Job Summary
The Director of Development plays a crucial role in spearheading fundraising initiatives through various channels, including individual, institutional, and corporate sources, aimed at enhancing school-based programs. This position is vital for establishing a structured development operation while managing donor relationships and leading grant strategy efforts.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and lead fundraising initiatives across diverse sectors to ensure robust support for school programming.
- Develop and implement strategies for donor cultivation and relationship management.
- Manage and maintain donor portfolios effectively to optimize funding opportunities.
- Supervise grant strategy and processes to secure necessary funding from relevant sources.
- Enhance the development operation to achieve consistent fundraising success.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising with demonstrated success in donor engagement.
- Proven ability to cultivate relationships with various stakeholders and manage fundraising staff.
- Exceptional written communication abilities.
- Familiarity with the education funding landscape specific to Los Angeles.
Inner Spark Learning Lab provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
