Director of Development

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Director of Development

Responsible for establishing, maintaining and continually expanding a diverse development program that includes major donors, corporations, foundations, direct mail and planned giving under the direction of the Executive Director. Responsible for developing, implanting and expanding the fundraising activities of the Agency and works to develop and cultivate a strong donor base that will guarantee the Agency’s financial independence, stability and future growth.

Must have a minimum of a Bachelor degree, 5+ years experience in development with
fundraising, and/or grant writing skills required, proven track record of raising over
$3 million per year through direct mail, foundations, corporations and planned giving (no
government money) and 5+ years experience supervising development team/department
PC/Computer literacy with working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Raiser’s Edge required.

Salary commensurate w/exp + excellent benefits.

Please send resume to: Attn: HR. CHM, 2959 Martin Luther King Blvd, Detroit, MI 48208. Fax: 313-463-2222. Email: dherndon@covenanthouse.org. No phone calls please. Serious & qualified candidates only please. EOE

General Requirements

Minimum Education

Bachelor degree

Experience

see above

Physical

Essential skills and abilities:
1) Ability to effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with both internal and external individuals and/or businesses
2) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, representatives of other agencies and the public.
3) Ability to work primarily at desk/computer for approximately 8 hours per day.
4) Ability to handle multiple tasks and projects.
5) Ability to lift and move items typically weighing up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities will include: