.
- Ensure accuracy of donor data and timeliness of communications, with the support of the Office Manager.
- Developing and managing the fundraising and marketing budgets.
- Attending relevant industry events and networking opportunities.
SKILLS, QUALIFICATIONS AND ATTRIBUTES
The Development Director must demonstrate a passion for and willingness to support IPMW’s mission, vision, values, and work. The ideal candidate will possess sufficient experience and training to execute the responsibilities of the position and demonstrate the following:
- Inclusive, empathetic worldview and demonstrated skill working across lines of difference.
- Bachelor’s degree and 8-10 years professional work experience, with at least 5 years’ experience in senior-level non-profit development roles.
- Successful experience with donor cultivation, solicitation and recognition strategies, grant writing, special events management, fundraising from faith-based organizations, and fundraising from foundations and other institutions. The ideal candidate will also have experience securing, managing, and reporting on government grants.
- Proven track record of achieving revenue targets and/or performance metrics.
- Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication (both verbal and written), analytical and negotiating skills to interact with a broad range of individuals in a professional and pleasant manner.
- Self-motivated, results-oriented, and able to set priorities and work on numerous projects simultaneously coupled with the ability to work well in a collaborative environment.
- A personal commitment to excellence and strong organization skills, accuracy, and ability to successfully manage multiple and sometimes competing projects, tasks, and deadlines.
- Experience with supporting senior staff and Board of Directors.
- Experience managing direct reports.
- Understanding and appreciation of equity issues, and desire and humility to grow and learn with the team.
- Willingness to extend kindness, compassion and accountability to oneself and others.
- Proficient with computer skills and knowledge of database programs.
- Willingness to operate in compliance with organizational policies and procedures and external (donor/legal/IRS) requirements.
- Sense of humor and ability to have fun a plus.
PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS
This position will work closely with, and report to, the CEO and will interact regularly with other staff and volunteers. They will have substantial contact with key stakeholders, including members of the Board of Directors and its committees, clients, community members, other volunteers, donors, funders, and partners. This position will also be asked to act as a public representative to IPMW and speak on its behalf at conferences, events, and possibly to the media.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations, as well as the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and occasionally manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-30 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand, and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment, read information and perform basic math (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard measurements). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SALARY RANGE: The salary offered will be competitive and commensurate with the experience of the successful candidate and the requirements of the position. Salary range is from the mid-seventies to mid-eighties. This is a full-time position with a generous benefits package.
APPLICATION PROCESS: To apply, email a cover letter and resume to jobs@ipmforwomen.org. Include your last name and the position title in the subject line. Application deadline is June 24, 2022. No calls, please.
Interfaith Prison Ministry for Women is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, record of arrest or conviction, or any other characteristic protected by law. Formerly incarcerated individuals encouraged to apply.