About the PNAThe mission of the Phinney Neighborhood Association (PNA) is to build, engage and support our diverse community through programs, services and activities that connect neighbors and foster civic engagement.
Headquartered in a former elementary school, the PNA has developed an active community center that not only serves as a focus of the Phinney/Greenwood neighborhood, but offers programs and activities that reach far beyond the immediate neighborhood, at five different sites in Phinney, Greenwood and Ballard. Current programs include four preschool cooperatives, a licensed preschool and school age program at Whittier Elementary, a hot meal program, programs for seniors, including the Greenwood Senior Center and the PNA Village, a Community Technology Center, an art gallery, a tool lending library, a community education program, a business membership program, family memberships, room rentals, and countless special events that bring friends and neighbors together. We co-sponsor a summer farmer’s market and weekly contra dancing and folk music concerts. PNA serves over 20,000 people each year, has 75 staff, 1,500 volunteers and an annual budget of $2.9 million.
Position Overview
PNA seeks a dynamic Development Director whose experience and philosophy closely align with the PNA’s mission and values. The individual will bring vision to both the strategic and day-to-day fund development efforts. The candidate should have knowledge of the funding landscape and possess the strategic thinking necessary to build and carry out a robust short and longer term fundraising strategy. Specific areas of supervision, oversight and leadership include: donor cultivation and stewardship; annual fund and major gift solicitation; sponsorships; special events; communications and marketing; grant writing; relationship building; and planning for major capital gifts as needed. Approximately 75% of the PNA’s revenue comes from earned income.
The Development Director reports to the Executive Director, and as a member of the organization’s leadership team, is involved in implementing strategic goals, shaping organization direction, policy development and other organizational issues. The Development Director will supervise a team of six and join a deeply committed and spirited staff and board that are dedicated to building a strong community.
Essential Responsibilities
Provide supervision, management and overall direction for development staff, working as a team to enhance the growth and success of PNA fundraising and community outreach efforts. Staff include the Marketing Director, Membership/Events Director, Volunteer Coordinator, Development Coordinator, Salesforce Administrator, and the Winter Festival Coordinator.
Regularly evaluate and determine, with Executive Director and staff, the organization’s fundraising needs.
Develop strategies and provide supervision of membership activities and campaign to retain and broaden household and business membership base.
Develop, implement and evaluate annual fund development, including a major donor program.
Attend board meetings, staff the fund development committee, and, partnering with Executive Director and board members, manage their leadership and involvement in major gift stewardship, solicitation and recognition.
Develop and implement a formal planned giving program.
Oversee marketing and public relations strategies and outputs. Current collateral material include a monthly newsletter, an annual report, targeted appeals, and all popular social media platforms.
Research, write and monitor grants to City of Seattle, corporations and foundations, as needed.
Provide oversight, leadership, and support of PNA fundraising and outreach events, providing input on strategic elements and program objectives of those events.
Oversee volunteer coordination program.
Identify, cultivate and solicit business sponsors for events and programs.
Oversee editorial content of website and quarterly community newspaper with circulation of 17,000.
Oversee various systems functions including donor database administration (Salesforce), implementation of online payment modules (Soapbox) and communication vehicles (MailChimp).
Prepare and monitor annual development budgets with staff input.
Qualifications and Desired Skills
Minimum five years of experience in fundraising and development, including three in a leadership role.
B.A. degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. M.A. degree with a nonprofit emphasis a plus.
Three or more years of experience supervising staff and managing volunteers.
Experience and interest in collaborative leadership and the ability to inspire and foster goodwill.
Experience in financial management and budgeting.
Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated leadership in a team setting working with staff, Board members and volunteers.
Experience to include but not limited to grants, special events, sponsorships and direct giving campaigns.
Experience with planned giving a plus.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively at all levels and to build and maintain strong internal and external relationships.
Demonstrated ability to perform in a fast-paced, open office environment and to balance multiple projects and processes simultaneously.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and proven ability to write engaging print and web content and to motivate others to action.
Positive attitude, openness to new ideas, and a sense of humor.
Computer proficiency with extensive experience using Word, Excel and other software as required. Knowledge of Salesforce a plus.
The Development Director must have the ability and willingness to work outside of normal business hours on a regular basis. Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds and the ability to travel locally are required.
The PNA is an Equal Opportunity Employer working towards a culturally diverse work place. Applicants representing the diversity of our community are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
Please email a cover letter, resume and at least three references to hr@phinneycenter.org by January 8, 2016. Questions may be directed to Lee Harper, Executive Director at leeh@phinneycenter.org.