Director of Resource Development & Marketing

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, this senior leadership role directs organization-wide resource development and marketing functions, with responsibility for fundraising, donor engagement, communications, and public relations. The Director develops long-range strategies designed to advance the agency’s mission, sustainability, and community awareness.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate a comprehensive resource development plan, including goal setting and measurement, revenue diversification, trend monitoring, and progress reporting to leadership and the Board.
• Build and manage donor relationships across identification, cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and recognition, partnering with leadership on engagement priorities.
• Plan and lead capital campaigns, including strategy development, volunteer coordination, and progress reporting.
• Plan and execute fundraising events, manage event budgets, secure sponsorships, and evaluate outcomes.
• Direct grant research, proposal development, submission, and compliance; coordinate with program staff and maintain relationships with funders.
• Oversee branding, marketing materials, digital communications, media relations, and public awareness efforts.
• Implement online fundraising and communication strategies using digital platforms and data insights.
• Support Board fundraising by preparing reports and coordinating volunteers and committees.
• Oversee donor database systems, ensure data accuracy and confidentiality, and use analytics to inform strategy.
• Supervise staff and manage budgets and work plans, collaborating across departments to align development and communications efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Knowledge of nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, grant management, marketing, communications, CRM systems, budgeting, and data analysis.
• Ability to develop fundraising strategies, secure funding, lead campaigns, build relationships, communicate effectively, and manage multiple priorities.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Public Administration, Nonprofit Management, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, grant writing, donor relations, marketing, communications, or related fields.

Technologies

• CRM systems

Benefits

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Supervision and Team Scope

• Supervises Marketing and Development staff, contractors, consultants, interns, and volunteers.

Desirable Qualifications

• Experience securing major gifts, leading fundraising campaigns, managing donor portfolios, and coordinating fundraising events is highly desirable.
• Experience supervising staff and managing budgets is preferred.

Special Requirements

• Valid California driver’s license
• Ability to travel
• Availability for occasional evenings and weekends

Role Details

• Location: Chico, CA (onsite)
• Compensation: USD 42 - 54 per hourly