Director of Development

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and making a difference in the lives of others.

Make more than a Living, Make a Difference

• Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 19 days of Paid Time Off the first year
• 11 paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
• Flexible spending accounts
• Paid short-term and voluntary long-term disability
• Group Term Life and AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary term life insurance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
• PTO Exchange

Open to Florida candidates. Periodic on-site presence in Floral City, Florida is required.

Salary Rate: $65,000-$85,000

• The Director of Development will be the driving force behind establishing a sustainable fundraising program for Camp E-Nini-Hassee.
• The Director of Development will work closely with the Executive Director, Foundation Board members and alumni, and coordinate with Eckerd Connects’ development team. This position will design and lead efforts to raise funds through individuals, foundations, and community partnerships.
• Enhance and implement Camp E-Nini-Hassee’s first comprehensive fundraising plan; develop the systems, tools, and habits that will sustain long-term fundraising success.
• Work with leadership and board members to grow a culture of philanthropy across the organization.
• Partner with the marketing director to strengthen the camp’s visibility and storytelling.
• Engage alumni, volunteers, and community members as ambassadors and advocates.
• Represent Camp E-Nini-Hassee at donor visits, community events, and presentations.
• Work in close partnership with the program, leadership staff and volunteers to connect donors to impact.
• The Director of Development will be evaluated on specific, measurable outcomes, developed in partnership with the Executive Director and reviewed quarterly

• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward relationships with individuals, foundations, grantors and corporations.
• In conjunction with others, develop an inspiring case for support of the camp and compelling gift opportunities to inspire donors.
• Launch and manage an annual giving program focused on alumni, families, and community supporters.
• Research, write, and manage grants related to youth development, outdoor education, and mental health.
• Plan and/or support exclusive functions and annual/biannual events to ensure they fuel the donor pipeline.
• Develop donor materials and ensure timely, meaningful stewardship.
• Manage the camp’s fundraising database to ensure accurate donor data entry and reporting.

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Marketing, Business, Social Services or Non-Profit Management.
• 3-5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising or for-profit business development experience with success in identifying prospecting, nurturing relationships and closing commitments required. Experience with a donor database or CRM system (Salesforce strongly preferred).
• Excellent written and verbal communication and have excellent people skills. Strong storytelling, presentation, and persuasion skills are required. Polished public speaking ability. Excellent relationship building required. Must have strategic planning knowledge and skills.
• Must have appropriate and valid state driver’s license and be able to meet requirements for Eckerd’s Auto Insurance and be able to drive for business purposes. Flexibility to travel as needed.
• Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

* This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.

Camp E-Nini-Hassee was founded in 1969 by Jack and Ruth Eckerd as the first outdoor therapeutic program for girls at-risk in the southeast. We provide a positive,…