OPEN POSITION(S):
EBA Development Director
The Development Director will lead Every Body Athletics’ fundraising efforts to support organizational growth, program expansion, and long-term sustainability. This role will cultivate relationships with individual donors, corporations, and foundations. The Development Director will oversee major gifts, lead the EBA Development Team, and play a key role in the organization’s annual fundraising event. The Development Director will work closely with the EBA Executive Director to advance strategic priorities, strengthen organizational capacity, and enable EBA to serve more adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
A passion for inclusion and acceptance are critical qualities, as are positive interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills.
General Roles and Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to achieve annual revenue goals.
Cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors across all giving levels to ensure long-term giving
Designing and overseeing various fundraising initiatives, including major donor cultivation, corporate and foundation relations, and capital campaigns
Manage elements of annual fundraising event, including pre-event cultivation, event execution, and post-event follow-up
Manage donor database and ensure accurate tracking and reporting of contributions and engagement
Work with the Executive Director to identify and manage foundation grants and other funding opportunities
Provide leadership and mentorship to development staff and volunteers, ensuring efficient and effective operations
Enhancing the organization's public image and ensuring its story is effectively communicated to potential supporters
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or a combination of relevant experience, education, and training
Minimum three years of development experience (or equivalent)
Strong communication, relationship building, and organizational skills
General Information
Position Type: Development Director
FTE/Salary Level: 1.0 FTE, $90,000/yr. starting salary
Benefits: Health insurance, SIMPLE IRA 3% company match, paid vacation and holidays
Reports To: EBA Executive Director
