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The Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation (VBCF) is seeking a full-time Director of Development to join our dedicated team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the breast cancer community by supporting individuals and loved ones affected by the disease. The Director of Development will play a crucial role in planning and executing mission-focused fundraising activities to recognize and retain current donors, while also increasing and diversifying future supporters. This is a full-time, statewide position based in Richmond, Virginia.

Position Overview

The Director of Development will report to the Executive Director and work closely with our current team of five. This full-time, exempt, salaried position is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies aligned with VBCF’s mission, programs, and strategic plan goals

Essential Job Functions

The Director of Development is responsible for:

Strategic Planning

• Develop, implement, analyze, and improve annual strategic fundraising campaigns
• Align fundraising efforts with VBCF’s mission, programs, and goals

Major Donor Cultivation

• Steward existing and cultivate new relationships with major donors
• Secure significant financial support from individuals, corporations, and foundations

Individual Giving Programs

• Identify, develop, retain, and expand peer-to-peer giving programs
• Manage annual fund appeals, monthly giving, regional campaigns, and planned giving initiatives

Business Partnerships

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with businesses of all sizes
• Develop sponsorship packages and coordinate corporate giving campaigns and events

Special Events

• Plan, organize, and execute VBCF’s signature fundraising events including Breast Cancer Awareness Month each October
• Collaborate with volunteer committees to ensure successful event execution

Donor Communications

• Develop effective communication strategies to engage donors and share impact stories
• Manage donor stewardship through various channels, including newsletters, emails, and social media

Database Management

• Ensure accurate and up-to-date donor records in VBCF’s platforms (DonorPerfect and QGiv)

Budgeting and Reporting

• Work with the Executive Director to develop and manage the development budget
• Track fundraising metrics and provide regular reports to the Board of Directors

Collaboration and Ambassadorship

• Work closely with the Executive Director, Board of Directors, staff, and volunteers
• Promote VBCF’s presence in the community through media relations and outreach activities

Supervision

• Supervise regional and support development staff

Requirements

The following represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the essential functions of the job:

• Passion for VBCF’s mission and programs supporting all Virginians affected by breast cancer
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising
• Proven track record of successful major gifts solicitation and fundraising event management
• Self-motivated with strong project management and multitasking abilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills
• Strategic thinking and analytical capabilities
• Proficiency in donor database management and fundraising software (DonorPerfect and QGiv experience a plus)
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
  Experience with donor management software (DonorPerfect and QGiv preferred)

Physical Requirements and Travel

• Must be willing and able to travel throughout Virginia, with limited overnight stays
• Evening and weekend work is anticipated with advance notice
• Valid Virginia driver’s license and reliable transportation required

Competitive Salary & Benefits

The salary hiring range is $100,000 to $110,000 and is negotiable in that range based upon related credentials and work experience.

To Apply

To apply for the position of Director of Development with VBCF, please visit https://warrenwhitney.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1403260 and attach your cover letter and resume to your application. For best consideration, cover letters and resumes should be received by February 21, 2025. The position will remain open until filled.

The Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation (VBCF) is seeking a full-time Southwest Virginia Events Manager to join our dedicated team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the breast cancer community by supporting individuals and loved ones affected by the disease. The Southwest Virginia Events Manager will operate a regional office of VBCF, playing a crucial role in supporting our clients and donors in the western region of our state by implementing, coordinating, hosting mission-focused educational and fundraising events and activities.

VBCF empowers Virginians impacted by breast cancer through access, advocacy, education, and community action. We are a statewide, state-based 501c3 headquartered in Richmond. 

The Southwest Virginia Events Manager will work closely with our Richmond staff. A high level of interaction and cooperation with staff and geographically diverse volunteers is expected. Travel is anticipated with advance notice as well as event-specific evening and weekend hours. Experience with remote work is a plus. The anticipated salary hiring range is $45,000-53,000.

RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to:

Fund Development

• Coordinate and oversee VBCF’s regional signature fundraising events – Power of Pink Roanoke, Pink 13.1 in Abingdon – and community-based fundraisers, including Sole Stars.

• Maintain and build regional donor relationships with individuals, businesses, and community supporters.

• Assist in managing and supporting the fund development communications calendar (grant proposals, special events) for the western Virginia region.

• Conduct donor database entry/oversight, reporting, and analysis to ensure campaign goals are met.

Mission Programming

• Serve as a Mission Ambassador. Expand existing and establish new relationships with local, regional and statewide partners to publicize and offer educational materials and access, education, advocacy and community empowerment program offerings. Represent VBCF at community meetings. 

• Actively share and participate in mission programming to include regional trainings, conferences, advocacy days, health fairs, and speaking engagements.

Public/Media Relations

• Draft content for VBCF communications.

• Promote and ensure a positive presence in the community through outreach activities and collaboration with targeted organizations and groups.

• Develop and maintain local media relationships; helping to develop press releases and articles for publication. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Passion for VBCF’s mission and programs supporting all Virginians affected by breast cancer

• Bachelor’s degree or work equivalent. 

• Self-motivated with strong project management and multitasking abilities.

• Ability to work well as part of a small, energetic team is critical. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.

• Ability to work effectively with diverse internal and external partners and to develop strong working relationships with volunteers. 

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• For additional information, visit www.vbcf.org/jobs 

• Qualified candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@vbcf.org. Please use “SWVA Events Manager – (Your Name)” as the subject line. No phone calls, please.

• For best consideration, cover letters and resumes should be received by February 12, 2025. The position will remain open until filled

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required as well as a background and credit check prior to hiring.

• VBCF is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical condition), disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, citizenship, or any other class protected by applicable law.

• VBCF reserves the right to alter, change, modify, and/or terminate this job posting at any time without notice, or obligation, to any party.