DAWN seeks a highly qualified Full-Time or Part-Time Development Director to lead our fundraising and development efforts. The Development Director will identify and cultivate potential funders, including institutions, foundations, and individuals; draft grant proposals, create and track benchmarks and KPIs, and draft reports to donors; organize special events and work closely with the DAWN executive team and Board on developing and implementing a strategic fundraising strategy. This pivotal role will spearhead every facet of the donor lifecycle—from identification and qualification to cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
The Development Director will have a demonstrated commitment to the mission of promoting democracy and human rights in the Middle East and beyond. The position reports to DAWN's Executive Director and works closely with her to develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to increase resources and diversify funding sources.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree required.
Experience: A bachelor's degree and five years of fundraising experience with non-profit organizations are required, as well as a successful track record of grant writing, grant management, and individual donor cultivation.
Required Skills and Knowledge:
How to Apply: Please email jobs@dawnmena.org with a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references.
Please use "DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Application" as the subject of your email.
Only completed applications will be reviewed, and only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Equal Opportunity Employer
DAWN is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in its hiring practices and actively seeks a diverse applicant pool to build the most robust possible workforce.
Job Type: Full-time and Part-Time Options
Pay: Competitive
DAWN seeks a highly qualified Full-Time or Part-Time Development Director to lead our fundraising and development efforts. The Development Director will identify and cultivate potential funders, including institutions, foundations, and individuals; draft grant proposals, create and track benchmarks and KPIs, and draft reports to donors; organize special events and work closely with the DAWN executive team and Board on developing and implementing a strategic fundraising strategy. This pivotal role will spearhead every facet of the donor lifecycle—from identification and qualification to cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
The Development Director will have a demonstrated commitment to the mission of promoting democracy and human rights in the Middle East and beyond. The position reports to DAWN's Executive Director and works closely with her to develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to increase resources and…
For a full-time role, DAWN provides medical, dental and 401k.
For a full-time role, DAWN provides medical, dental and 401k.