Development Director, San Diego (Home Based)

The physical location for the candidate selected must be within the contiguous United States.  

WHO WE ARE!

Susan G. Komen brings a home office based working environment for each specified local community. We are a force united by a promise to end breast cancer forever. For over 40 years, we've led the way by funding groundbreaking research, community health initiatives and advocacy programs in local communities across the U.S. and in more than 30 countries. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, outreach and public policy initiatives to make the biggest impact against this disease.

Komen strives to have a culture of passionate, growth-minded professionals who thrive in a team environment and work collaboratively to inspire greatness in others! We take an ongoing approach to ensure open communication from all levels throughout the organization. It’s encouraged to give and receive feedback to ensure two-way accountability with a focus on continual improvement both personally and professionally!

What you will be doing in the role of Development Director, San Diego

The Development Director serves as a team leader and member of a community-based fundraising team for Susan G. Komen. This position will oversee the implementation of a year-round fundraising program for the market, working in close coordination with state or regional and national fundraising teams. The Development Director will lead the community fundraising 1 direct report and will be responsible for meeting revenue targets. The Development Director will be a strong player-coach, in addition to providing day-to-day leadership of the team, the Director must also help team members deliver on tactical execution.

The primary fundraising program will be the MORE THAN PINK Walk™/Race for the Cure – the signature events for Susan G. Komen. This will include prospecting, cultivating and soliciting sponsors, corporate teams and top fundraisers. This position will also be responsible for driving execution and implementation of other revenue generating activities in the market area. which may include individual giving, major gifts, corporate engagement, and special events. 

What you will bring to the table

• Development of year-round fundraising plan and budget to meet revenue goals.   
• Assist in hiring, training and supervising community fundraising staff.
• Expected to meet monthly fundraising goals for MORE THAN PINK Walk/Race for the Cure, third party events, individual giving, special events, etc. and maintain budget in line with organizational guidelines. 
• Execute the strategy, management …