Director of Development

Looking to make an impact and have a career with purpose? It’s an exciting time to join Junior Achievement of Maine because we are GROWING! We’re adding a full-time Director of Development to our dynamic team based in downtown Portland, Maine to support our mission of inspiring and preparing young people for life and career success.

What You’ll Do:

• In partnership with the President & CEO, lead our comprehensive fundraising plan and ensure all annual fundraising goals are met and/or exceeded.
• Using a collaborative approach, identify, cultivate and secure new partners and funders each year.
• Supervise and coach the development team.
• Lead and implement plans that build and sustain gifts from corporations, foundations, and individuals in partnership with President & CEO.
• Cultivate relationships with corporate, individual, foundation, and state government partners.
• Oversee the annual grant and proposal process within timelines.
• Oversee the creation, planning, and execution of JA’s Special Events, including securing and retaining sponsorships for the Maine Business Hall of Fame, Golf Classics, JA Titan Challenge, and volunteer & donor recognition events.
• Be responsible for creation of JA’s portfolio of major gift prospects.

 What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 3-5 years of direct fundraising and development experience
• Superb verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, ability to meet deadlines, flexibility and creativity, and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Experience coaching and leading a small team
• Passion for improving the lives of young people through education and opportunity
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel locally and statewide

What We Offer:

• A collaborative team and mission that promotes Maine’s future workforce
• Annual salary of $75,000 to $80,000
• Flexible, hybrid work schedule with paid parking
• 100% employer paid individual medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 4 weeks of PTO, 11 paid holidays, and paid Christmas break
• Life insurance
• Short and long term disability
• Simple IRA with employer match and contribution and 100% vesting on day one

TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume to Michelle Prejean, Executive Administrator, at mprejean@jamaine.org.

JA Maine is an Equal Opportunity employer. Personnel are chosen on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation, in accordance with federal and state law.