SENIOR DIRECTOR OF PHILANTHROPY - NORTHERN COLORADO at Denver Rescue Mission

Fort Collins, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Jul, 26

Salary

130000.0

Posted On

22 Apr, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fundraising, Strategic leadership, Team management, Major donor cultivation, Stewardship, Budget management, Public speaking, Community partnerships, Salesforce, CRM systems, Capital campaigns, Coaching, Mentoring, Performance evaluation, Communication, Relationship management

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

Description Hiring Range: $110,000 - $130,000 Annually, based on qualifications and experience. BENEFITS AND PERKS: Comprehensive health plans include medical, dental and vision benefits. Generous vacation, sick time, and holiday pay, plus paid birthday off and ‘refreshment’ day. Tuition reimbursement and child adoption benefits. Employer paid term life insurance, long-term disability, AD&D. Health savings account with generous employer contribution. Flexible spending accounts. Paid parental and bereavement leave. 401(k) with up to 5% company match. Please access our highlights of the benefits package we offer here: Denver Rescue Mission Benefits Guide POSITION SUMMARY The Senior Director of Philanthropy (Northern Colorado) reports directly to the Vice President of Development (VPD) and is responsible for leading and expanding the Mission’s fundraising efforts across Northern Colorado to support ongoing operations, new programs, and future growth initiatives. This role serves as the senior development leader for Northern Colorado, overseeing a growing regional portfolio that currently includes Fort Collins Rescue Mission, Harvest Farm, and prevention programming in partnership with Poudre School District, with the expectation of continued expansion into additional cities, programs, and services across Northern Colorado. The Senior Director provides strategic and operational leadership to the Northern Colorado Relational Giving Team (RGT), with a strong focus on building market presence, expanding the donor base, and increasing revenue through new and existing funding streams. RESPONSIBILITIES Philanthropy Team Leadership & Strategy Provide strategic and operational leadership to the Northern Colorado Relational Giving Team, ensuring alignment, accountability, and strong team performance Direct management of the RGT in Northern Colorado, including mentoring, coaching, goal setting, and performance evaluations, with the Director of Philanthropy serving as a direct report and other team members reporting through that role Establish and execute annual fundraising strategies across major gifts, mid-level giving, monthly sustainers, corporate giving, and church partnerships, with a focus on expanding the donor base and increasing market presence Ensure effective communication and a positive and courageous group spirit with and among the RGT Track and analyze team performance and take action for improvement as needed Lead long-range planning efforts to support continued regional growth and expansion Portfolio & Revenue Growth Manage a portfolio of approximately 50–75 major donors within Northern Colorado, with a strong emphasis on identifying, cultivating, and acquiring new donors Develop and execute strategies to expand the donor base, increase donor engagement, and grow revenue across the region Ensure achievement of annual revenue and expense targets across all areas of responsibility Prepare and manage budgets aligned with regional growth and organizational priorities Regional Strategy & Partnerships Serve as the primary development leader for Northern Colorado, driving market expansion and fundraising strategy across multiple sites and programs Build and strengthen community partnerships to increase visibility, engagement, and revenue opportunities Collaborate closely with program and operations leadership in Northern Colorado to align fundraising efforts with programmatic growth and community needs Partner with the VP of Programs (Northern Colorado) to identify and develop new initiatives that lead to increased donor and grant revenue Effectively collaborate with fellow department leads and site leadership to implement middle and major gift strategies, events, messaging, and donor communications Operational Excellence & Cross-Functional Collaboration Develop and implement strategies to improve team execution, productivity, and effectiveness in a growing market Coordinate and facilitate activities between the RGT and Mission colleagues across departments Ensure compliance with Mission policies and practices Ensure timely planning and effective execution of campaigns, donor communications, and regional initiatives Integrate legacy giving strategies for Northern Colorado donors in coordination with the Legacy Giving Officer based in Denver Communication & Representation Regularly update the VPD on regional performance, growth initiatives, and fundraising outcomes Represent Denver Rescue Mission in Northern Colorado through community engagement and public speaking opportunities Increase awareness of DRM’s mission, programs, and impact within the Northern Colorado region General Responsibilities Attend appropriate weekly, monthly, and quarterly staff meetings Collaborate with programs, operations, finance, and communications staff to secure appropriate project information, including budgets, and create relevant offers and proposals for donors Stay current on fundraising trends and best practices Handle other tasks as assigned by the VPD, Chief Impact Officer, or President/CEO Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred Minimum of 10 years of direct fundraising experience Minimum of 5 years of experience managing a fundraising team, preferably in a large nonprofit organization Demonstrated track record of revenue growth and donor engagement success Strong knowledge of major donor cultivation and stewardship strategies Capital campaign experience preferred Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Strong leadership, coaching, and team development abilities High level of organization and attention to detail Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM systems Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion Willingness to participate in public speaking engagements A heart to serve those experiencing homelessness and poverty Must be a Christian holding to the beliefs set forth in the Statement of Faith, expressed by a personal testimony and Christian conduct Active driver’s license required; a limited amount of work-related travel may be required THIS JOB POSTING WILL RUN THROUGH MAY 8, 2026, OR UNTIL THE VACANCY IS FILLED Denver Rescue Mission is both an equal opportunity employer and a distinctly faith-based Christian organization. Denver Rescue Mission complies with applicable federal, state, and local employment laws, and strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, national original or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, citizenship, parental status, marital status, political ideology, or current or prospective service in the uniformed services. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of employment including recruitment, employment, training, and promotion opportunities. Based upon Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, and the U.S. Constitution, Denver Rescue Mission has the right to, and does, hire only candidates who agree with our Statement of Faith and align with our Christian mission.

Responsibilities

The Senior Director of Philanthropy leads and expands fundraising efforts across Northern Colorado by managing the Relational Giving Team and driving regional growth. They are responsible for cultivating major donor relationships, executing fundraising strategies, and building community partnerships to support the organization's mission.