Director of Development, On Point for College, Inc.

Director of Development
On Point for College, Inc.
Syracuse, NY
Salary: $80,000

Job Responsibilities: 

In partnership with the Executive Director, the Director of Development will spearhead development efforts, with primary responsibility for implementing and managing these development efforts. 

  • Execute an effective program for donor solicitation, recognition, involvement and stewardship. 

  • Design and implement programs to identify, contact, and cultivate potential donors (individual – major, corporate, sponsors, planned giving, board and alumni engagement) for the organization. 

  • Develop an annual fund-development plan including timelines, objectives, and benchmarks to ensure funding meets or exceeds budget.  

  • Continue work with Capital Campaign.   

  • Attend a variety of events to demonstrate On Point’s community engagement and sustain On Point’s reputation and marketing presence. 

  • Prepare strategies for the use of marketing and public relations, including newsletters, to support development efforts.  

  • Lead the planning and execution of On Point’s annual Celebration and Golf events. 

  • Track and manage the emerging prospect pool to develop reports and monitor program results.  

  • Build and adapt programs to a point of sustainability, including development of a three–five year comprehensive plan for fund development.  

  • Collaborate with the Grants Officer and assist with submission of grants to foundations, corporations and other entities.  

  • Develop strategies for solicitation of major gifts.  

  • Develop and distribute annual report and impact statements.  

  • Supervision of development and volunteer staff. 

  • Performs other related duties as assigned. 

 

Requirements: 

  • Must have a bachelor’s degree with 3 + years of experience in fundraising, public relations, or marketing with strong emphasis on sponsorship development and promotion. 

  • Proven success in securing ongoing financial support and project funding. 

  • Strong knowledge of and relationships with donors in the CNY region.  

  • Strong oral, written, interpersonal, analytical, organizational and computer skills are essential.  

  • Experience interacting with marketing or community affairs offices of companies, media, and other external communities.  

  • Must have valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and be available to work evenings and weekends for work events.  

  • Travel may be required. 

send resume to thadlich@onpointforcollege.org