Director of Development - Chicago, United States - Inner-City Muslim Action Network

Description

The Inner-City Muslim Action Network (IMAN) is a community organization that fosters health, wellness and healing in the inner-city by organizing for social change, cultivating the arts, and operating a holistic health center.

IMAN incorporated as a nonprofit in 1997 through the drive of people directly affected by and deeply invested in social issues affecting communities of color living on Chicago's South Side.

Since that time, IMAN has steadily grown and, in 2016, opened a second office in Atlanta to continue mobilizing a cross-section of people committed to this mission.

The organization models an integrative approach that employs holistic interventions to address a spectrum of structural and systemic injustices, incorporating primary and behavioral health; artistic expression; leadership development; organizing and advocacy; housing; and job training, in an effort to substantially increase the quality of life for people in marginalized communities.

The Director of Development is a key leadership role within IMAN, responsible for designing, implementing, and managing comprehensive fundraising strategies to support the organization's mission and programs.

This position requires a dynamic and strategic individual who can cultivate relationships, secure funding, and drive revenue growth to advance the organization's goals.

• Develop and execute a strategic fundraising plan aligned with IMAN's mission, vision, and financial goals.
• Identify and prioritize funding opportunities, including grants, major gifts, corporate sponsorships, individual donations, and special events.
• Continuously evaluate and adjust fundraising strategies to maximize revenue generation and donor engagement.

• Cultivate and steward relationships with current and prospective donors, including individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies.
• Implement donor recognition and stewardship programs to acknowledge and retain supporters.
• Provide personalized communication and engagement opportunities to strengthen donor relationships and foster longterm commitment.

• Prepare timely and accurate grant reports to fulfill reporting obligations and demonstrate impact to funders.

• Plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives to engage donors and raise funds.
• Collaborate with staff, volunteers, and vendors to ensure successful event execution, including logistics, marketing, and donor cultivation.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of events and campaigns, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.

• Supervise and mentor development staff, providing guidance, support, and professional development opportunities.
• Collaborate closely with the Executive Directors, and other staff members to align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities.
• Represent the organization at external events, conferences, and meetings to promote awareness and support fundraising objectives.

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record of success in donor cultivation, grant writing, and revenue generation.
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles, techniques, and best practices, including major gifts, annual giving, planned giving, and online fundraising.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate the organization's mission and impact to diverse audiences.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies to achieve ambitious goals.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, including the ability to inspire and motivate staff, volunteers, and donors.
• Proficiency in fundraising software, donor databases, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Commitment to the mission and values of IMAN, with a passion for social change and community development.

• A strong understanding of various fundraising methods including major gifts, grants, corporate sponsorships, events, and online fundraising. Ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies to meet revenue targets.
• Skilled in cultivating and maintaining relationships with donors, supporters, board members, volunteers, and other stakeholders. Capable of engaging with diverse individuals and organizations to advance IMAN's mission.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively articulate the organization's mission, impact, and fundraising needs to donors, supporters, and the public. Ability to tailor communication to different audiences and platforms.
• Strong leadership abilities t