Development Director

Phoenix House, a non-profit organization, is the nation’s foremost provider of comprehensive, alcohol and substance abuse treatment for adults and adolescents. Since 1967, more than 100,000 drug-troubled individuals have received treatment at our adult residential centers, our adolescent Phoenix Academies, outpatient and day programs, and programs in prisons, drug courts, and homeless shelters.
www.phoenixhouse.org

Director of Development is in charge of fundraising; oversees and coordinates all activities pertaining to the identification, cultivation and solicitation of major gifts from individual and corporate donors and all other activities appropriate to maintain strong, positive relationships with current and prospective donors and the achievement of fundraising goals. Areas of responsibility include corporate and sponsorship development, major gifts, special events, direct mail, planned giving and donor relations. The person will also coordinate public relations efforts and work closely with those who oversee foundation giving and grant writing.

Requirements:

BA required; Masters degree preferred

Experience: Minimum 10 years in nonprofit development, at least five of which have been in direct solicitation. Familiarity with fundraising principles and practices including annual giving, direct mail and planned giving. Excellent time management, organizational, and analytical and problem-solving skills. Must have excellent listening and observation skills, and be articulate, persuasive, and persistent. Knowledge of Raisers Edge a plus.