Position: Director of Development 

Position Reports To: Executive Director

Position Classification: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Summary: Director of Development leads the implementation of fund development activities for RodneyStreet, in collaboration with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors. The Director of Development will be an integral part of the RodneyStreet team, focused on building resources and sustainability for our programs, and providing administrative support where needed. This position requires strong organizational skills and an ability to prioritize as well as multi-task. The individual will be required to attend and lead all RodneyStreet fundraising events, which may take place on the weekends or after business hours. 

The success of this position requires a strong collaboration with the Executive Director, staff, and consultants. 

Primary Duties / Responsibilities

Development Planning and Management:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet annual revenue goals.

• Work closely with the leadership to develop fundraising strategies and goals.

• Monitor and analyze fundraising data to evaluate performance and adjust strategies as needed.

• Work with Executive Director on Year-End Mailing

Donor Cultivation:

• Identify and cultivate major gift prospects, as well as corporate and foundation donors.

• Manage development and donor information by entering data in a timely fashion and maintaining 

accurate records for all individual, corporate, organization and foundation donors using fundraising 

software.

Grant Application and Administration:

• Review grants database monthly to flag upcoming deliverables and grant deadlines. Implement the 

corporation and foundation grants program including managing the annual grants calendar and assisting 

with the completion of grant proposals and any required stewardship. 

• Research foundation, city, county, state, federal and corporate grants; draft proposals and continue to 

nurture relationships with neighborhood groups community organizations in coordination with the 

Executive Director

Fundraising Events:

• Coordinate fundraising and other organizational events, including annual Guest Bartending Event and Fall 

Benefit; including but not limited to attendance at planning meetings and actual event, support to 

volunteer and Board committees, coordination of mailing, marketing and media.

• Plan and execute special events that engage donors and raise funds for the organization.

• Assist in managing and executing all events including vendor contracts, coordinating printed material and 

day-of-event logistics. Assess needs and create additional fundraising initiatives/events not already in 

place.

Other Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead a team of fundraising volunteers, providing guidance, training, and support as needed.

• Collaborate with the communications team to develop and execute effective donor communications and 

marketing materials.

• Track success of fundraising efforts, including response rate of donors and attendance at events

• Basic administrative functions and other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in social services, public administration, or related field

• Experience in fundraising, grant writing or events management required

• Experience using DonorPerfect for fundraising purposes and ability to create reports as needed

• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Publisher, Power Point, Outlook) required

• Experience with data collection, entry, and presentation

• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task

• Dedication to and passion for young people, especially those from under-served communities, and positive 

youth development

• Disciplined work ethic with the ability to be self-motivated 

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills

• Ability to organize and prioritize work

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with diverse stakeholders

To Apply: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and three professional references to 

applyrstta@gmail.com. Applications will be reviewed starting January 27, 2025, and will be considered until 

the position is filled.