Join Our Team
At the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation (VBCF), we are driven by a shared mission to empower and support Virginians impacted by breast cancer. If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of countless individuals and families, and you value empowerment, education, and advocacy, then VBCF might be the ideal place for you. Explore our current opportunities and join us in our commitment to a brighter future for breast cancer patients and survivors throughout Virginia.
Equal Opportunity Employer
VBCF is deeply committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment in our work to empower Virginians impacted by breast cancer and within our own team. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state or local laws.
Current Openings:
Director of Development
VBCF is seeking a full-time Director of Development to plan and execute mission-focused fundraising activities to recognize and retain our current donors, including individuals, small businesses, corporations, and grantmakers, and increase and diversify our future supporters. VBCF’s budget is approximately $1 million annually.
This full-time, exempt, salaried position will report to our Executive Director and work closely with our current team of five. The anticipated salary minimum starts at $75,000, commensurate with skills and experience. VBCF’s main office is in Richmond, and VBCF is seeking a candidate residing in Virginia. A hybrid to remote work schedule based on the candidate’s location will be determined, with travel throughout the state anticipated.
Application Process:
- Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter, including your salary requirements, to jobs@vbcf.org. Please use “(Development – Your Last Name, First Name)” as the subject line. No phone calls, please. Evaluation of submissions will begin immediately.
- A valid Virginia driver’s license and reliable transportation are required, in addition to a background and employment credit history prior to hiring.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Strategic Planning: Develop, implement, analyze, and improve annual strategic fundraising campaigns aligned with VBCF’s mission, programs, and strategic plan goals.
- Major Donor Cultivation: Steward existing and cultivate new relationships with major donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations, to secure significant financial support for VBCF.
- Individual Giving Programs: Identify, develop, retain, and expand peer-to-peer giving programs, including annual fund appeals, monthly giving, regional campaigns, donor stewardship, and planned giving initiatives.
- Corporate Partnerships: Cultivate and maintain relationships with corporate partners and sponsors, develop sponsorship packages, and coordinate corporate giving campaigns and events.
- Special Events: Plan, organize, and execute VBCF’s signature fundraising events, including our Power of Pink Richmond and Roanoke fall luncheons, Pink 13.1 Walk/Run/Bike in Abingdon, and other special events with the help of volunteer committees.
- Donor Communications: Develop effective communication strategies to engage donors, share impact stories, and steward donor relationships through newsletters, emails, social media, and other channels.
- Database Management: Ensure accurate and up-to-date donor records and data management in the organization’s donor database. VBCF’s platforms include DonorPerfect and QGiv software.
- Budgeting and Reporting: Work closely with the Executive Director to develop and manage the development budget, track fundraising metrics, and provide regular reports to the Board of Directors on fundraising progress and outcomes.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, and other stakeholders to maximize fundraising opportunities and achieve fundraising goals.
- Ambassadorship: Promote and ensure a positive presence in the community through media relations, outreach activities, and collaboration with strategic partners.
Qualifications:
- Passion for VBCF’s mission and programs supporting all Virginians affected by breast cancer.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record of successful major gifts solicitation and fundraising event management.
- Self-motivated and able to handle multiple projects. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team. Strong verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate VBCF’s mission and impact to diverse audiences.
- Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to cultivate and steward donor relationships effectively.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to develop, implement, and analyze fundraising strategies and plans.
- Proficiency in donor database management and fundraising software. Experience with DonorPerfect and/or QGiv software is a plus.
- Travel throughout Virginia is required, with limited overnights. Evening and weekend work is anticipated with advance notice.
- Successfully complete pre-employment background and credit screening.
What We Offer
We are proud to offer a robust benefits package that underscores our dedication to our employees’ health, work-life balance, and financial security. From fully covered health and dental insurance to generous leave policies and financial incentives, we strive to ensure our team feels valued and supported. VBCF offers:
- Health & Dental Insurance – 100% of employee cost covered; family coverage paid by employee.
- 12 days of paid holiday leave for FTEs, part-time prorated.
- 15 days of paid vacation leave for FTEs, increases with years of service to max of 20 days; part-time prorated.
- 12 days of paid personal use time for FTEs.
- Annual Bonuses – Bonuses are based on VBCF’s annual financial position and are offered dependent on employee performance. The Board may, at its discretion, cancel the bonus plan at any time for any reason. Since 2019, bonuses have ranged from 3-8% of an employee’s salary.
- VBCF-paid policy for Short and Long-Term Disability, Life, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance.
- Cell phone stipend ($40/month FTE, part-time prorated).
- Optional Retirement – VBCF matches pre-tax contributions to a simple IRA up to 3% of an employee’s annual income.
