Job Details

Description

Reports To: Chief Development Officer
Location: Boys & Girls Clubs of Contra Costa (BGCCC) Headquarters
Position Type: Full-time, Exempt

Position Summary:
The Community Development Director will be responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing the full range of fundraising and relationship-building activities for BGCCC, including leading individual giving and corporate partnerships and supporting the organization's two signature events: the Gala and Golf Tournament. This community-facing role is responsible for cultivating relationships with donors, corporate partners, and community stakeholders to achieve fundraising goals and strengthen BGCCC's presence in the community.

Key Responsibilities:

Individual Giving:

• Develop and execute a strategy for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual donors.
• Manage a portfolio of individual donors, ensuring regular communication, personalized stewardship, and recognition.
• Coordinate annual giving campaigns, including direct mail, digital appeals, and other outreach efforts.
• Track donor interactions and gifts in the donor database, ensuring accurate and timely record-keeping.

Corporate Partnerships:

• Identify, cultivate, and secure corporate sponsorships and partnerships.
• Develop tailored sponsorship packages for events and programs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for corporate partners, ensuring exceptional communication and stewardship.

Event Support:

• Collaborate with the team to plan, organize, and execute BGCCC's Gala and Golf Tournament, ensuring fundraising and engagement goals are met.
• Oversee sponsor outreach, all logistical aspects of the events, and post-event donor stewardship.

Community Engagement:

• Act as BGCCC's representative in the community, attending networking events, community meetings, and public engagements.
• Build and maintain relationships with local businesses, community groups, and stakeholders.

Administrative and General Duties:

• Work closely with the Chief Development Officer and other team members to align fundraising strategies with organizational goals.
• Provide regular reports on progress toward fundraising goals and key metrics.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop materials that support fundraising efforts.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of BGCCC's programs and impact to effectively communicate with donors and partners.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in fundraising, development, or related roles, with a proven track record in individual giving and corporate partnerships.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and represent the organization professionally.
• Experience planning and executing fundraising events.
• Proficiency in donor database management and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work evenings and weekends for events and donor meetings.
• Passion for BGCCC's mission and a commitment to serving youth.

Key Competencies:

• Relationship Building: Skilled at cultivating and maintaining strong, meaningful relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Initiative: Self-motivated and able to work independently, managing multiple priorities effectively.
• Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to craft compelling donor appeals and sponsorship proposals.
• Team Collaboration: Thrives in a team-oriented environment and works well across departments.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in all aspects of work, from donor records to event logistics.