Head of Development Management

CASA of Linn County is seeking an experienced Development Director who is passionate about nonprofit work, relationship building, and creating sustainable community support for children and youth experiencing foster care. This position will lead fundraising, donor development, sponsorships, community partnerships, and fundraising events for our growing organization. The Development Director will work closely with the Executive Director to develop and implement a long-term development strategy that strengthens existing funding relationships while identifying new opportunities for sustainable support.

This position will serve both Linn and Benton Counties, with a strong focus on developing relationships and funding opportunities within Benton County. The ideal candidate will have established ties to Benton County and a strong understanding of the local business, nonprofit, philanthropic, and community landscape. The Development Director will be comfortable building relationships, making direct asks, representing CASA in the community, and connecting individuals and businesses with opportunities to support children and youth experiencing foster care.

Development and Fundraising

Identify and cultivate individual, corporate, foundation, and community funding opportunities.

Build relationships with prospective donors, sponsors, businesses, and community partners.

Make direct solicitations for financial contributions, sponsorships, and other support.

Develop and manage donor recognition and appreciation efforts.

Help identify opportunities to build long-term and sustainable funding for CASA.

Maintain accurate donor and development records and assist with development-related tracking and reporting.

Benton County Development and Community Engagement

Develop and strengthen relationships with businesses, donors, foundations, service organizations, chambers, and community partners throughout Benton County.

Represent CASA at community events, networking opportunities, meetings, and other activities throughout the service area.

Grant and Funding Support

Work closely with the Executive Director and contracted grant writer to identify potential grant and funding opportunities.

Provide the grant writer with program, development, community, and funding information needed to support grant applications.

Assist with grant reporting, documentation, deadlines, and funder requirements.

Maintain communication with funders as appropriate and help strengthen ongoing funder relationships.

Lead the fundraising and development components of CASA events.

Develop and secure event sponsorships and community partnerships.

Establish fundraising goals and strategies for events in partnership with the Executive Director.

Work collaboratively with staff, board members, committees, and volunteers on event planning and implementation.

Identify opportunities to increase event revenue while maintaining strong community relationships.

Create donor communications and solicitation materials as needed.

Track donor engagement and help identify opportunities for continued or increased giving.

Community Relations and Communication

Attend community events, networking opportunities, chamber activities, and meetings that support CASA's development goals.

Build relationships with businesses, community leaders, organizations, and other potential partners.

Work with the Executive Director and staff to support development-related communications and public awareness efforts.

Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, development, donor relations, nonprofit advancement, community engagement, or a closely related field.

Demonstrated experience working in the nonprofit sector and an understanding of nonprofit fundraising, donor stewardship, and community-based organizations.

A genuine passion for nonprofit work and CASA's mission of advocating for children and youth experiencing foster care.

Strong existing ties to Benton County and demonstrated experience building relationships within the Benton County community.

Proven experience cultivating donors, securing sponsorships, developing community partnerships, or generating financial support.

Experience supporting fundraising events and sponsorship development.

Comfortable making direct financial asks and discussing charitable giving with individuals and businesses.

Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Ability to work independently while also working collaboratively with staff, board members, volunteers, donors, and community partners.

Strong computer skills and ability to learn and effectively use donor databases and other technology.

Ability and willingness to travel regularly throughout Linn and Benton Counties and attend occasional evening or weekend events.

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, communications, marketing, public relations, or a related field preferred. CASA of Linn County recruits, trains, and supports Court Appointed Special Advocates who provide consistent advocacy for children and youth experiencing foster care. Our organization serves children and families throughout Linn and Benton Counties and works closely with volunteers, community partners, courts, child welfare professionals, donors, and other organizations to support children during difficult times.

This position requires reliable transportation and the ability to travel throughout Linn and Benton Counties.