Director of Development

AMIkids makes a positive difference in kids' lives and families every day. Many of our kids have faced challenges in school and are involved with the legal system; we are giving them the opportunity to turn their lives around. For over 50 years, we have encouraged kids to make positive changes in their lives.

We're seeking a Director of Development to lead and expand AMIkids' fundraising efforts, securing critical support through major gifts, corporate and foundation partnerships, special events, and donor engagement. You will develop and execute a strategic fundraising plan, build lasting donor relationships, and identify new funding opportunities. If you possess a proven track record in philanthropy, grant writing, and donor stewardship, with the ability to inspire investment in our mission, and our "WHY" resonates with you, you may have a place on our AMIkids team.

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• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy, including major gifts, grants, and corporate partnerships.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
• Lead donor prospecting efforts to expand AMIkids' funding base.
• Oversee fundraising events, ensuring financial and engagement goals are met.
• Build and maintain relationships with corporate sponsors and grant-making organizations.
• Manage a portfolio of major donors and implement strategies to increase individual giving.
• Collaborate with leadership, board members, and program teams to align fundraising with organizational goals.
• Represent AMIkids at donor meetings, networking events, and community engagements.
• Provide reports on fundraising progress, trends, and opportunities.

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  Bachelor's degree preferred,
  
  
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  Five years of related work experience,

  
  
• Exceptional relationship-building skills, with experience engaging donors, board members, and corporate partners,
• Strong communication and storytelling ability, both written and verbal,
• Effective oral and written communication,
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook,
• Proficiency in Raiser's Edge is preferred.

What's in it for you?
As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Growth opportunities - we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within
• Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options; Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Wellness Benefits - EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc.
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more.

Check out our website to learn more about what we offer! http://www.amikids.org/Our-Careers/why-amikids/benefits