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Development Director
he Development Director is responsible for increasing the capacity of Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County to fulfill its mission of building simple, decent, affordable housing. In addition to managing existing fundraising activities, the Director will develop and implement strategies to generate significant additional revenues by identifying new sources of support to assure the affiliate’s long-term financial security. As a senior member of the staff, the Director will be responsible for meeting the fundraising goals and objectives established in quarterly goal setting and benchmarking sessions with the Executive Director and will play a key role in the organization’s ability to meet long range strategic goals.

Scope of Responsibilities

• Develop and implement both short and long-term fundraising plans to meet the operating and program needs of the organization as determined by the Board and Executive Director.
• Work with the Board of Directors and the Executive Director to strategically engage them in all appropriate aspects of donor identification, cultivation and solicitation.
• Leverage established relationships with Board members, donors, volunteers and colleagues to maximize the organization’s existing long-term relationships and identify new sources of funding.
• Develop strategies to identify, research and solicit potential new sources of support in the community.
• Actively research and develop prospects, assess giving potential, recommend target ask amounts and develop strategies for annual gifts. First year revenue goal is expected to be over $500,000.
• Support or conduct face-to-face visits and solicitations with major gift donors and prospects.
• Manage all donor appeals, including those that are outsourced (direct mail).
• Manage donor and prospect database to assure that it is current and accurate. Provide analysis of all reporting associated with fundraising efforts.
• Establish and ensure appropriate procedures for donor recognition and stewardship.
• Ensure ethical handling of confidential donor and prospect information and maintain the highest ethical standards at all times.
• Provide income and expense projections for inclusion in organizational budget.
• Prepare brochures and other materials for promoting mission to prospective donors.
• Coordinate donor-related activities and recognition with other departments as necessary.

Qualifications
We are looking for a highly motivated, energetic, results-oriented team member who will share our commitment to Habitat for Humanity' vision. The Development Director will report to the Executive Director and work with our Board of Directors, senior management and volunteers to support our mission.

• Bachelor’s degree required; minimum five years fundraising experience preferred
• Excellent writing and communications skills
• Demonstrated success soliciting major gifts ($10,000+); must have high level of comfort with direct donor solicitation including discussions of personal finances and making the ask
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, database management and donor research systems

How to apply
Send cover letter, resume and one-page writing sample to Linda Andrews at l.andrews@habitat.org with the subject line “Director of Development."

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Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County is an equal opportunity employer. It is our strong belief that equal opportunity for all employees is central to the continuing success of our organization.

It is the policy of this organization to afford equal opportunity in all aspects of employment to all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, physical disabilities, political affiliation, color, marital status, or medical condition. This policy shall apply to all employees, applicants for employment, board and committee members, and volunteers and extends to all phases of employment, including recruitment, screening, referral, hiring, training, promotion, discharge or layoff, rehiring, compensation, and benefits.