Director of Development

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.

Primary Functions:

• Develop and execute a revenue strategy that enables the organization to scale its mission impact across Maine.
• Supervise and coach the development team.
• Lead and execute plans that build and sustain gifts from corporations, foundations, and individuals.
• Oversee the annual grant and proposal process within required 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.
• Establish relationships with individual donors and foundations and be responsible for creation of JA’s portfolio of major gift prospects.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent and 5 years of direct fundraising and development experience
• Experience coaching and leading a small team
• Superb verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for improving the lives of young people through education and opportunity

Salary & Benefits:

• 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.