Director of Development
Magdalena House is a transitional neighborhood of homes in San Antonio that serves mothers and their children who have fled dangerous and abusive lives by providing transformation through education, nurturing community, and programming. We provide free, safe transitional homes and loving community for those affected by family violence and human trafficking, those working with CPS, as well as mothers facing homelessness. Families’ basic needs are met, and unique programming is designed to foster self-awareness and empowerment. Mothers are required to attend school by taking college, high school or GED classes. Through these and other enrichment courses and events, mothers living at Magdalena House develop the social, educational, and financial skills needed to ensure the physical, economic, and spiritual well-being of themselves and their children. www.maghouse.org
We are seeking a motivated, creative, self-starter to oversee donor cultivation, major gift efforts, fundraising, (including volunteer leadership), social media and professional growth of development staff. The Director of Development is responsible for expanding and diversifying the organization’s base of support annually. The Director oversees activities related to fundraising, including the annual fund, special events, third-party events, and appeals. The position is responsible for donor database, donor acknowledgement, marketing and communications, including social media/website, and advertising campaigns. They report to the Executive Director and are a member of the MH Executive Team, and they lead and supervise the development team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising
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Assist Executive Director and board committee in creation of Annual Fund strategies and calendar.
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Ensure the ongoing growth of a robust donor program. Cultivate intentional major donor relationships with existing and new donors.
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Maintain and analyze donor information using donor management software (Donor Perfect).
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Organize and execute donor and volunteer recognition events and acknowledgements
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Plan and execute annual Gala with about 600 attendees. Secure sponsorships, recruit volunteers, solicit auction packages, and ensure smooth donor experience.
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Plan and execute smaller spring fundraiser.
Communications & Marketing
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Oversee fundraising materials (printed and e-versions) including but not limited to annual report, promotional materials, email campaigns and e-newsletters, event promotions, and website.
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Oversee production of print and AV materials for Annual Fund and other special events.
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Create and expand Legacy Giving campaign.
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Support volunteers/contractors in marketing and communication materials.
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Oversee integrity of information and/or execute and maintain social media sites.
Community Relationships and Awareness
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Provide introductions for the Executive Director to create and cultivate community relationships and stakeholders.
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Identify potential donors, strengthen relationships with current donors, and execute personalized outreach to foster sustained philanthropic support for Magdalena House
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Facilitate quarterly “taco breakfast” tours with potential donors.
Supervision, Support, and Collaboration with Magdalena House Staff
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Supervise Development Coordinator
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Provide regular communication to staff and supervisor on any job-related issues, deadlines, event, or conflicts.
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Schedule and attend regular weekly meetings with development staff as well as with the Executive Director to keep on task with approaching deadlines, upcoming events/meetings and any other pertinent information.
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Help Development coordinator recruit and manage gala committee.
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As needed, recruit, hire, train, evaluate, and supervise development staff and volunteers.
REQUIREMENTS
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Committed to a life of faith and a passion to work for the good of mothers and children
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Bachelor’s Degree in a related field such as marketing, business, or journalism.
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3-4 years’ experience in the non-profit Development field or equivalent.
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Ability to develop and empower a team and serve in an executive leadership role.
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Demonstrated success in fundraising, including managing, expanding and cultivating donor relationships to increase financial support of organization.
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Familiarity of legalities surrounding non-profit fundraising activities.
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Knowledge of social media and web-based communications.
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Demonstrated experience with public speaking and writing skills.
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Experience in coordination of large events and volunteer development.
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Impeccable organization and time-management skills
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Proficiency in Microsoft 365/database software (Donor Perfect & Givesmart a plus).
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Available to work occasional nights/weekends to manage events.
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Knowledge of the local community.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Ability to work independently and on a team
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Ability to maintain the privacy and confidentiality of our residents.
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Ability to carry 35 pounds.
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Ability to drive the MH vehicles to transport residents if emergency occurs.
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Ability to be drug and alcohol-free and respect a smoke-free environment.
To apply for this position, please email sbullock@maghouse.org your résumé, letter of interest and a list of three references. Please indicate the name of the position for which you are applying in the subject line of your email.
