Summary
Description
The Colorado Fiscal Institute is seeking a Development Director!
WHAT WE DO
The Colorado Fiscal Institute (CFI) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that advocates for sound tax, budget, and economic policies that promote equity and widespread economic prosperity. Through innovative research, advocacy, communications, and deep partnerships, CFI is leading a growing movement to advance anti-racist fiscal and economic policies that support working families and dismantle constitutional and structural barriers to equitably shared wealth and power in Colorado.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
CFI is committed to the ongoing effort to create and maintain a workforce that reflects our unwavering commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Recruiting staff that reflects the diversity of perspectives and lived experiences of Colorado is a priority. We strongly encourage applicants from diverse communities, constituencies, and identities, including but not limited to: class, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion/spirituality, sex, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, immigration status, sexual orientation, history of incarceration, military status, and geographic location.
THE OPPORTUNITY
CFI seeks a talented and highly organized Development Director to ensure the financial health of the organization through targeted individual, foundation, and philanthropic contributions. The Development Director will shape and oversee CFI’s development strategy and implementation, with a focus on helping secure significant new funding from foundations and individuals. In addition to identifying new sources of funding, the Development Director ensures the financial growth of CFI by working to raise visibility and awareness of the organization and its mission. The Development Director will report to the Executive Director and will work closely with the Leadership Team and senior staff in cross-functional areas (e.g. communications, outreach, research) and be responsible for staff supervision and evaluation. The ideal candidate will be an experienced fundraiser who flourishes in a fast-paced environment, can effectively manage multiple issues and projects simultaneously and thrives in engaging diverse audiences around the power of infusing evidence into policy decisions. The person who will thrive in this role will be someone committed to economic justice and can see themselves creating a culture of giving at CFI.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
Development Strategy
- Research prospects and develop strategies to support and grow CFI’s major individual donors, local partner support, and local and national foundation funding to sustain the organization and advance CFI’s mission
- Foster and maintain strong relationships with new and existing donors and program officers to help grow and strengthen CFI’s grant portfolio
- Manage CFI’s donor pipeline and grants calendar along with individual giving communications calendar
- Represent CFI with donors and at periodic donor events; prepare Executive Director and staff for donor and foundation calls, meetings, and presentations
- With the Executive Director, develop and manage the Board's Fundraising activity and ensure all Board members engage in fundraising
Individual Giving
- Develop a plan for Executive Director and staff “touch” points with individual donors
- Solicit gifts and support the Executive Director and Board Members in solicitations
Foundation Giving
- Oversee and manage all LOIs and grant proposals including writing, editing, and proofing; compiling all required pieces for submission and ensuring submissions of proposals that are compliant, timely, and competitive
- Maintain grant compliance and reporting, including outcome measurement and grant budgets
Development Operations
- Manage Colorado Gives Day, Annual Appeal and direct mail program, including drafting print and digital appeals, pulling mailing lists and sending out solicitations
- Work with CFI leadership to create and manage an annual budget for the organization, that is based on strategic revenue targets, provide quarterly fundraising reports to the Board of Directors, and participate in the annual audit
- Work with communications team to keep relevant web pages current, periodically assist with social media and run donor reports
- Develop compelling messaging and implement strategies for consistent, clear communication with existing and prospective donors.
- Assist CFI’s outreach team with the planning and implementation of CFI events to maximize giving
Management and leadership
- Be an active member of the CFI’s Leadership Team, deepening relationships with other team members, and advancing the long-term success of the organization
- Along with the Executive Director and Leadership Team, provide supervision, assist in creating and accomplishing workplans, and conducting regular staff performance evaluations
WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO OUR ORGANIZATION
- A strong belief in CFI’s mission of a more economically just and racially equitable society
- 5-7 years of progressively responsible development experience, including direct solicitation of five- to six-figure gifts from foundations and other grantmaking organizations
- Proven experience creating and executing a development strategy
- Knowledge of philanthropic organizations at the state and national level
- Demonstrated project management skills and the ability to coordinate across multiple parts of the organization
- Strong writing and editing skills with fluency in translating to funders why tax, budget, and economic policies play a foundational role in creating thriving communities and just societies
- Organized with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines, including the deadlines that emerge during busy cycles including legislative environments
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to interact comfortably and respectfully with a diverse team and alongside diverse community partners
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, and Google Suite
- Able to work collaboratively, with a willingness to bring your full self and creative ideas to advance the goals of the team
- Experience with policy advocacy or working in the nonprofit advocacy environment
Desired Skills and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant field
- Experience fundraising for an organization that does not provide direct service work
- Knowledge of online platforms like Salsa, Canva
- Proven track record of achieving revenue targets
- Familiarity with Colorado and its unique nonprofit and philanthropic landscape
WHAT OUR ORGANIZATION IS PROVIDING
- Expected annual salary range of $90,000 – $100,000 based on experience
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with up to 100% employer paid coverage for employees
- SIMPLE IRA with an employer match of 100% of the first 3% employee contribution
- CO Family and Medical Leave, Employer Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Generous Vacation, Health Leave, and Paid Holidays
- Paid Sabbatical Leave beginning at 5 years of service
- Hybrid work environment with required in-person days Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- Hybrid work stipend to offset costs associated with working at home and commuting to the office
CFI provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status or other legally protected characteristics. In addition to federal law requirements, CFI complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
CFI will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants for failing to disclose wage rate history in accordance with applicable law.
CFI expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, genetic information, disability or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CFI employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
