Director of Development / Fundraising

Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm

The Director of Development (hereafter called the "Director") serves as the development officer of The United Methodist Retirement Homes, Incorporated (hereafter called "UMRH").

The Director reports to the Corporate Executive Director (ED) and works with the Board of Trustees of UMRH and The UMRH Foundation in the planning of development objectives. The Director guides UMRH and affiliated retirement communities in a development program to achieve financial support through major outright current gifts and planned gifts.

support to help them to succeed in their job.

Maintain the confidentiality of all client’s financial, medical and other sensitive information shared with the Director.

17. Plan and implement strategies to promote the mission, understanding and support of UMRH in local churches, districts, in the North Carolina Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church. Develop good relationships, communication, and personal visits with local churches, districts, and conference personnel, when such contacts are efficient use of time and funds, as a method of identifying ways UMRH can enhance programs of the churches and districts of the Conference.

18. Adhere to the ethical standards of conduct for professional fundraisers defined by the Association of Fundraising Professionals and the Partnership for Philanthropic Planning.

A Bachelor’s degree (B.A. or B.S.) from a four-year college or university or five to seven years

experience gifts and planned giving with a non-profit organization. Professional certification a plus or participation in planned giving and major gift societies such as Partnership for Philanthropic Planning and Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Must be able to sit at a desk for up to six hours per day; must be able to stoop, bend, stretch, and squat to access files and various documentation; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently; may be exposed to constant noise levels due to printers located in the office.

Must be able to function efficiently and effectively under stress.

Must be able to develop and maintain positive and respectful relationships with the various groups.

Must be a strong communicator (both oral and written) and possess the ability to listen attentively to others.

Must be proficient in Excel, Word, Blackbaud CRM and Canva. Knowledge of Crescendo Interactive is preferred.

Must possess the ability to read, analyze and interpret complex financial information. Ability to write concise reports, or present orally, to effectively present information and respond to questions of the various stakeholders.

Must possess excellent analytical and organizational skills.

Some travel is required.