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About the Role

Buffalo City Mission is seeking a Sr. Director of Development to serve across its Buffalo, NY locations. This role is integral to furthering the organization's mission of serving individuals facing barriers to stability.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive, multi-year fundraising strategy aligned with the organization's strategic plan and financial goals.
Serve as a key external representative and spokesperson for The Buffalo City Mission building and nurturing relationships with donors, partners, community leaders, and other stakeholders.
Establish annual and long-term fundraising goals and metrics, track progress and provide regular reports to the CEO and Board of Directors.
Stay abreast of current trends and best practices in philanthropy and fundraising, incorporating innovative approaches into the organization's development efforts.
Develop and manage the Development department budget, ensuring efficient and effective resource allocation.
Represent the organization at external events, conferences, and meetings to raise awareness and cultivate potential donors and partners.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with high-capacity individual donors to secure significant major gifts.
Develop and implement strategies to grow and sustain a robust base of individual donors through annual appeals, online giving, and other initiatives.
Identify, cultivate, and solicit partnerships with corporations to secure sponsorships, grants, and in-kind donations.
Provide strategic direction and oversight for fundraising events, ensuring they are well-planned, executed, and achieve fundraising goals.
Implement and manage strategies to cultivate strong relationships with existing donors, maximizing donor loyalty and increasing lifetime giving.
Develop and implement a planned giving program to encourage and secure legacy gifts.
Provide strategic leadership and direction to the Volunteer Services department, ensuring alignment with organizational needs and development efforts.
Collaborate with the Volunteer Services Manager to develop and implement effective volunteer recruitment, training, and engagement strategies.
Foster a culture of appreciation and recognition for volunteers.
Explore opportunities to integrate volunteer engagement into fundraising initiatives.
Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and mentor a high-performing Development team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.
Set clear performance expectations, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations for direct reports.
Promote effective communication and collaboration within the Development team and across other organizational departments.
Collaborate with the Finance department to ensure accurate financial reporting and reconciliation of donations.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in fundraising and development, with a proven track record of success in securing significant gifts across multiple fundraising channels.
In the midst of a mature walk with Jesus Christ.
Demonstrated experience in leading and managing a comprehensive development program and a high-performing team.
Strong understanding of philanthropic principles, donor cultivation and stewardship practices, and fundraising best practices.
Proven ability to develop and implement successful fundraising strategies and achieve ambitious goals.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to articulate the organization's mission and impact persuasively.
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to effectively engage with donors, board members, volunteers, and staff.
Proficiency in using donor database software and other fundraising technology.
Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Understanding of and commitment to the mission and values of The Buffalo City Mission.

Skills

Fundraising strategy development
External representation
Donor relations
Major gifts cultivation
Individual giving strategies
Corporate partnerships
Event management
Donor retention
Planned giving
Volunteer services oversight
Team leadership and management
Budget management
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Relationship building
Donor database software proficiency
Organizational skills
Project management

Location

Buffalo, NY

Work Type

Full-time
Onsite

Experience Level

5+ years of progressive experience in fundraising and development

Education Level

Bachelor's degree
Master's degree preferred

Salary/Compensations

$70,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits

Medical coverage with a single-high premium paid in full by the employer
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Vision coverage
Employer-paid life insurance
Supplemental insurance options

About the Company

Rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Buffalo City Mission is a community united by faith, compassion, and a shared commitment to changing lives.
We believe everyone deserves a second chance and witness lives transformed through the power of grace, love, and hope.
Our mission is to serve men, women, and families facing barriers to stability, offering shelter, support, and the opportunity to rebuild their lives with dignity and purpose.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone has the chance to thrive.