Director of Development
Director of Development
Key Responsibilities: This position is responsible for overseeing the strategy and implementation of multi-faceted fundraising efforts, creating revenue to support the growth of the Ugandan Water Project over time. This role sets the direction for and collaborates closely with the Development team. The Director of Development directly oversees the Development Coordinator and an external Marketing Contractor to amplify UWPs fundraising efforts and effectively mobilize UWPs donors through compelling media and messaging. Fundraising (60%): Working across the spectrum of demographics, creating a robust donor strategy, and implementing the yearly fundraising plan that supports current operations and continues to fuel expansion efforts over time. The Ugandan Water Project has a $2M annual budget for the coming year with the goal of reaching $4M by 2027. The Director of Development will: Develop the pipeline for high-potential, mission-aligned major donors and corporate partners.
Identify, cultivate, and solicit major donors, specifically focusing on multi-year, five and six-figure gifts.Grow membership in our giving circle, The Tide.
Own the strategy and oversee the execution of all fundraising efforts, including all revenue streams.
Refi ne or create systems to support powerful fundraising efforts, including oversight for maintaining philanthropy data system (Salesforce) functionality.
Leadership and Strategy (10%): We are looking for a leader who can identify opportunities to magnify the impact of our fundraising and communications. This high-level role sits on our leadership team to develop strategy, innovate solutions, and participate in periodic roadmap meetings to develop/refi ne UWPs Strategic Plan.
Be a key member of the leadership team to guide strategy, implementation, and collaboration between staff.Collaborate with the Program team and Operations team, and an external marketing contractor to advise on areas of impact/positioning that would contribute to UWPs revenue development.
Engage with the Board of Directors in their role as fundraisers for the organization.
External Relations (10%): Working with the leadership team and an external Marketing Contractor, create and leverage opportunities to authentically and strategically engage with funding partners.
Attend conferences or events where current or prospective funding partners are present.
Develop opportunities to partner with our funding partners on things such as co-presenting at events, soliciting input for strategic initiatives, developing engagement activities with partner employees or stakeholders, and offering ambassador trips to Uganda, among other activities.
With CEO/Founder, look for opportunities to build strategic partnerships with like-minded organizations to enhance the image, visibility, and credibility of UWP.Contribute to the sector influencing effort, together with the CEO/Founder and leadership team.
Management (20%): This role will directly manage the Development Coordinator and an external Marketing Contractor, and is responsible for the work output.
Required Skills/Qualifi cations:5+ years of development experience with increasing responsibility, tangible positive results, and a proven track record of building a successful major gifts or corporate partner pipeline.
2+ years of people management.
Demonstrated fl uency with authentic relationship development and moves management.
Outstanding communication skills and the ability to represent the organization in person, on screen, and in writing.
Travel: Travel for meetings with current and prospective partners, travel to the US Offi ce for major fundraising events, and travel to Uganda is expected.