Deputy Director of Development
San Diego LGBT Community Center
- San Diego, CA
- $88,000-92,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Partner with the Senior Director of Development to implement, monitor, and evaluate annual and long-term fundraising strategies aligned with organizational goals.
- Supervise members of the development team, which may include gift officers, operations/database staff, and/or event personnel, according to skill set.
- Serve as acting lead for the development department in the absence of the Senior Director of Development.
- Track, analyze, and report on key fundraising metrics, including revenue projections and team performance indicators.
- Manage a portfolio of mid-level and major corporate donors and prospects, with a focus on cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
- Represent the organization at community events, donor functions, and public engagements to expand visibility and strengthen relationships.
- Ensure the accuracy and integrity of donor and prospect data within the CRM system.
- Help evolve and execute comprehensive fundraising plans aligned with mission, strategic goals, and financial needs.
- Contribute to research and implementation of innovative fundraising strategies that respond to emerging trends and opportunities.
- Take ownership of achieving individual revenue targets and identifying new opportunities for growth through strategic fundraising initiatives.
- Lead planning and execution of select fundraising activities, including Dining Out For Life San Diego.
- Oversee stewardship and recognition events to enhance donor satisfaction and retention.
- Partner with and provide support to staff to ensure all logistical elements of fundraising efforts are completed accurately and on time, including acknowledgments, rentals, and reporting, enabling successful campaign execution.
- Cultivate and maintain strong, long-term relationships with current and prospective donors, including individuals, businesses, and other key stakeholders.
- Oversee donor acknowledgment and stewardship activities to ensure a high level of engagement, transparency, and retention.
- Coordinate with program, finance, and communications teams to ensure consistent messaging and accurate impact reporting.
- In partnership with development team members, create and manage fundraising budgets and tracking tools to support revenue forecasting and strategic decision-making.
- Prepare regular reports on fundraising activities and progress toward goals for senior leadership and the Board, as needed.
- Collaborate with the Senior Director of Development to develop annual event budgets, monitor expenses, and ensure timely processing of vendor payments.
- Education/Experience: Minimum 5–7 years of progressive fundraising experience.
- Professional Skills: Demonstrated ability to build relationships and interact effectively with a wide range of stakeholders. ability to interact with various types of donors and community members; strong planning and organizational skills; comfort making connections through phone calls; ability to track and report on goals.
- Personal Skills: Outgoing and personable; comfort with speaking about donations; familiarity with the LGBTQ+ communities and the work of The Center
- Technology Skills: Intermediate skills in MS Office Suite.
- Language Skills: Fluency in English.
- Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree; advanced degree or CFRE certification is a plus. At least 2 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Language Skills: Fluency in Spanish is highly preferred.
- Public Speaking & Media Engagement: Comfortable representing the organization at public events, press opportunities, and donor briefings.
- Digital Fundraising Tools: Experience using digital platforms for fundraising campaigns, donor engagement, or peer-to-peer fundraising, particularly Raiser's Edge, Classy, and Mailchimp.