Hours: 40 hours (full-time)

FLSA Category: Exempt

Location: Irvine, CA Office

Reporting to: President/CEO

Are you interested in building your career with one of Southern California’s leading non-profit organizations? Are you passionate about serving older adults and broadening awareness about these important members of our community? If so, consider a career with the Council on Aging – Southern California.

We are a locally based, 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation, with a mission to promote the independence, health and dignity of older and dependent adults through compassion, education and advocacy. For over 50 years, we have been a trusted source for unbiased information, programs and services that empower and protect older adults as they navigate the aging experience.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:

This is an exciting opportunity to lead COASC’s Development and Community Relations efforts. The Council provides programs and services to over 100,000 older adults and family caregivers throughout our five county service area annually. As the number of older adults in our community rapidly grows, we must be prepared to support their needs to remain healthy, connected and protected.

The Director of Development and Community Relations will support the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and the Board of Directors to initiate and implement outreach and development strategies to build agency awareness and increase financial support from key individuals, foundations, and corporate donors. The Director will lead a team of three professionals responsible for fundraising, database management, special events, volunteer cultivation and corporate philanthropic support. In this role, the Director is part of the Council’s leadership team who collaborate to achieve defined goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

· Lead the effort to raise $600K annually through three annual events coupled with individual, foundation, corporate and estate plan giving

· Lead a strong board-driven, volunteer-supported, fundraising & development team, which includes the SmileMakers Program Manager, Database Associate and the Events & Campaign Manager.

· Develop, execute and lead agency’s fundraising strategy & tactical plans in conjunction with CEO

· Identify major prospective contributors, develop approach strategies, and lead processes to solicit, cultivate and build relationships with contributors and grantors

· Identify and cultivate a broad portfolio of major contributors, grantors and sponsors, including individuals, foundations, corporations and government entities

· Actively solicit new opportunities for revenue generation and strategic partnerships

· Create of a new framework for estate plan giving in conjunction with the CEO, COO and Board

· Working with event & task force committees, develop and execute highly visible fundraising events including “An Evening of Comedy” and “Remarkable Lives"

· Collaborate with SmileMakers Program Manager to develop a multi-year strategy for the SmileMakers Program, including sponsorship, fundraising and impact plans

· In conjunction with the Marketing Manager, develop and implement outreach campaigns to help nurture and increase the total numbers of contributors to the organization.

· Oversee solicitation appeals, development collateral and social media in conjunction with the CEO

· Develop grant strategies and oversee the grant writing and reporting process in collaboration with the Program Directors, CEO and COO

· Partner with the COO and accounting team to facilitate financial tracking and reporting processes

· Ensure donor records, communication and reporting systems are current and effective, utilizing eTapestry and Constant Contact.

· Serve as a visible spokesperson for COASC’s mission and programs in the community

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Seasoned non-profit development leader with proven track record of consistently exceeding business and financial goals aligned with strategic plans and budgets

· Demonstrated success in fundraising and forging relationships with contributors, corporations, grantors, board members, philanthropists and foundations, driving increased grants, contributions and sponsorships

· Experience in collaborating and inspiring volunteers, as well as board and event committees

· Experience in successfully managing and developing team members’ skillsets and driving results

· Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills

· Bachelor’s degree required, CFRE a plus

· Proof of eligibility to work in the United States

· Successfully complete a Live Scan fingerprinting background check

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

· Highly entrepreneurial, resourceful and flexible, noted for forging outstanding donor relationships

· Strategist adept at prioritizing, organizing and executing development strategic plans

· A confident leader and team builder, focused on attainment of budgeted goals

· A catalyst capable of creating excitement and energy regarding COASC’s programs. Persuasive, persistent, and determined in the pursuit of the organization’s fundraising goals

· Direct, honest, self-motivated, and diplomatic

· Understanding of the highly confidential and ethical nature of fundraising

· Energetic and willing to work hands-on in developing and executing multiple fundraising activities

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform this job.

While performing the duties of this job the employee will be required to sit for periods of time. Standing, walking and bending are required movements. The employee will occasionally need to lift approximately 20 lbs.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

The Council on Aging – Southern California is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status.