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Be Active North Carolina is hiring a new Director of Development:

POSITION: Director of Development
REPORTS TO: President/CEO
CLOSE DATE: Open Until Filled

BE ACTIVE NORTH CAROLINA, INC.

Be Active North Carolina, Inc. is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to increasing the physical activity levels and healthy lifestyles of North Carolinians through people, programs and policies. More information about Be Active North Carolina, Inc. can be found at www.beactivenc.org.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Director of Development leads all fundraising efforts including, but not limited to, foundation and government grants, corporate sponsorships, special events, merchandise sales, and has key accountability for securing the funding required for Be Active North Carolina, Inc. to plan and implement strategies that advance the mission, goals, and objectives of the organization. Specific responsibilities include promotion of the organization, execution of major fund raising events, seeking and securing federal and private grants, identifying and securing corporate sponsorships. The Director of Development will determine the appropriateness of diversifying fundraising strategies for Be Active North Carolina. In addition, the Director leads the communications, activity awareness, and policy advocacy activities of the organization. The Director of Development coordinates efforts with staff, members of the Board of Trustees, and volunteer committees to provide a comprehensive and successful resource development plan. This is a senior level position, with supervisory responsibilities, and serves as a member of the executive team.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Directs all fundraising efforts including but not limited to foundation and government grants, corporate sponsorships, and special events.
2. Directs the communications, activity awareness, and policy advocacy efforts of the organization.
3. Cultivates strategic partnerships with other health-related organizations, corporations and foundations in order to secure resources and advance the mission of Be Active North Carolina, Inc.
4. Coordinates all activities of the Campaign Cabinet, volunteers, staff and others as they relate to resource development planning and implementation.
5. Prospects for and develops relationships with until now, unidentified sources of future funding for the organization.
6. Creates and leads the resource development planning and evaluates the effectiveness and relevancy of the plan throughout the year.
7. Provides training in principles and techniques of fundraising for Board members, volunteers, and staff.
8. Orchestrates the availability and contributions of various members of Be Active North Carolina, Inc. staff in order to leverage their contribution to the general fundraising efforts.
9. Schedules and coordinates all meetings, working committees, cultivation events, and any other meetings and events related to the resource development.
10. Prepares all resource development materials and correspondence, including proposals, grant submissions, donor appreciations, general files and correspondence, and follow-up materials. Maintains all records such as communications, meetings, and call reports between all solicitors (internal and external) and donors.
11. Investigates and recommends the best and most efficient fundraising software available for the purposes of the organization. Also, ensures that the staff is properly trained to maximize the effectiveness of the software.
12. Conducts research to compile profile information on individual, corporate, foundation and other prospects.
13. Maintains and updates a calendar of scheduled activities, and sends weekly reports to key individuals, consultants, and solicitors.
14. Develops and collects development-related materials including on-line research, queries, newspaper articles on potential donors, etc.
15. Supervises employees with various focuses including development, policy, special events, and communications.

HIRING REQUIREMENTS

A minimum of five years of resource development and public relations experience is required. Proven success in resource development. Extensive training, certifications, and/or degrees, or equivalent experience, earned in associated professional areas. Practical experience is required in program management, grant writing, grant management; and budgeting/budget management. A depth of knowledge and relevant experience specifically relating to physical activity and health is preferred. Incumbent should be extremely organized, able to multi-task on various high-level projects, and capable of successfully executing details to fit the “big picture”. Must have proven negotiating skills and the ability to proactively identify opportunities and resolve issues. Excellent management/supervisory skills, organizational, planning, interpersonal, problem solving, leadership and oral and written and communication skills are mandatory. To be successful in this position, it is essential to have the ability to represent the organization and communicate effectively with various audiences. Must be flexible, creative, self-starting, team oriented and have sound judgment and decision-making skills. Demonstrated creative aptitude is essential. Must be able to work efficiently and effectively in a fast paced environment with the ability to manage competing priorities. Proficiency with a major fundraising software package is strongly preferred.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Salary is commensurate with experience. In addition, Be Active North Carolina, Inc. provides a very generous benefits package, including employer paid health and dental insurance, matching contributions to a retirement savings plan, and paid time off. The work setting is professional, within an informal and pleasant work environment.

SEND RESUME AND A COVER LETTER TO:

Be Active North Carolina, Inc.
Attn: Chris Manack-Stover
1600 Perimeter Park Drive
Suite 125
Morrisville, NC 27560
Phone 919-287-7005
Fax 919-287-7001
Or email to: chris@beactivenc.org