Description
The Washington Office on Latin America (WOLA) is seeking a Director of Development and
Philanthropic Outreach to head an
aggressive fundraising program designed to help the organization carry out its mission:
to promote human rights, democracy, and social justice by working with partners
in Latin America and the Caribbean to shape policies in the United States and
abroad. Founded in 1974, WOLA plays a leading role in Washington
policy debates about Latin America. It also
works closely with civil society organizations and government officials
throughout the hemisphere. WOLA’s Washington office has a
paid staff of eighteen, plus seven interns and six fellows.
The Development Director leads a team to raise WOLA’s
$2 million annual budget from foundations, individuals, and other private
sources. The Development Team also includes the Executive Director, Program
Director, Development Manager, a half-time Development Assistant, with
assistance from board members.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.
With the Executive Director, develop and implement
fundraising strategies to secure philanthropic support for WOLA’s priorities and lead in the creation of new
strategic fundraising initiatives to increase the organization’s funding base.
2.
Develop and execute fundraising plans and monitor progress,
providing strategic leadership for the Development Team.
3.
The Director will be primarily responsible for advancing WOLA’s major gifts program ($5000 and above). This includes working with the WOLA Board of Directors and staff to identify,
research, and qualify new donor prospects; creating customized strategies and
activities to cultivate donors and prospects; and preparing and guiding the Executive
Director or board members through asks. This position is highly relational and
the Director is expected to spend a significant percentage of his or her time communicating
with our major donors and prospects in face-to-face meetings, on the phone, by email,
etc. The job requires working with the Communications Department to develop targeted
messaging strategies for WOLA’s
donors through letters, publications, presentations, and online materials.
4.
Oversee foundation grants program to ensure that it meets
annual targets. Supervise program and
fundraising staff on framing programs for solicitation, writing, reviewing, and
editing proposals and reports, and maintaining contact with foundation program
officers.
5.
Plan and oversee all aspects of WOLA’s
annual fundraising gala.
6.
Supervise the Development Manager and the half-time
Development Assistant.
7.
Make strategic use of the Board Development Committee and maintain
regular contact with its Chair; manage and help lead committee meetings.
8.
Oversee direct mail initiatives and small donor events.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1.
Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of fundraising and major
gifts experience, including substantive experience with individual donor
solicitation and demonstrated ability to manage a large portfolio of high-level
donors through the cultivation and ask process.
2.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines
is essential.
3.
Strong interpersonal, leadership, writing, and communication
skills.
4.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
5.
Demonstrated management experience, including staff
supervision, and a commitment to ensuring the professional growth of
supervisees.
6.
Ability to coordinate many high-level relationships at once,
including members of the Board of Directors and WOLA executive staff, as a part
of a strategic major gifts growth plan.
7.
Commitment to human rights and social justice.
8.
Knowledge of Spanish and Latin America
helpful.
SALARY:
Commensurate with experience. Full
health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance; four weeks
annual vacation.
TO
APPLY: Please send a cover
letter, resume, salary history, and a list of three references with daytime
telephone numbers and email addresses to Employment@wola.org
DEADLINE AND
PREFERRED STARTING DATE: ASAP, applications
will be reviewed upon receipt.
- No phone calls please-
WOLA encourages application by minority candidates and is an equal
opportunity employer.