Development Director
The Development Director will be responsible for leading the creation and execution of all fundraising, marketing, and development-related communications for Crafting the Future. This will be the first full-time and paid Development position with Crafting the Future, and will work closely with the co-founders and part-time team to create culture, infrastructure, and strategy for the organization.
CTF has been operating with part-time staff and volunteers and aspires to build a solid Development department from the ground up. The successful candidate will work closely with the Executive Director and the Board to create a holistic fundraising strategy to identify and develop relationships with mission-aligned funders, cultivate donors, and expand all fundraising and grant-writing efforts.
Development Strategy and Operations
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Create and implement a fundraising strategy to support the programs and general operating expenses for an organization with an annual budget of $500,000- $750,000 with plans to increase capacity.
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Determine development goals, set timelines, track, and report on progress.
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Identify, cultivate, expand, and renew grants, sponsorships, and other contributions from institutional partners.
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Research and identify prospects for all potential funding sources, including government, foundations, corporations, and individuals.
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Develop and institute a philosophy and strategy for donor cultivation and stewardship.
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Create and oversee systems for data management, including providing support and training for team members utilizing the related tools and systems (i.e. managing grant portal submissions).
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Plan, organize, and supervise special fundraising events and campaigns, building on the crowd-funding and artist-led campaigns for which CTF has a history.
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Generate, edit, approve, and distribute all proposals, correspondence, and appeal letters to funding sources.
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Ensure all compliance and reporting protocols are met and provide required reports and other information to stakeholders including funding partners.
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Work with the Director to manage the receipt and deposit of checks and related correspondence. Ensure all contributions are accurately recorded, acknowledged, and stewarded in a timely manner.
Team Leadership and Administration
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Supervise, delegate to, collaborate with, mentor, and advise staff that work with development
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Identify the scope of work, delegate responsibilities, and provide guidance to CTF staff and volunteers
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Hire and manage any third-party consultants engaged in development projects
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Attend interdepartmental meetings of senior staff and conduct regular updates or meetings regarding development goals
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Maintain a development calendar to prioritize fundraising deadlines and communicate responsibilities and progress with staff.
Board Engagement
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Build strong relationships with the Board of Trustees and supporters
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Inspire and support the Board of Trustees to serve as active ambassadors and fundraisers for CTF
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Establish and lead the Development committee of the Board of Trustees
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Provide support for CTF's Nominating & Governance and Development Committees, including:
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Assist in running board committee meetings (drafting agendas and materials, providing action items);
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Compiling and presenting quarterly development reports for Board meetings; and attending full Board meetings.
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Budget & Finance
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Consult with the Executive Director, Board President, and Finance Consultant on the annual budget and assist in the preparation of all project budgets
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Work with finance and accounting to monitor, update, and report on monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue projections.
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Present fundraising updates and projections to the Board of Trustees at quarterly meetings.
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Alignment with Crafting the Future’s mission of connecting BIPOC artists with opportunities that will help them thrive.
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A resident of the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area preferred
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Minimum five years of experience in Development/Fundraising, including prior leadership experience in a non-profit organization; familiarity with arts and culture organizations preferred
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Experience in successfully raising 6-figure or larger gifts.
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Demonstrated knowledge of local, state, and national fundraising community and related opportunities
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Financial management skills including budgeting and grants management
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Experience with Microsoft Suite, Google Workspace, Asana, and CRM systems
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Superior writing, editing, and communication skills
Desired Competencies, Skills, and Abilities
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An appreciation for and connection to the arts
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The desire to work in a collaborative environment
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A personal and professional commitment to principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion
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Initiative, resourcefulness, and a creative approach to problem-solving
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Well-organized with strong attention to detail
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Self-starter excited by the opportunity to work with a growing organization and build infrastructure from the ground up.
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Hybrid, remote-first work environment with at least one in-office day per week at our downtown LA studio space.
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Salary range: $70,000 - $90,000 per year, based on experience
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Benefits Package includes:
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Healthcare Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA): Up to $600 per month for qualified medical expenses.
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Paid Time Off (PTO): 20 days per year.
Please submit your application at https://apply.workable.com/work-in-progress-consulting/j/9112B19AA1/
Please tell us more about your interest in the role at Crafting the Future, and include a brief cover letter outlining why you think you’d be a good fit for this role along with your resume submission.
Work In Progress is a consulting firm carrying out the hiring process in collaboration with CTF. If you require accommodations or assistance with either the application or interview process, please contact Work in Progress via email at [email protected].