Volunteers of America National Headquarters - Alexandria, VA
Vice President of Development
Volunteers of America is one the nation's largest and most comprehensive human services organizations. Since 1896, our ministry of service has supported and empowered America's most vulnerable groups, including at-risk youth, the frail elderly, men and women returning from prison, homeless individuals and families, people with disabilities, and those recovering from addictions. We are one of the nation's largest nonprofit providers of quality, affordable housing for low and moderate-income households.
Volunteers of America is seeking an accomplished professional in the development and fund-raising field. We are looking for a strong, senior-level development professional with a hands-on approach to creating and implementing development strategies.
The VP of Development will oversee all aspects of development including corporate and major gifts, planned giving, direct mail, and affiliate development support. This position will develop and implement new fund-raising programs for our new strategic direction in community engagement. The VP of Development is also responsible for developing an external relations plan which supports development efforts and informs prospective donors of the organization's mission. Candidate must be able to cultivate strong working relationships with Executive Vice President of Community Engagement, affiliate CEO, senior management, and board members. Candidate will supervise, support and coach direct mail and planned giving staff.
Candidates should be experienced in development of fundraising programs, corporate and major gifts, planned giving, and direct mail and major gift giving. Successful experience in asking for and closing gifts, at the multimillion dollar level, on an annual basis desired. Strong written and oral communication skills required. Position requires strong skills at motivating, consensus building and building relationships.
A minimum of seven to ten (7-10) years' experience in the development related field required, with at least three to five (3-5) years in a senior leadership role. Experience in Human Services or related fields desired.
We offer a six-figure salary, as well as a generous benefits package which includes health, dental, vision, retirement, etc.
To apply visit our web site at http://www.voa.org/AboutUs/Careers/tabid/2867/Default.aspx