Designed For Joy, a faith based 501c3 nonprofit organization, providing women in crisis with stability through immediate employment and support, is looking to hire a Director of Philanthropy. Designed For Joy was established in 2017, since then, our employment programs have provided more than 43,500 hours and over $700,000 in living wages paid directly to 180 of the most vulnerable women in our community. Strong leadership, leadership with lived experiences, and a large network of community and volunteer partners have been the key to our success. Revenue has continually increased with a high of $1,450,000 in 2024.
Overview:
The Director of Philanthropy (DoP) is a key leadership team member and an active participant in making strategic decisions affecting Designed For Joy. This position will be responsible for developing a major gifts program, coordinating any future capital campaign fundraising and overseeing all other development activities.
The successful candidate will help forge new relationships to build Designed For Joy’s visibility, impact, and financial resources. The DoP also will design and implement a comprehensive plan for developing key external alliances by cultivating individual and philanthropic support. The DoP will have primary responsibility for establishing and implementing the infrastructure needed to grow a $1.6M budget through the solicitation of major gifts from individual, corporate, and foundation donors. They will expand and diversify Designed For Joy’s donor base/pipeline and work closely with other team members to secure funding for new initiatives. In addition, the DoP will work closely with the board of directors and support board members as they take on a more active fundraising role.
It is expected that the amount raised by Designed For Joy will increase in future years as the DoP systematically and effectively strengthens the organization's overall fundraising capacity.
Responsibilities
Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
We prefer candidates that have work experience and relationships in the greater Raleigh region.
Job Benefits:
At Designed For Joy, we value our employees and cultivate an atmosphere of inclusivity, diversity, and creativity. We value transparency and communication among all staff and strive to foster a community where we connect, have fun and learn together. We encourage professional development and opportunities for growth. Designed For Joy is committed and active in the communities we serve and offer opportunities to connect and volunteer.
Travel and Schedule Requirements:
The Director of Philanthropy will be required to travel for meetings, primarily in the Triangle, to meet with prospective and current donors, professional development and networking opportunities. While most weeks, this position will work a normal 8:30 am - 5:00 pm schedule Monday through Friday, a few times per year evening and weekend events will be required.
IMPORTANT APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS
Please include your salary requirements in your cover letter. Send cover letter and resume to kristen@designedforjoy.com.
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