Location: Hybrid *Role is mainly remote, onsite only when required.
About Our Organization: We are a devoted non-profit organization that provides basketball-focused programs and technology access to underserved youth, primarily in minority communities.
Opportunity Overview: We seek a dedicated and dynamic Volunteer Fundraising Director to join our team. This role involves strategic planning and implementation of all fundraising activities to ensure our organization's financial sustainability and growth.
The suitable candidate will have a solid background in non-profit fundraising and leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute fundraising strategies and initiatives per the organization's objectives and goals.
- Engage with current and prospective donors, cultivating lasting relationships.
- Collaborate and partner with our Social Media Marketing Team and Google Ads Manager to align fundraising and marketing strategies.
- Facilitate fundraising events and initiatives, ensuring they are successful and meet targets.
- Keep meticulous records of fundraising activities, donations, and outcomes.
- Regular communication with stakeholders, offering updates, handling inquiries, and acknowledging contributions.
Qualifications:
- Extensive experience in fundraising within the non-profit sector
- Experience in working in a lead or leadership role
- Experience in non-profit leadership and non-profit start-up and capacity-building is highly desirable
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Strong understanding of fundraising strategies and donor relations.
- Familiarity with digital marketing channels and SEO strategies.
- Proven ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
Skills:
- Excellent strategic planning and organizational skills.
- Superior interpersonal and networking abilities.
- Strong ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
- Self-starter, capable of working independently as well as part of a team.
By serving in this volunteer role, you will gain invaluable experience in non-profit fundraising, network with industry professionals, and directly influence the lives of the youth we serve. Though the position is unpaid, the reward of contributing to a meaningful cause and facilitating the growth of our organization is priceless.
