COOP Careers is seeking a Director of Development to provide leadership to the development function of its results-driven and rapidly growing national program. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of achieving ambitious fundraising goals and experience in developing innovative development strategies in a high-growth, entrepreneurial organization.
Requirements
- 7+ years of relevant work experience in development roles preferably within a nonprofit, education or social enterprise organization
- Demonstrated experience building individual giving strategies and portfolios
- Comprehensive understanding of functional areas under management and deep understanding of intersectionality between organizational functions
- Systems-level thinking with the ability to solve problems and build scalable solutions
- Data-driven with an ability to understand the impact of short- and long-term solutions
- Proven ability to meet ambitious revenue goals; strong quantitative analytical skills with the ability to use data, identify patterns and performance metrics to create targeted strategies and management support
- Proven track record navigating the inherent ambiguity of a growing environment and leading others through change
- Meticulous attention to detail with outstanding organizational and project management skills; proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive short and long term projects towards completion within target timelines
- Demonstrated ability to build trust and rapport with external and internal stakeholders across all levels
- Experience managing a development budget, creating development budget proposals, and contributing to/interpreting program financial projections/models
- Excellent communicator at a variety of levels; exceptional presentation skills and the ability to manage by influence and coach across a wide range of audiences
- Demonstrated experience in providing feedback (strengths and growth areas); and ability to acknowledge and hold space for ongoing improvement and learning
- Strong commitment to COOP’s mission and vision; thrives in a fast-paced environment and deliberately growing organization; enjoys teamwork and collaboration
- Salesforce champion and proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Office (especially Excel pivot tables, etc.)
- Ability to travel occasionally
- Ability to work nontraditional hours including weekend/evening events, at certain times in the program cycle
- Resides within commuting distance of New York City Metro, San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles Metro, Chicago Metro or Miami Metro
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
Benefits
- Base Salary: $110,000 - $115,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
- A generous and flexible unlimited vacation policy, including holidays and office closed the last week of December (12/25-1/1) and first week of July
- Up to 100% employer-funded comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage for you (dependents may be added to coverage at additional cost)
- $1,500 annual professional development budget (prorated based on start date)
- Flexible spending account benefits (healthcare, dependent care, and commuter)
- 401(K) retirement plan and 4% employer match - eligibility to participate after one year of service
