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Development Director (Remote - Bismarck, ND Area)

BIO Girls Development Director

The Development Director (DD) is responsible for managing the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of a portfolio of donors, sponsors, and prospects in western North Dakota. The DD consistently delivers revenue needed for organizational priorities by building trusting relationships with prospects and connecting benefactors with organizational needs. The DD possesses a deep knowledge of gift planning concepts and methods.

A successful candidate will be deeply passionate about the BIO Girls mission, the impact it has and the proven outcomes, while having the ability to convey the importance of our programs to a wide range of existing and prospective sponsors. The Development Director role is a remote, 40-hour per week, salaried position and will report to the Chief Development Officer.

The BIO Girls Development Director role will be a key role in BIO Girls’ growth and sustainability.

Essential Duties:

• Develop heartfelt relationships with donors to help them accomplish their philanthropic goals and ambitions.

• Meet and strive to exceed budgeted fundraising goals.

• Develop and execute strategies to identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donor and sponsor prospects in western North Dakota.

• Manage and nurture a portfolio of major individual donors, major business donors and sponsors.

• Develop multi-year sponsorship and Official Partner agreements with existing and new businesses.

• Develop, track and assess KPIs.

• Positively represent BIO Girls at community and networking events.

• Work closely with the BIO Girls CEO, CDO, Board of Directors, and development committees to provide support for their solicitation efforts.

• Collaborate with team members and volunteers throughout the BIO Girls organization to further the mission.

• Utilize Salesforce to manage all donor relationships, develop pipeline reports, and monitor and report on progress toward goals.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• College degree

• 3+ years of experience in a sales or development role with demonstrated success

• Proven track record developing and maintaining relationships

• Experience working with all levels in an organization to achieve a common goal

• Regular travel is expected, typically on a monthly basis, including to western North Dakota and to Fargo, ND, for team meetings, training sessions, or other organizational needs. Travel frequency and duration may vary and will be communicated in advance.

• Must be located within 30 miles of the Bismarck/Mandan, ND area.

To excel in the role, the candidate must:

• Embrace and ooze passion for the mission of BIO Girls.

• Believes in a Team approach to development and fundraising.

• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and relationship development skills.

• Be a creative problem-solver.

• Be a self-starter and able to work independently as a remote staff member.

• Have excellent organizational skills

• Excel in an entrepreneurial environment.

• Communicate clearly and effectively.

• Possess negotiation and sales skills.

• Manage time effectively with the ability to follow-through on tasks and goals.

• Be able to effectively prioritize workload to achieve results.

• Be a collaborative team player

Salary/Benefits

• Salary: Competitive/commensurate with experience and other qualifications.

• Bonus Potential

• Medical Benefits

• Short-term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Life Insurance

• Generous Paid Time Off Policy

• Paid Family Leave

• Flexible Schedule

• 13 Paid Holidays

• Infant at Work Benefits

• Family-first culture

• Remote work setup will include: laptop computer, second monitor, keyboard, & mouse.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time.

• Must be able to regularly travel throughout the region.

About BIO Girls

BIO Girls is on a mission too important to fail - improving the mental health of adolescent girls through empowerment of self and connection to others. Did you know that six in 10 adolescent girls battle low self-esteem? It’s a crisis - and the BIO Girls 12-session program is proven through independent research to increase the self-esteem in seven of 10 participants. BIO Girls is an inclusive program that welcomes girls of all demographics.

The impact of BIO Girls:

• 120 programs, empowering more than 3,000 girls in North Dakota, South Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Iowa

• $330,000 worth of scholarships and financial assistance provided for participants across the Midwest

• 7 of 10 participants experience a significant increase in self-esteem

Our Values:

• Faith: BIO Girls believes in the value that faith in a higher power brings, fostering purpose, resilience, and mental well-being.

• Gratitude: BIO Girls cultivates a deep, genuine culture of gratitude that goes beyond surface-level gestures, recognizing and valuing the contributions of all.

• Passion: Our staff and volunteers are deeply committed to the mission of BIO Girls, bringing unwavering passion and enthusiasm to empower and uplift every participant.

• Connection: BIO Girls is committed to fostering valuable relationships that inspire growth, support, and a sense of belonging for all.

• Joy: BIO Girls staff and volunteers bring enthusiasm and joy to our work, creating a positive, and uplifting environment for all.

Hiring Timeline:

• Applications will be accepted through October 10th, qualified applicants will be contacted beginning the week of October 13th.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

Work Location: Remote