Development Director – America SCORES New England – Jamaica Plain, MA

AMERICA SCORES BOSTON
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

OVERVIEW

America SCORES Boston is seeking an experienced Development Director to lead its fundraising efforts. The Development Director will report to the Chief Operating Officer and work closely with the Executive Director on Major Donor initiatives and fundraising strategy. The Development Director will also manage the organization’s development staff (Foundation Manager/Grant Writer and Events Coordinator/Development Associate). We are building on two years of strong growth during which we doubled the number of students we serve on an annual basis and plan to significantly expand our reach over the next five years.

ORGANIZATION SUMMARY

Mission: To inspire Boston youth to lead healthy lives, be engaged students, and have the confidence and character to make a difference in the world.

America SCORES was founded in 1994 by a Washington, D.C. Public School teacher who used team-based soccer and enrichment programs to motivate her students to achieve their goals on the field and in the classroom. America SCORES Boston was incorporated in Massachusetts in 1999 as America SCORES’s first affiliate. America SCORES Boston has grown during its 16-year history to become one of the largest after-school programs operating in the Boston Public School District – growing from 4 sites serving 100 students during its first year of operation to nearly 40 sites serving over 1,400 students in neighborhoods across Boston today. We offer an innovative blend of programs that foster the development of the whole child – as a student, an athlete, and a caring, confident, & engaged member of the community. For more information, please visit AmericaSCORESBoston.org.

Position Description

America SCORES Boston enjoys a diverse revenue stream including support from individuals, corporations, foundations and government sources. The Development Director will define, refine and implement our strategy; cultivate donors; expand private foundation, government and corporate support; guide and support special events; and provide overall leadership across development activities.

Responsibilities

Working in concert with our Board, staff and event committees, the Development Director will grow our $1.5 MM revenue base to support our expanded program growth agenda. Primary responsibilities:

Create the organization’s development strategies and work plan;
Manage the development staff to meet work plan targets;
Serve as staff liaison to the Board Development Committee;
Take a leadership role in securing new and existing corporate support;
Direct and support all fundraising appeals, visits and donor cultivation; and
Engage and inspire event committee members to build our existing events.

Qualifications

BA required
At least 5-10 years of successful track non-profit fundraising
Proven ability to influence and engage a wide range of donors and build long-term relationships
Positive and engaging leadership style
Entrepreneurial approach (flexible, adaptable)
High energy and passion for the SCORES mission
Strong organizational skills and work ethic
Ability to work both independently and with others, engaging as a team player at varying levels within and outside the organization
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong working knowledge of donor database systems

Application Deadline: Rolling until filled.

Desired Start Date: Early fall 2015.

Salary & Benefits: Competitive, plus full benefits package (100% employer paid health, dental, vision, STD, LTD). Eligible for 401K with up to 4% match after one year of employment.

Application Instructions: Please email cover letter, resume and salary requirements to: jmaconga@americascores.org

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