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JAPANESE COMMUNITY YOUTH COUNCIL
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR

 
 

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL WORK MOST DAYS IN-PERSON AT THE JCYC OFFICE IN SAN FRANCISCO.

ABOUT JAPANESE COMMUNITY YOUTH COUNCIL

The Japanese Community Youth Council (JCYC) is youth development organization located in San Francisco. JCYC has been selected as the 2023 California Nonprofit of the Year by Assemblymember Phil Ting. JCYC is one of San Francisco’s most successful child and youth development service organizations serving young people from all racial and socio-economic backgrounds. The organization is firmly guided by principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, emphasizing representation, inclusion, belonging, employee growth, a conducive learning environment, and an intentional commitment to its participants.

POSITION OVERVIEW

JCYC seeks a passionate and results-driven Development Director to join their leadership team. The Development Director will play a crucial role in shaping the future of our organization by leading fundraising efforts, cultivating donor relationships, and implementing strategic initiatives to support their growth and impact. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned professional with a proven track record in nonprofit fundraising, team leadership, and strategic planning.

For more information, please visit https://jcyc.org

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to the Executive Director.

OPPORTUNITY HIGHLIGHTS

  • Salary range is $145,000-$160,000

  • Benefits include: 

    • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (fully paid insurance premiums)

    • Opportunity to contribute to FSA, HRA and commuter benefits

    • 14 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays

    • Paid vacation and sick time

    • Retirement plan

    • Paid parental leave

    • Bereavement leave

    • Wellness and Financial Wellness programs

  • The opportunity to improve the lives of thousands of children, youth, and families

YOU ARE

  • Strategic frontline fundraiser with experience developing and expanding programs in individual giving, major gifts, and corporate/foundation partnerships

  • Confident, motivated and poised leader who is excited to build and grow the fundraising operation at JCYC

  • Collaborative and dedicated to building authentic relationships with internal and external stakeholders

  • Deeply committed to serving the needs of the community and providing critically important resources through diversified funding streams

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Oversee JCYC fund development in support of a growing organizational budget.

  • Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy that includes the establishment of a major gifts program and grants program aligned with the organization's mission and goals. 

  • Collaborate with the Executive Director and Board of Directors to establish ambitious fundraising targets.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing donors while identifying and engaging new prospective donors. 

  • Create personalized cultivation plans and stewardship strategies to enhance donor engagement and long-term support.

  • Identify and cultivate new partnerships with corporations, community organizations, and other stakeholders to expand the organization's visibility and donor base.

  • Oversee all JCYC fundraising events, including the annual SF Aloha Run as well as individual department fundraisers executed by Board and/or JCYC staff.

  • Direct the submission of grant proposals to foundations, corporations, and government agencies. Ensure alignment with programmatic goals and monitor grant reporting requirements.

  • Oversee marketing and communications output and deliverables. In collaboration with program staff develop compelling communications and public relations strategy to elevate profile of organization and expand funding growth. 

  • Expand a culture of philanthropy with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Co-manage and inspire shared staff, providing mentorship, guidance, and professional development opportunities. Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team culture.

  • Utilize data-driven insights to monitor fundraising progress, track donor trends, and adjust strategies as needed. Generate regular reports for the leadership team and Board of Directors.

  • Collaborate with the Finance team to develop and manage the annual development budget. Ensure responsible stewardship of resources and alignment with strategic priorities.

COMPETENCIES

  • Bachelor's degree required, advanced degree in a relevant field preferred

  • Eight or more years of progressive experience in nonprofit fundraising with a proven track record of successful major gift solicitation, development operations and staff management

  • Three to five years of supervisory experience

  • Center equity and inclusion in work with a strong commitment to JCYC mission and youth and families JCYC serves

  • Strong leadership and team management skills

  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal

  • Demonstrated ability to build and nurture relationships with high-net-worth individuals, foundations, and corporations

  • Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement innovative fundraising strategies

  • Systems thinker who can quickly understand how different parts of an organization intersect, support and inform each other

  • Knowledgeable of fundraising and operations best practices

  • Proficiency in fundraising software, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office Suite

  • Passion for the mission and vision of JCYC

EQUITY STATEMENT

JCYC strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ and people of all abilities to apply.  We actively seek to hire and promote individuals without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religious creed, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or presence of non-job related conditions or disabilities.  All employees of the JCYC participate in a criminal background investigation. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, MYEEP and JCYC will consider for employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

TO APPLY

To apply for this position, or for additional information on the opportunity, please click this link or send a copy of your resume with a cover letter to Victoria Silverman at apply@cooksilverman.com.

All applications and inquiries will receive a response and be kept strictly confidential.

JCYC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.