NARAL Pro-Choice America seeks an exceptionally talented and dedicated executive as the Director for Development for this dynamic, mission-driven organization that has been at the forefront of the fight for reproductive rights since its founding in 1968. The Director of Development will lead the development efforts of this $15 million/year organization that is the political leader of the pro-choice movement. 

For 40 years, NARAL Pro-Choice America has been the nation's leading advocate for privacy and a woman's right to choose. With more than one million members and supporters, NARAL Pro-Choice America is dedicated to building the base of pro-choice voters engaged in the political process to guarantee every woman the right to make personal decisions regarding the full range of reproductive choices.  These choices include preventing unintended pregnancy, bearing healthy children, and choosing legal abortion.

NARAL Pro-Choice America is leading the charge in an ever changing political landscape. In a country that grows increasingly diverse ethnically and racially, in a world that tweets, blogs, and friends, and in which younger generations no longer know the meaning of Roe v. Wade, NARAL Pro-Choice America is undertaking major initiatives internally and programmatically to embrace change, and to advance women’s reproductive health priorities with a new generation of voters, activists, and donors. 

The Director of Development will be responsible for ensuring NARAL Pro-Choice America’s continued effectiveness by maintaining and ultimately growing financial resources to fulfill the organization’s ambitious and robust program goals. Leading a sophisticated and established Development team, the Director of Development will oversee an integrated development department that includes major donor, events, on-line and direct-mail membership program operations. Enhancing current efforts to sustain and strengthen NARAL Pro-Choice America’s relationships with its committed existing individual donors and launching creative initiatives to attract significant new prospects will be a priority.

An individual with superior fundraising, management, and strategic skills and possessing enthusiasm to apply these skills within a mission-driven, politically significant national organization will find exciting opportunities at NARAL Pro-Choice. With these opportunities come challenges: building resources to shepherd NARAL Pro-Choice America through this difficult economic environment, while keeping an eye clearly focused on future opportunities.

The next Director of Development will be an accomplished fundraiser with at least ten years' leadership experience, the demonstrated ability to manage a large and sophisticated department and work effectively in a team-oriented environment, professional experience in advocacy organizations, and a personal commitment to NARAL Pro-Choice America’s mission and goals. S/he must contribute to an atmosphere in which diversity is valued and supported. S/he will possess a demonstrated track record of building a fundraising program that surpasses current expectations and sets a higher bar for philanthropic revenue, both within the development function and across the entire organization. A collegial style, innovative approach, strong work ethic, proven management skills, and enthusiasm for building bridges between stakeholders are key.

Position Description - Director of Development                                   

The Director of Development is responsible for the strategic direction, design and planning, implementation, and evaluation of fundraising operations for NARAL Pro-Choice America, NARAL Pro-Choice America PAC, and NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation.  The Director leads and supervises a team of development professionals in achieving the organization’s revenue goals and advancing its mission. The Director of Development plays a key role in the leadership of the organization as part of the Management Team and serves as the lead development liaison with the Board of Directors. S/he is responsible for providing leadership and fostering a climate that facilitates meeting the annual and longer term financial and programmatic fundraising goals for the organization. 

Reports To:    Chief Operating Officer

Positions Directly Reporting To This Position:  Deputy Director of Development, Membership; Deputy Director of Development, Major Gifts; Assistant Director of Development, Special Events; and Assistant Director of Development, Database Management.

Scope of Responsibilities

Strategic Direction and Implementation

o        Plan and execute effective and comprehensive fundraising programs for NARAL Pro-Choice America 501 c4, NARAL Pro-Choice America PAC, and NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation 501 c3.

o        Develop and implement annual fundraising priorities and plans for an integrated development program (membership/direct marketing, major gifts, special events, planned giving, and workplace giving.) Note: Grants program is directed by VP of NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation.

o        Develop annual budgets and income projections; regularly review fundraising department’s revenue and expenses, track department-wide progress to goals; regularly update President/COO/CFO on progress; prepare reports and presentations for the Board of Directors.

o        Build NARAL Pro-Choice America’s funding capacity and culture. Deepen and diversify the revenue base, increase funding from all constituencies.  Ensure the development infrastructure supports short-term and long-term goals.

o        Personally cultivate and solicit high level gifts from current and prospective donors.

o        Participate in the management team in the formulation and achievement of organizational plans, priorities and objectives.

o        Work with General Counsel and Chief Financial Officer to ensure legal compliance, as it relates to fundraising for all of the organization’s entities, 501 c4, 501 c3, and PAC.

      Key Stakeholder Relations

o        Establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of NARAL Pro-Choice America and NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation Boards of Directors, key benefactors, volunteer leaders and colleagues. 

o        Identify, supervise and direct development and institutional advancement opportunities for the President, members of the Boards of Directors, selected volunteer leadership, and senior staff members.

o        Serve as primary liaison to Board Development Committees of NARAL Pro-Choice America Foundation and NARAL Pro-Choice America for all fundraising matters. 

o        Develop relationships with prospective individual donors to increase funding, membership and visibility for the organization’s work.

o        Provide support for the President in preparation for events and opportunities with prospective donors.

o        Enlist senior management as appropriate in educating donors about the organization’s impact and investment worthiness.

      Supervision

o        Direct, supervise and manage the fundraising staff providing on-going guidance, direction and motivation; hire staff as needed; delegate appropriately and ensure strong internal communication and coordination; evaluate performance and provide opportunities for personal and professional growth; and provide oversight to consultants.

o        Lead by example; set high performance standards for self and staff.  Foster an environment of achievement and ensure staff accountability through clearly defined and measurable goals.

o        Build a sense of teamwork and ownership and empower staff through active communication and delegation - promote intradepartmental and interdepartmental collaboration.

o        Create an environment that welcomes differences of opinion, promotes respect for others, and fosters trust and cooperation.

o        Oversee relationships with outside vendors and consultants; play an active role in planning and execution, set clear expectations for achieving goals and accountability, and maintain clear and consistent communication.

Required Experience and Qualifications

The successful candidate for this position will be an energetic, innovative, and outgoing professional with many of the following attributes:

o        A minimum of 10 years of development experience with a clear track record in developing and achieving fundraising milestones; issue advocacy and/or political fundraising experience a plus.

o        Broad knowledge of all areas of fundraising including: major donor cultivation and solicitation, membership/direct marketing including direct mail, telemarketing, and on-line, planned giving, special events and other innovative development strategies.

o        Strong management skills and experience, both strategic and operational, and a demonstrated ability to build, motivate, mentor, and supervise a team of 8 or more staff.

o        Broad experience with fundraising data base systems.

o        Excellent writing and speaking skills and an ability to translate NARAL Pro-Choice America’s mission and programs into effective fundraising initiatives.

o        A personal passion and commitment to the organization’s mission and an understanding of the choice issue.

o        A commitment to contributing to a workplace environment in which diversity is valued and supported.

o        An ability to travel.

o        A Bachelor’s degree is required; advanced degree preferred.

Application Process

NARAL Pro-Choice America is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring and dedicated to diversity.

To apply for this position, please send a resume and a substantive cover letter to:

NARAL Pro-Choice America

1156 15^th Street, N.W.

Washington, DC  20005

Fax: (202) 973-3096

Email: resumes@prochoiceamerica.org