Description

LEAP is dedicated to enhancing and enriching the lives of people around the world by providing free specialized medical and surgical services inspired by the love of Christ. 

Founded in 1991 by Dr. Craig Hobar, LEAP provides medical care to children, primarily, who have no other options. We send teams of highly-skilled medical professionals around the world to provide care in a variety of specialties, including reconstructive plastic and craniofacial surgery, ophthalmology, hand surgery, speech therapy, and dentistry and orthodontics. Our services are provided at no cost to our patients and their families. Through our programs, LEAP volunteers give their time and expertise, show unconditional love, and humbly serve humanity. 

POSITION SUMMARY 

LEAP is expanding their team and in search of the organization’s Development Director. 

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Development will contribute to the overall mission of LEAP by designing the organization’s development program and operations, executing the fundraising plan to meet fundraising goals, and visioning and planning for development program and operations growth. 

This position leads all existing giving activities including major gifts, events, and grants. The Director of Development is responsible for the development of additional revenue streams to drive sustainable growth aligned with LEAP’s strategic plan. 

The person hired for this position will be required to execute on existing fundraising opportunities as well as develop a vision and plan for a robust, professional development operation. This position requires a fundraiser and manager who is excited about building a program from scratch, creating systems, and creating and executing on a vision that expands LEAP’s impact. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

The Director of Development is a full-time leadership position and will be responsible for maintaining and expanding LEAP’s development program. The detailed responsibilities of this position include the following: 

Fundraising
 Develop and implement a multi-channel fundraising plan to include major fits, events, grants with monetary goals and a regular reporting cadence 
 With the CEO, plan and implement the fundraising plan using a comprehensive moves management program 
 Analyze donor data, campaign performance, and philanthropic trends to inform strategy adjustments and drive continuous improvement and innovation 
 Develop and implement funding strategies to meet short-term and long-term financial needs 
 Maintain and expand the donor database to maximize fundraising strategies and goals 
 Manage, nurture, and cultivate current donor and funder relationships and resolicitation plans 
 Identify prospective donors and funders and solicit funds as appropriate 
 Train and lead other staff and volunteers to support fundraising efforts 

Event Planning 
 Schedule, plan, and oversee fundraising events in accordance with the annual fundraising plan 
 Recruit and organize key volunteers to manage the detailed planning and execution of individual events 
 Solicit sponsorships and/or underwriting of the planned events 
 Ensure LEAP’s mission and culture is consistently maintained in all public events and social media 
 Communicate event plans and progress within the organization itself, including the leadership team, staff, and key volunteers as needed 
 Conduct post-event follow up with donors, prospects, and volunteers 
 Evaluate the effectiveness of all events and provide input and direction on future planning 

Operations 
 Develop data management system and process including the identification of fundraising software tools 
 Manage special communications with major donors and Board of Directors, e.g., birthday notes, congratulatory/sympathy notes, holiday cards, etc. 
 Manage the acknowledgement of all gifts and in-kind donations 
 Lead vision and hiring for development department growth Organizational Leadership
 Plan and execute meetings with Board and leadership to share progress to goal updates 
 Support communications and marketing development with the fundraising lens 
 Partner with finance to match fundraising plans to organizational budget 

SALARY/BENEFITS: 
 Full-Time; Exempt position 
 Salary commensurate with experience and other qualifications 
 Range: $100,000 - $135,000 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 
 Richardson office available 
 Remote position, must be based in Texas 
 Travel required for donor meetings and other organizational meetings 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 

To apply, send your cover letter and resume to Cristina Ayala, Hiring Consultant, at [email protected] with the subject line “LEAP Development Director.” 

This job posting is not intended to be all inclusive. LEAP reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. 

LEAP is committed to diversity among staff and recognizes that continued success requires the highest commitment to obtaining and retaining a diverse staff that provides the best quality services to supporters and constituents. LEAP is an equal opportunity employer and it is standard policy to recruit, hire, train, promote and administer any and all personnel actions without regard to sex, race, age, color, creed, national origin, religion, economic status, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity or expression, ethnic identity, physical disability, or any other legally protected basis. LEAP will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination and such conduct is strictly prohibited. 

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS 

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications: 
 Undergraduate degree or higher 
 At least four years of nonprofit fundraising experience 
 Proven track record meeting fundraising goals and executing fundraising plans/strategies 
 Documented direct major donor experience 
 Spiritual maturity and understanding of community and mission service 
 Interest in and enthusiasm for LEAP vision/mission 
 Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, including both oral and written communications 
 Strong organizational skills and attention to detail 
 Self-motivated with ability to work well under pressure, handle several projects at once, ability to problem-solve, prioritize, and make decisions 
 Effective team player with relationship-building skills 
 Positive attitude and affinity for working with people 
 Professional appearance and demeanor 
 Social media knowledge and skills, including Facebook and Instagram 
 Solid technological skills, including proficiency with Apple products, Microsoft Office proficiency, G Suite, and fundraising databases 
 Ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evening and weekend events/appointments as needed