Director of Development - Edison, United States - Legal Services Corporation
Description
Legal Services of New Jersey (LSNJ) spearheads the statewide six program New Jersey Legal Services system. With its 56 year history, Legal Services in New Jersey is recognized by the national Legal Services community as a leader in advocacy and innovation. We are currently seeking to fill an immediate opening for a Director of Development.
We seek an experienced fundraising professional to design and execute a strategic development plan aimed at maximizing financial support, from both public and private sectors, for the mission and work of the New Jersey Legal Services system. The Director of Development will report directly to the President and work closely with other members of the senior management and advocacy teams on strategic development plans.
Responsibilities:
Identify and cultivate potential major donors, including law firms, corporate gifts and foundation support
Foster strong relationships with new, existing and prior donors
Maintain accurate records of all fundraising activities
Engage board of trustees in fundraising activities
Prepare and disseminate communications and solicitation materials
Identify, research, and pursue new grant opportunities from both government and private sources
Organize and lead special projects and large annual events
Qualifications:
Experience with non-profit fundraising; Legal Services or the judicial community a plus
Bachelors Degree required; an advanced degree is preferred
Track record in securing major gifts and grants
Demonstrated familiarity with internet trends and opportunities related to donor relations, with pertinent fundraising technology and software
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Experienced and creative with the use of social media to promote development, organizational activities and accomplishments
Ability to write in a clear, structured and persuasive way
Creative thinking
Other relevant considerations:
Familiarity with Legal Services and non-profit civil legal aid
Familiarity with fundraising in New Jersey helpful
Experience with working with Board of Directors on fundraising and other development activities