Director of Development

Bra Couture KC’s mission is to raise funds to provide care for uninsured/underinsured cancer patients in the greater Kansas City area and to address healthcare disparity issues in underserved communities.
 
The Director of Development will be responsible for planning and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program that includes major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, planned giving, and special events. The successful candidate will work closely with the CEO/Executive Director and Board of Directors to develop fundraising goals and strategies, and will manage a team of fundraising professionals.
 
Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet the organization’s annual revenue goals.
• Identify and cultivate major gift prospects, as well as corporate and foundation donors.
• Work closely with the annual BCKC Event planners to collaborate on ways to retain and increase sponsorships, attendance and revenue.
• Plan and execute additional special events that engage donors and raise funds for the organization.
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop and execute effective donor communications and marketing materials.
• Work closely with the Board of Directors and CEO/Executive Director to develop fundraising strategies and goals.
• Monitor and analyze fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjust strategies as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10/12 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record of success in major gifts, corporate and foundation giving, and special events.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to write compelling donor communications and marketing materials.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, Board members, and volunteers.
• Experience with fundraising software and donor databases.
• A deep commitment to the mission and values of our organization.