IMPACT, a non-profit organization, offers a competitive salary with a full benefits package for a Fund Development Director.

Since 1960, IMPACT has been serving Southeastern Wisconsin, helping people take the first step toward changing their life, for good. We assess and guide those experiencing personal crisis toward resources to achieve stability; and collaborate with community partners to foster system improvement.

Our role is critical. Critical conditions. Critical connections. Critical change.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a very important initiative here at IMPACT. We believe that the services we provide are enhanced when various groups of people with unique ideas come together. Applicants whose work incorporates a global perspective and a demonstrated commitment to various issues in human services are particularly encouraged to apply.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Fund Development Director plays a critical role within IMPACT. As such, it is positioned for success, reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and working in close partnership with executive leadership; program directors, managers, and supervisors; and direct service positions.

The Fund Development Director at IMPACT will:

• Be able to succinctly articulate the capabilities of the programs and of the organization;
• Develop and maintain an intimate understanding of the funding streams for all programs & services;
• Work in partnership with the Chief Operating Officer to develop and implement an annual fund development plan to achieve fundraising goals;
• Maintain the case statement;
• Represent the organization in the community;
• Work in partnership with Director of Marketing & Communications to develop and manage annual giving campaigns;
• Support, supervise, and, in their absence, complete the work of the Grant & Database Specialist:
  • Research and apply for appropriate grant opportunities that match the funding gaps of the programs & services and of the organization;
  • Navigate multiple application portals; including private and public foundations as well as local, state, and federal government;
  • Track, manage, and report on all applications; regardless of award status;
  • Maintain donor database and run reports, as needed

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

With support from the Chief Operating Officer, the Fund Development Director at IMPACT will:

• Develop and implement an annual fund development plan;
• Identify individual, corporate, faith-based, and foundation prospective donors;
• Cultivate relationships;
• Provide information and feedback leading to the development of collateral and solicitation materials;
• Manage the fund development dashboard and provide scheduled and as-needed reports;
• Support board member engagement in fundraising efforts;
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws as well as IMPACT processes and procedures to ensure donor confidentiality;
• Stay up-to-date on philanthropic trends;
• Actively participate in and support the organization's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

ABILITIES/SKILLS:

• Demonstrated excellence in writing, with an ability to match style and language to RFP and funder requirements
• Strong verbal communication and presentation skills; a persuasive and passionate communicator
• Flexible and able to multi-task, can work within a fast moving environment while driving toward clarity and problem solving solutions
• Technical documentation, formatting, and layout skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office suite
• Ability to coordinate multiple tasks and contributions from multiple team members
• Team skills, including ability to communicate effectively and support team success
• Commitment to process improvement
• Deadline oriented, with an ability to set priorities and successfully meet timelines
• Passion, humility, insightful, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven and self-directed

QUALIFICATIONS & WORK HOURS:

• Minimum of 5 years of nonprofit experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in fund development department at a nonprofit organization
• Minimum of 1 year of supervisory experience
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Reside in the State of Wisconsin and within 50 miles from the IMPACT office.

The position generally works M-F from 8:30am-5:00pm; however, the position has the ability to flex both hours and in office vs. remote. The position will work, as necessary to achieve success, to coordinate work, consult with colleagues, attend meetings, provide presentations, participate in agency activities and events, and yet have the ability to flex work hours in order to complete the work. The position will also be encouraged to join and become active in a philanthropic professional association with membership fee paid for by the organization.

BENEFITS (starts 1st of the month, following 30 days of employment):
•Medical (Traditional and HSA plan offered)
•Dental and Vision
•Flexible Spending - Employees can make pre-tax payroll deductions for medical and/or childcare expenses
•Long Term Disability at no cost to the employee
•Life & AD&D offered at no cost to the employee
•AFLAC - IMPACT offers supplemental insurance on an employee voluntary contribution basis.
•401(K) Plan - Eligibility is after six (6) months of service and 500 hours.
•Paid Time Off (PTO) begins accruing with the first day of work for employees working 20 hours or more per week. This time can be used after the initial 90-days.
•IMPACT observes (11) Holidays - New Year's Day (including New Year's Eve), Martin Luther King Jr Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day (including the day after Thanksgiving), Christmas Day (including Christmas Eve).
•Employee Assistance Program and other perks program

IMPACT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.