A+ Education Partnership Director of Development

About the role

A+ Education Partnership (A+) is Alabama’s statewide advocate for student-centered education reform. The Director of Development is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all A+ fund development to ensure the sustainability of the organization and its impact. This role will help drive organizational strategy to develop community relationships and increase support for A+ initiatives and funding opportunities. The Director works closely with the A+ Leadership Team, Board of Directors, and key stakeholders on developing and executing events, donor cultivation, grant writing, and fund development activities across a broad range of sources.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the organization’s fund development strategy, ensuring sustainability for the organization
• Create and execute a strategy for a large, sustained base of major and individual donors
• Maintain strong knowledge of gift methods and strategies to support and inform individual donors
• Manage the fundraising database
• Ensure timely data entry and gift processing
• Work closely with the A+ CFO to ensure all gifts are received and processed correctly to ensure timely reporting
• Work closely with the President and Chief of Staff on engaging the A+ Board of Directors
• Grow the reach and funding position of A+ by increasing partnerships with corporations and foundations
• Write and submit all grant applications and manage grant reporting
• Support the A+ President and Board of Directors in donor and partner relationship management, development, and prospect identification
• Lead the strategy, planning, and execution of fundraising and donor events around Alabama
• Support A+ advocacy events
• Support the A+ President and staff in identifying speaking and community engagement opportunities

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

3 years of experience in professional fundraising

A positive attitude and desire to change the future of education in Alabama

Excellent writer with the ability to craft a compelling story

Strong strategic thinker with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills

Effective networking abilities

Knowledge of donor tracking software

Demonstrated success in supporting staff and board members in development processes

Creativity, problem-solving skills, and the ability to make strategic decisions

Basic knowledge of Google Suite, Slack, Asana, and Canva (preferred, but not required)

Ability to travel around the state as needed

Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• 3 years of experience in professional fundraising
• A positive attitude and desire to change the future of education in Alabama
• Excellent writer with the ability to craft a compelling story
• Strong strategic thinker with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Effective networking abilities
• Knowledge of donor tracking software
• Demonstrated success in supporting staff and board members in development processes
• Creativity, problem-solving skills, and the ability to make strategic decisions
• Basic knowledge of Google Suite, Slack, Asana, and Canva (preferred, but not required)
• Ability to travel around the state as needed

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance

Salary and Benefits

$60,000 - $80,000 salary depending on experience and qualifications*

Blue Cross Blue Shield health, dental, & vision insurance is provided at no cost for individual employees (family coverage is available at a cost)

Two weeks paid vacation in the first year (prorated from start date to calendar year-end); three weeks paid vacation beginning year two

Funded participation in company retirement plan after one year

$100,000 company-funded life insurance and long-term disability insurance

Opportunity for a flexible work schedule

*Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of job-related factors, which may include education, training, experience, location, business needs, or market demands. New hires are typically brought into the organization at a salary between the range minimum and the salary range midpoint, depending on qualifications, internal equity, and the budgeted amount for the role.

How to Apply

Please complete this application and attach a resume. Submissions will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. If you have any questions, please contact Shannon Thornton at shannon@aplusala.org.

About A+ Education Partnership

A+ Education Partnership is building an Alabama where every child has access to a world-class education, regardless of circumstance. Driven by our relentless belief in every child, we partner with educators, communities, and policymakers to advocate for and expand access to a high-quality education so that every student can thrive. Through our core values, A+ works to center students, act with urgency, listen and learn, expect excellence, and prioritize equity.

Our Mission

Driven by our relentless belief in every child, we partner with educators, communities, and policymakers to expand access to a high-quality education so that every student can thrive.

Our Vision

A world-class education for every Alabama student, regardless of circumstance

How A+ Works

A+ Education Partnership works to create great schools for every child in Alabama. With one foot in the statehouse and one foot in the schoolhouse, we work to improve outcomes for Alabama students by working with elected and appointed officials to promote policies that improve public education. Our two programs, A+ College Ready and the Alabama Best Practices Center, build the capacity of teachers and school leaders.

Compensation

$60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

How We Work

All of our work, from pre-K through high school, is focused on one goal: ensuring EVERY Alabama student graduates prepared for college, career, and life.