Development Deputy Director

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Direct the operations team of SURJ’s Development Department, overseeing team management, grants administration, staff supervision, planning, system coordination, data management, and financial-impact reporting.

• Ensure revenue forecasts and monthly fundraising cash-flow updates are maintained.

• Collaborate closely with Finance to keep SURJ informed about its financial standing.

• Work with the Grants Manager and represent SURJ in interactions with institutional funders and family foundations.

• Manage a select donor portfolio with an annual fundraising target set for each fiscal year.

• Create the annual development plan and income forecasts together with the Director of Development and Donor Organizing.

• Oversee the preparation of grant applications and reports, develop work plans, monitor progress, and assist staff in fundraising efforts.

• Supervise three or more development team members and contracted development support.

• Conduct weekly supervision sessions and facilitate meetings for the Development Operations Team.

• Maintain annual and quarterly work plans and assist staff in meeting quarterly objectives.

• Design and lead two annual in-person meetings for the Development Operations Team.

• Foster team coordination, cohesion, hiring, onboarding, and workflow development.

• Establish collaborative structures between Operations and the wider Development Team.

• Coordinate the annual grants and foundations calendar.

• Implement daily data and financial management practices, enhancing data systems and reporting capabilities.

• Review quarterly projections against actual performance to ensure the accuracy of donor data.

• Act as the development liaison with communications, finance, and national organizing leadership.

• Represent development in cross-team meetings and support fundraising initiatives across departments.

• Ensure grant deadlines are met, including proposal/report drafting, reviews, edits, and final approvals.

• Assist in foundation prospecting and regularly review the portfolio with the Grants Manager.

• Ensure grant data and files are accurately maintained in EveryAction and shared drives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Over 10 years of experience in supervising individuals and teams.

• More than 5 years of proven leadership in development and fundraising.

• Familiarity with CRM database systems, including EveryAction, as well as complex spreadsheets.

• Experience in working with and supervising a diverse range of individuals, from volunteers to Board members to donors.

• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19, with accommodations available as per federal, state, and local laws.

• Experience in building donor relationships and communication across various class identities.

• Commitment to SURJ's mission and dedication to racial and economic justice.

• Awareness of class dynamics and the ability to communicate clearly and respectfully with members, board, and staff from diverse backgrounds, communities, and cultures.

• Capability to represent development and SURJ in both internal and external meetings.

• Strong supervision abilities, including adapting to various work styles and fostering a cohesive work culture.

• Proficient in strategic and systems thinking.

• Experience in designing and implementing facilitation processes.

• Excellent relational and verbal communication skills.

• Strong time management and prioritization skills to handle competing demands.

• Exceptional written communication abilities.

• Keen attention to detail.

• Ability to maintain strong relationships while holding individuals accountable, fostering a culture of compassion and rigor.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, with employer contributions available for spouse, children, and family coverage.

• 401K retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match.

• Twenty (20) days of paid time off each year (prorated).

• Twenty (20) days of health and wellness leave annually (prorated).

• Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year.

• Three additional paid weeks off for organization-wide summer and winter breaks.

• Employer-covered short-term and long-term disability insurance.

• Employer-paid life insurance.

• Monthly $150 technology support stipend (for internet and phone).

• Access to professional development resources each year.

• Paid parental leave.

• Paid sabbatical after five years of service.

• Opportunity for remote work from home.