Job details
Salary $42,000 - $52,000 a year job type full-time number of hires for this role 1
Qualifications
Fundraising: 1 year (required)
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Microsoft office: 1 year (preferred)
Full job description
Job description
Development director
Organization: page 15
Position type: full-time, salaried
Desired state date: november 2021
Reports to: executive director
Works with / supervises: program director, program coordinators, interns
Do you believe words have magical powers? so do wePage 15 is looking for a dynamic individual to join our small but mighty organizationThe development director will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the organization’s fundraising plan including researching and developing new areas of funding, cultivating donor and partner relationships, and working closely with the executive team and board of directors to successfully implement the organization’s mission.
About the organization
Page 15 transforms young lives through the power of words! since 2008, page 15’s programs inspire young people of all abilities to discover their power and potential of their own unique voice, advance critical literacy skills, and write their own futureUsing writing as the medium of self-expression, page 15 empowers students to express their creativity through journaling, poetry, and other creative writing projects in a low-stakes / high-support environment (without grades or testing).
Page 15 is the legacy of the urban think foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Supporters include drPhillips foundation, united arts of central florida, florida blue foundation, kiwanis of orlando foundation, and othersPage 15 is located in the historic neighborhood of parramore and has deep community connections with the parramore kidz zone, ocps schools, and the university of central florida.
Page 15 has 3 full-time staff members and 15 paid internship positions annually.
About the position
Key responsibilities of the position include:
Designing, implementing and overseeing all fundraising activities including individual giving, government and foundation grants, annual campaigns and fundraising events.
Provide stewardship and donor cultivation throughout the year to connect and grow the donor base.
Write and/or manage grant proposals (25+ annually) to achieve stated grant objectives, including all reporting and deliverables.
Perform a variety of administrative duties related to development and operations including managing online donor database, acknowledging donations and gifts, communicating with bookkeeper/cpa.
Develop and deepen ties with the central florida community including new and current funders, community and school partners, local governments, and families served by the program.
Engage with and support page 15 literacy programs when necessaryThis may include supporting program director and staff with occasional support.
The ideal candidate is an organized, motivated team player who can “wear multiple hats” within this small organizationEffective verbal and written communication skills are a mustCandidate must be able to work independently on a broad range of projects, as well as work collaboratively with the board, executive director, program director, other staff members, interns, outside consultants and volunteers as needed.
Development director will primarily work in an indoor office environment in downtown orlando, and occasionally offsite at special events and programsThe full-time position is offered as a flexible, hybrid-work positionTypes of flexibility that may be possible: flexible hours, an element of working from home, and compressed hours.
Minimum qualifications o
Bachelor’s degree and 5 years’ experience in nonprofit fundraising and/or administration (or equivalent combination).
Demonstrated success managing multiple projects and goals simultaneously.
Experience supervising staff, interns, and/or volunteers.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in person and in writingAt times this may include functioning as a spokesperson or presenter for the organization.
Desired qualifications
Interest in k-12 education, literary arts, and recreational reading.
Competent in microsoft office suite, constant contact (or other email editing program), quickbooks, crm software, and social media platforms preferred.
Previous involvement with nonprofit fundraising campaigns and events, including gift processing, database management, and day-to-day correspondence with donors.
Compensation
$42,000 - $52,000 annually, based on experience and qualificationsAt this time, page 15 does not offer health insuranceFlexible / hybrid-work opportunity.
Location
Page 15 offices are located at the downtown rec complex in the parramore community until 2021 after which the offices will be moved to another center in downtown orlando.
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Page 15 is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Job type: full-time
Pay: $42,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Paid time off
Schedule:
Monday to friday
Covid-19 considerations:
All current page 15 employees are vaccinated and we encourage all applicants to complete the full covid-19 vaccination schedule as recommended by the cdcAll program students are required to wear masks while at the program.
Ability to commute/relocate:
Orlando, fl 32801: reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Bachelor`s (preferred)
Experience:
Fundraising: 1 year (required)
Microsoft office: 1 year (preferred)
Work location:
One location
Work remotely:
Yes
Work location: one location
