VP of Business Development - Remote Position

About the role

Bethany Christian Services is a nonprofit organization that supports families, fosters children, and assists refugees. The VP of Business Development plays a crucial role in securing funding for these programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and manage a team of direct reports, including selection, hiring, performance evaluation, and training;
• Manage and oversee Bethany’s grant program process to ensure sustainability, growth, and funding;
• Acquire public grant funding for all Bethany programming;
• Strategically plan, manage directionality, and develop action steps for the grants team and senior directors;
• Monitor, evaluate, and report regularly on the progress of revenue generation initiatives and make recommendations for improvement;
• Provide department updates and reporting, including board reports;
• Develop the grant team to project program growth, expansion planning, and collaborate with senior directors on action planning;
• Oversee the Senior Program Manager and Executive Assistant;
• Ensure the weekly and monthly reports are produced in a high level manner;
• Write high-quality, aligned proposals;
• Serve as a liaison with other HQ and branch directors;
• Execute the communication plan related to business development strategies;
• Ensure documentation of best practices and content expertise;
• Track and own external MOUs;
• Collaborate on program compliance and contract management;
• Ensure the integrity and validity of external-facing written representations;
• Coordinate collaboration needs between business development leadership and donor engagement;
• Create logic models and maintain up-to-date measurements;
• Write and develop proposals for entities like ORR, HHS, USAID, UNHCR, PRM, and others;
• Communicate with relevant constituents within the organization;
• Ensure creation of federal funding opportunities meets established goals within Bethany annually;
• Build and maintain Bethany’s brand awareness and engagement within the grant portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s level degree in a related field of study from an accredited college;
• Master’s level degree in a related field of study from an accredited college, strongly preferred;
• Broad knowledge of basic principles, concepts, and methodology of fundraising;
• At least three (3) years of managerial experience;
• At least five (5) to seven (7) years of progressive experience in nonprofit administration and/or fundraising with a focus on writing technical grants;
• Experience in child/family welfare agency is a plus;
• Demonstrated success in securing federal funds while serving in a grant writing capacity;
• Demonstrated strategic thinking and strategy implementation skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail;
• Ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders to gain support and generate action to accomplish goals;
• Reliable with time-sensitive deadlines and tasks;
• Confidentiality and integrity;
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change;
• A commitment to the highest-level standards of professionalism and fundraising best practices;
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Valid driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
• Pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

Qualifications

• Experience in child/family welfare agency is a plus;
• Demonstrated success in securing federal funds while serving in a grant writing capacity;
• Strategic thinking and strategy implementation skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Highly organized with a strong attention to detail;
• Ability to work with a diverse group of stakeholders to gain support and generate action to accomplish goals;
• Reliable with time-sensitive deadlines and tasks;
• Confidentiality and integrity;
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change;
• A commitment to the highest-level standards of professionalism and fundraising best practices;
• Computer skills sufficient to perform essential functions including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Valid driver’s license with at least 3 years of driving experience in the U.S. to operate a vehicle on behalf of Bethany;
• Pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check and maintain a reliable vehicle with proof of adequate coverage;
• Pass a criminal history screen, including state and local child protection agency registries;
• Subscription to and integration of the agency Statement of Faith, Mission Statement, and Commitment to Unity.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Strategic planning and implementation skills;
• Grant writing and proposal development skills;
• Project management and coordination skills;
• Knowledge of nonprofit administration and fundraising;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Attention to detail and organizational skills;
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion;
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change;
• Strong computer skills, particularly proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)

403(b) retirement plan with employer match eligibility

Generous time off (11 paid holidays, PTO)

Your Way

Paid parental leave

Separate sick and paid absence banks

Access to training, professional development, and career growth opportunities

Comprehensive employee assistance and wellness program

Employer-paid long-term disability and group term life insurance