Men Can Stop Rape, Inc. (MCSR), a Washington, DC-based organization that mobilizes young men to find and use their strength in creating cultures free from violence, especially men’s violence against women, seeks a Director of Development.
As a rapidly growing organization with a stellar regional, national and international reputation, MCSR serves thousands each year with its Men of Strength (MOST) Club youth programming, Strength Mediaworks public education materials, Strength Trainings for professionals, and Campus Strength program for college activists. The Director of Development position offers an exciting opportunity for an ambitious development professional to advance MCSR’s mission while building a track record of increasing responsibility.
The Director of Development will work closely with the President & CEO to develop and implement a 3-5 year strategic development plan that will:
maximize revenue from foundations, government, individuals and corporations; establish development operations processes and procedures that ensure compliance with grant agreements. The Director of Development will tailor communications with key audiences and represent MCSR to the public, serving as an effective spokesperson and ambassador for the organization. This position works closely with MCSR Board of Directors to identify opportunities to expand outreach and meet development targets. The Director will also be supervising a Development Associate.
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
Donor Development
-Develop targeted communication and solicitation strategies for key segments of individual donors
-Manage annual giving campaign
-Develop organizational capacity to solicit and cultivate major donors
Foundations
-Design philanthropic sector strategy including the identification of new, major philanthropic partners
-Develop major philanthropic solicitations
-Maintain philanthropic communications and relationships
Government
-Design governmental sector strategy
-Identify local, state and federal government RFP’s
-Produce successful competitive government applications
Corporate
-Design Corporate Sector strategy
-Develop major corporate partnerships and sponsorships
-Increase annual corporate giving
QUALIFICATIONS
4-6 years of development experience; track record of meeting revenue targets and managing expenses; strong attention to detail; exceptional interpersonal, verbal and writing skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment; a commitment to the mission of MCSR. Experience with Raiser’s Edge a plus.
SALARY & BENEFITS
Salary commensurate with experience. Comprehensive benefits include vacation, sick, personal, holiday pay, medical, dental, vision, and a 403(b) retirement plan.
HOW TO APPLY:
Send resume, cover letter, and salary requirements to Stephen Glaude at sglaude@mencanstoprape.org
Equal Opportunity
MCSR is an equal opportunity employer. MCSR does not discriminate against others or tolerate discrimination against others by its employees on the basis of race, ethnicity, sex, gender, national origin, appearance, veteran status, sexual orientation, class, or physical ability.
