Director of Development, Full-Time, UCC: Boston, MA
The Allston Brighton Food Pantry provides food relief to over 2,000 households and 5,000 individuals annually in its neighborhood. It is housed in the Brighton Allston Congregational Church, which is a radically progressive worshiping community within the United Church of Christ with a strong commitment to welcoming and celebrating queer and trans members and guests, actively promoting racial and environmental justice, and supporting the ABFP’s large and growing food justice ministry.
The Director of Development (DD) will oversee all fundraising activities for the food pantry and church. She/He/They will join the team at an exciting time – the organization has a strong and growing reputation as a welcoming place that actively “walks the talk” in pursuit of its progressive values and social justice. Church membership has tripled in the last four years, signaling increased interest in its work and belief in its leadership. The team is innovative and responsive to community needs. And there is a dedicated, talented group of staff and volunteers ready to support the DD’s efforts.
Location: Brighton Center (Boston, MA); Hybrid work schedule
Scope & Size: $1m annual budget; 11 staff
Salary Range: $130,000-$150,000 plus comprehensive benefits
Desired credentials:
– Strong, demonstrated passion for BACC/ABFP’s missions
– Proven understanding of and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with experience working with diverse groups
– Comfortable working in a highly diverse workplace and with donors and volunteers from all walks of life
– Minimum of 7+ years of fundraising experience with progressively expanding accomplishments and a proven track record of working with 5- and 6-figure donors
– Experience in multiple areas of fundraising, including personally and successfully securing donations of at least $15,000 from individuals, demonstrated ability to secure grants of at least $10,000, and proven ability to grow the donor base of an organization through a mix of systems, outreach, relationship-building, and solicitation
– Strategic and analytical skills, strong work ethic, and ability to execute within a small resource-constrained environment
– Proven ability to be a proactive “nudge,” modeling effective follow-through in their work and for others
– Direct and kind communicator who can handle challenging situations and is adept at resolving conflicts with a partnership mindset
– Organized but not controlling – able to recognize when flexibility is needed and be nimble with grace, patience, and a collaborative spirit
– Has a strong sense of self and is confident without being egotistical
– Previous experience organizing and catalyzing the work of colleagues and volunteers
– Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
– Previous professional and/or volunteer experience working with a faith community; an existing understanding of progressive Christianity is preferred but not required
Application portal: https://eostransitions.applicantpool.com/jobs/