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Nadia McKay
Director of Advancement
Posted: 12/06/2024
2024-12-06
2025-02-17
Employment Type:
Direct Hire
Industry: Non-Profit
Job Number: 17253
Field of Expertise: Other
Remote Friendly: Hybrid Work Schedule
Job Description
Our client is a nonprofit environmental organization that aims to improve the health, size, and equity of Boston's urban forest, especially in underserved and under-canopied areas. They are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Advancement to lead fundraising and development initiatives to support the growth and sustainability of the organization.
They have an annual budget of $1.2 million, a staff of 7, and are well positioned to continue their growth over the coming years. This candidate should be a visionary leader with a background in nonprofit advancement, strategic fundraising, and donor and community relations.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Advancement will use a community-centric approach and collaborate with staff and board members to develop and implement strategies that ensure the financial growth and stability of the organization. This is an opportunity for the right candidate to lead and build a new initiative.
This is a direct hire, hybrid full-time opportunity, with a Mon/Wed/Thur in-office schedule. The client is located in Dorchester.
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising and Development Strategy (70%) Lead Fundraising Strategy (30%)
They have an annual budget of $1.2 million, a staff of 7, and are well positioned to continue their growth over the coming years. This candidate should be a visionary leader with a background in nonprofit advancement, strategic fundraising, and donor and community relations.
Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Advancement will use a community-centric approach and collaborate with staff and board members to develop and implement strategies that ensure the financial growth and stability of the organization. This is an opportunity for the right candidate to lead and build a new initiative.
This is a direct hire, hybrid full-time opportunity, with a Mon/Wed/Thur in-office schedule. The client is located in Dorchester.
Key Responsibilities:
Fundraising and Development Strategy (70%) Lead Fundraising Strategy (30%)
- Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet annual revenue goals, with a focus on unrestricted funds
- Set and achieve fundraising targets that align with organization’s strategic plan
- Identify and pursue diverse funding from individuals, corporate sponsorships, & events
- Identify, cultivate, and solicit donors and prospects, building strong, lasting relationships
- Create a donation pipeline that increases donor retention and levels of giving
- Expand and support a recurring donor program
- Work with and supervise a consultant for grant-related research, writing, and reportingÂ
- Solicit major gifts from individuals and corporations
- Lead efforts to secure major gifts and planned giving commitments
- Develop personalized engagement plans for high-net-worth individuals & legacy donorsÂ
- Plan and execute fundraising events and campaigns, including annual benefits and donor appreciation events to engage the community and increase revenue
- Foster and maintain relationships with community leaders and corporate partners
- Represent Speak for the Trees at community events, networking functions, and meetingsÂ
- Ensure timely and accurate donor communications and acknowledgments
- Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity
- Develop metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of fundraising strategies
- Oversee donor database management and ensure accurate tracking of fundraising activities
- Prepare regular reports on fundraising progress for the Executive Director and BoardÂ
- Work closely with the Board of Directors to leverage their networks and support fundraising initiatives
- Collaborate with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to align advancement efforts with the organization’s work and missionÂ
- Work with and direct a consultant for grant-related research, writing, and reporting
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or related field preferred
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising required, 5+ years preferred, with a proven track record of achieving revenue targets
- Experience in environmental or community-based organizations is a plus
- Skills
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Proficiency in donor management software, customer relationship management (CRM), and Google Suite
- Attributes:
- Passion for environmental justice, urban forestry, and community engagement
- Ability to work independently
- Commitment to learn and collaborate deeply across departments
- High level of integrity and commitment to the mission of Speak for the Trees
- A go-getter
Meet Your Recruiter
Nadia McKay
President, Boston
Nadia McKay owns and operates Corps Team/Mom Corps Boston. From 2007-2010, she served as the organization’s Regional VP, using her 20 years of experience in client service, staffing, and marketing, to grow the Mom Corps presence in the Boston market and beyond. She purchased the Boston Franchise in 2010, and since that time has partnered with innovative and growing start-up to Fortune 500 companies to bring on professional-level direct hire, contract, full-time, part-time and flexible talent across a variety of functional areas including Marketing, Strategy, Human Resources, Finance/Accounting, and Legal. Before joining Mom Corps, Nadia spent 14 years at Digitas, a global marketing services firm, as a VP/Marketing Director, and later as VP/Staffing for the Strategy & Analysis practice. Nadia has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Vermont.
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