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We are seeking a full-time Director of Development and External Affairs, based out of the Santa Barbara area. This is an ideal position for a driven individual with superior communication skills to work alongside our Executive Director in planning, organizing, and implementing continuous effective fundraising programs for Devereux California.
What Will This Opportunity Offer You?
In this highly impactful leadership role, you will have the opportunity to use your expertise to make an immediate and tangible impact on the lives of others. The expectations of this role involve:
- Designing and implementing a comprehensive, strategic plan for development by cultivating individual and philanthropic support through annual giving, major and planned giving, special events, and corporate and foundation support.
- Retaining and stewarding current donors, analyzing donor data, identifying new prospects, and cultivating volunteers for personal philanthropy as well as solicitation efforts.
- Supporting and expanding our current advisory board by inspiring other compassionate community members to join and make a difference in the lives of our individuals.
- Conducting professional external communication with client families, community members, and potential stakeholders in order to strengthen current relationships and build new partnerships.
-Promoting client quality of life and continuing positive relationships with client families by planning Devereux events and fundraisers.
This role will allow the selected individual to work for a stable national non-profit that offers a strong support system and that is driven to continually grow and serve our most vulnerable populations. Devereux offers relocation assistance and is also proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package; http://learn.devereux.org/benefits.
Your office will also be located in a beautiful setting surrounded by nature and just steps away from the ocean. Imagine opening your office window and smelling the ocean breeze? Santa Barbara has lots to offer from beautiful hiking trails to beaches, museums, botanical gardens, the zoo, and so much more!
Our Ideal Candidate:
- Bachelor's degree in Communications or related field.
- Experience in related field. Computer skills required. Must have consistent writing and editing skills.
- Skills in Communications and Public Relations are required.
Devereux is a drug-free workplace, drug screening required. EOE
Keywords: Director of External Relations, Development, Marketing, fundraising, Event planning
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