Development Director

Kirkland, WA, United States

$3,500 - $5,000/month (20 hrs/week), depending on experience

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Organizational Overview:

Mission: Kirkland Parks & Community Foundation ignites the power of philanthropy by connecting people, ideas and resources to cultivate a healthy, vibrant, inclusive and sustainable community.

Are you looking for a new opportunity to help build Kirkland’s future? Our community is made up of 59 parks, over 92,000 people and a collection of 19 neighborhoods, each with unique personalities, from waterfront downtown Kirkland to the horse trails of Bridle Trails, to the newly-refurbished Totem Lake to bustling Juanita.

In 2015 a group of community leaders created the Kirkland Parks Foundation to build to support the excellent parks that exists in Kirkland. In 2020 the foundation added “Community” to its name and expanded its mission to include a wide array of projects in human services, education, environment, arts, culture, heritage, and business development.

KPCF grew directly from the community and has been managed by a strong, ten-member board of experienced and entrepreneurial volunteer leaders. KPCF works closely with many stakeholders to design, fund and complete successful projects to benefit all who work and live in Kirkland. We have a successful track record, raising more than $500,000 since inception, thanks to strong partnerships, impactful projects, proven innovation, and unquestioned trust. Learn more at kpcf.org .

Kirkland Parks & Community Foundation (KPCF) is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. KPCF ignites the power of philanthropy by connecting people, ideas and resources to cultivate a healthy, vibrant, inclusive and sustainable community.

Role Responsibilities:

KPCF’s first Development Director has a rare opportunity to use the springboard of an existing financial base to help take an organization with nine years of impactful work to the next level. This professional must have an established background in creating and implementing nonprofit donation strategies. Reporting to the Board through KPCF’s Executive Committee, the Development Director will focus on fundraising, donor stewardship and community engagement. The position is part-time (20 hours per week) with a salary range of $3,500 - $5,000. You'll be working in our office in downtown Kirkland, with some flexibility to work remote.

Responsibilities:

Working with the Board of Directors to create and implement a fundraising plan.

Build and maintain relationships across a wide range of community stakeholders.

Generate support materials such as grant applications, marketing collateral, and website content.

Build effective systems to drive development that can scale as the organization grows.

Communicate regularly with stakeholders via email, social media, and in-person.

Work effectively and professionally with colleagues.

Understand and fully utilize the ERP system used by the Foundation.

Play important role in budgeting process and budget management.

Candidate Qualifications:  Proven work experience in non-profit fundraising, development, or a similar role

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills to connect effectively with donors and other stakeholders across and outside the organization.

Ability to work with CRM software to track and report relationship progress.

Excellent organizational skills enabling focus on priorities and achievement of goals.

A Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus two years of relevant experience (preferred) or an A.A./High School Diploma with four years of relevant experience

Strong ties to Kirkland; a strong connection to the city will be critical to your success. Prefer current Kirkland residents.

Past success working with a Board of Directors and/or in nonprofit leadership.

Strong fundraising, marketing, and public relations experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures.

Action-oriented, entrepreneurial, adaptable, and innovative approach to planning

Ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people.

Comfortable with public speaking.

Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed

How to Apply Application Contact:

Application Deadline:

5/31/2024

Application Instructions:

To apply, submit your letter of application and resume to [email protected]. Your letter of application must include the following: 1) A letter describing how your education and experience meet the qualifications for the position, and 2) your resume.We will not acknowledge all applications. Those chosen to move forward in consideration will receive information on the next steps. This position is subject to reference checks, the completion of a background check and education verification. KPCF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. KPCF does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, sex, religion, age, gender identity or expression, medical condition, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. We encourage qualified applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply.

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