Director of Philanthropy, Eastern Region - uAspire

POSITION SUMMARY: uAspire is searching for a Director of Philanthropy to join a dynamic advancement team at an exciting time in the organization's history. The Director's primary responsibility is to develop a comprehensive Annual Giving program to support the organization's mission and facilitate revenue growth. This role requires a strategic thinker who can help launch new initiatives and drive the organization to new heights.

 The Director will closely collaborate with high-level volunteer board committees and organizational leadership to achieve annual revenue goals. They will manage a portfolio of leadership and yearly donors, working collaboratively on donor communications and retention, event planning, strategy, and volunteer initiatives.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Portfolio Management and Fundraising (40%)

• Grow and manage significant and annual gift portfolios.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors to build philanthropic support in the region.
• Regularly engage critical prospects through face-to-face meetings.
• Manage the assigned region to cultivate potential donors, assist senior leaders at events, and coordinate logistics for strategic visits.
• Prepare and promptly present written and oral briefings, follow-up materials, research, and contact reports on prospects/donors as needed.
• Work in concert with the CAO and other senior staff members, including department leads, to support fundraising priorities.
• Acknowledge all donor contributions in a timely manner.
• As needed, support the CAO in managing the board's Advancement Committee.

Events and Donor Administration (25%)

• Leads the strategy, planning, and execution for events, including  First Ones, Dream Builders, Investor meetings, and the uAspire 40th Anniversary Gala.
• Collaborate with the CAO to oversee logistics for cultivation events, committee meetings, engagement with affinity alums, and donor recognition.
• Develop in-person and virtual donor experiences or events to engage new and retain existing contributors.
• Work with the systems and operation coordinator to ensure proper event planning and implementation, leveraging efficiencies related to fundraising and individual giving campaigns.

Donor Communications and Appeals (20%)

• Collaborate with Advancement team members to plan and execute strategies to retain existing and cultivate potential donors.
• Collaborate with MarComm, developing a plan to effectively market, segment, and execute digital funding appeals.
• Assist in developing communications to advance donor engagement and gift recognition opportunities.
• Establish bi-annual appeals, a donor recognition program with an annual solicitation strategy
• Research, share, and distribute uAspire successes via social media, alert new trends, and leverage digital resources for the advancement team.

Volunteer Management (15%)

• In collaboration with the CAO, provide critical support and staffing for the Board Advancement Committee.
• Work closely with key stakeholders to prepare committee agendas, organize and create PowerPoint decks /materials, and coordinate meeting invitations and follow-ups.
• As needed, oversee and support high-level volunteer recruitment and management for new programming and affinity volunteer programs, and serve as point person for volunteer activities.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

We recognize that individuals acquire skills through different professional, personal, educational, and volunteer experiences. The ideal candidate should have a strong passion for uAspire's goals, a deep understanding of its mission and objectives, and the ability to effectively communicate the organization's unique value and significance. We urge applicants to review the essential responsibilities and qualifications listed below carefully. If you possess the transferable skills required to carry out the duties of this position, we encourage you to apply.

Education, Experience & Skills:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5 years of development/fundraising experience with Individuals, Annual Campaigns, frontline fundraising and major gifts preferred. Social Media expertise, a plus.
• Proven track record of soliciting and closing gifts of $10,000 or more.
• Strong public speaking, presentation, and communication skills.Excellent writing, organizational, analytical, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office including Excel, PowerPoint, and Salesforce or equivalent CRM database. Mastery of Google Suite is a plus.
• Ability to manage multiple projects successfully in a fast-paced environment, working independently, and as a member of a team.

Compensation: The salary range for this position is  $94,500 - $110,000. Salary commensurate with experience and education.
Grade: V
Status: Exempt, Full Time
Location and Work Arrangement: East Coast Candidates preferred in the Greater Boston, MA area. Candidates work remotely, 
Reports To: Chief Advancement Officer
Anticipated Start Date: September 9, 2024

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