The Salvation Army’s Northwest Division seeks an inspirational, savvy fundraising Divisional Director of Development (DDD), an entrepreneurial and motivating manager who will rally the troops and serve as the lead strategist and primary executor of initiatives, taking this vital nonprofit to a whole new level of success in fundraising.
The successful candidate will be a goal-oriented, dynamic leader with demonstrated and proven abilities in generating diverse, contributed income revenue streams and managing teams of matrixed fundraising and marketing professionals. Preference will be given to those who have a background in working for a faith-based organization and possess a working knowledge of the philanthropic community within the northwestern states. The Divisional Director of Development will bring a heart for the hunt – a deep desire and energy to break into new grounds to exceed fundraising goals, coupled with a gift to identify and develop opportunities for donors and the Army to come together.
The Salvation Army offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package. The final candidate will be required to submit full background and reference checks. Relocation assistance may be offered.
The Salvation Army is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria.
Specific Requirements Include:
To apply, candidates must complete the online application at https://alfordexecutivesearch.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2713pb1avk5 and thereon submit their cover letter and resume.
To assure confidential tracking of all applicants, no applications will be accepted via email.
ALL INQUIRIES WILL BE HELD IN STRICT CONFIDENCE.
This search is being managed by Heather Eddy, President & CEO and Laura Weinman, Senior Consultant of Kistner Eddy Executive Services (KEES). Questions may be addressed to lweinman@alfordexecutivesearch.com.
KEES is a retained search firm that builds transformative teams and leaders in the nonprofit and public sectors. For more information, visit www.kees2success.com.
More about The Salvation Army:
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical member of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet
human needs in His name without discrimination.
The Salvation Army’s Northwest Division is active in 194 locations: 30 Corps (churches) 9 institutions, 164 Service Extension Units (social services offered by volunteers in small communities) and two camps. Services range from homeless shelters, addiction treatment, thrift stores, domestic violence programs, youth centers, after-school programs, services for seniors, disaster services, counseling, basic social services, nutrition, services for veterans, youth and senior camps, senior housing, music programs and large Christmas programs.