Director of Development

Concordance

Saint Louis, MO

Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

Description

As one of the fastest growing re-entry organizations in the nation, Concordance supports individuals leaving prison on their healing journey, giving participants an opportunity to lead joyful, abundant, and purposeful lives.

Our holistic, integrated, evidence-based re-entry model is unique in its scope and unparalleled in its impact. We are led by Danny Ludeman, former CEO of Wells Fargo Advisors, and a Board of Directors comprised of corporate executives and healthcare leaders. Our team at Headquarters provides essential services to support the delivery of our re-entry model.

Since our inception in 2015, we have driven a 56% reduction in reincarceration among our participants within three years of their release from prison. In addition, we have received accreditation from CARF, the leading accreditor of nonprofit, health and human services organizations.

Our passionate, motivated, talented team makes this happen – and we’re seeking exceptional candidates to join us! If you are ready to join our team and support our mission, now is the perfect time to apply as we expand to new Centers across the country.

Overview:

As Director of Development, you will be responsible for building and cultivating donor relationships to secure funding for Concordance. In this role, you will coordinate closely with the Marketing, Communications, and Development team to share Concordance’s story and successes with donors, foundations, and corporations.

Your role will involve:

Developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy, in collaboration with the Marketing, Communications, and Development team, Concordance’s leadership team, Board of Directors, and First Chance Campaign
Shaping and implementing donor stewardship plans to ensure ongoing donor engagement
Identifying, pursuing, and securing funding via corporate partnerships, high-net worth individuals, foundations, and grants
Planning and hosting fundraising events and initiatives, in collaboration with the marketing team to ensure seamless marketing communications
Monitoring and evaluating the success of various development efforts, using data to continually improve donor outreach and conversion
Maintaining CRM platform with up-to-date donor records

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

The right candidate will come with:

Passion for our mission
Ability to collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary Marketing, Communications, and Development team
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to reach various audiences, including donors, governments, foundations, and corporations
Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities
Skill in data analysis to assess the effectiveness of development efforts and make data-driven decisions
Ability to manage CRM platform to track fundraising success
Skill in creatively and engagingly stewarding existing donors and securing new donors

Required education, licensure, and experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field
5-7+ years of experience as a senior development professional
Experience managing multiple sources of fundraising

What to expect when you join Concordance

A driven team with a desire to help our participants move forward. We come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences -- from behavioral health to corporate strategy and beyond, but we all come together with the goal to restore individuals, rebuild families, transform communities, and advance the field of re-entry.

Team benefits:

We know the importance of work-life balance and the value of having time for yourself and your family on a consistent basis. We offer a robust benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus we pay for additional benefits including basic life insurance, AD&D, professional development opportunities, and an EAP program so you have quick access to a wide range of life resources.

Signing bonus for new team members
Consistent hours
401(K) matching program
Competitive pay
Generous PTO
Bonuses

Join our team at Concordance where you can make a real difference, be part of an inspired and inspiring group of people, and, together, help drive our strategic future by redefining social justice and change.