Director of Development

DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT – KANSAS  

Job Category: Development 

Job Status: Full-time, exempt position 

Reports to: Wichita Branch Director  

About FosterAdopt Connect: 
 

FosterAdopt Connect (FAC) works with children, youth, and families as they navigate the complexities of the child welfare system. With the help of innovative leadership, we are a dedicated, professional staff with a history of over 20 years of experience working in the Kansas and Missouri foster care systems. Be a part of a progressive, diverse and inclusive organization that connects children with families that provide a safe, stable environment for foster and adoptive children. Join us in changing the lives of foster children, one child and one family at a time.  

Job Summary:
The Director of Development – Kansas is responsible for the work of the Development Department and works under the supervision of the Wichita Branch Director. As leader of the grants and fundraising operations across the state of Kansas, this position is charged with overseeing all grant solicitation and management activities for FAC KS, working in collaboration and coordination with the Director of Grants and Sr. Grants Coordinator in Missouri. Also responsible for managing contracts with state and federal sources, and Kansas tax credit agreements. Ensures effective communication with funders and implements effective document retention practices for all agreements/contracts to ensure compliance. In addition, they support agency data collection/analysis activities, donor publications, and database (CRM) management. Primary liaison between FAC and Kansas funding partners. Ensures FAC’s strict adherence to ethical standards for management of donor funds.  

Responsibilities: Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Identifies grant opportunities and other funding opportunities across Kansas and at the Federal level to support FAC operations. 

• Drafts letters of inquiry, grant proposals, stewardship reports, and other documents, as needed.
   

• Public speaking to present the agency and proposals to potential funders. 

• Develops Kansas grant calendars across all FAC KS branch locations and programs. 

• Coordinates communications between program staff and grantors/partners. 

• Manages existing grant awards to ensure compliance with grant award agreements. 

• Informs program staff and FAC leadership of changes to grant funding or reporting requirements. 

• Works in coordination with Database and Prospect Research Coordinator to manage and improve donor CRM utilization, reporting and develops policies and procedures to accurately track contributions across Kansas. 

• Leads Kansas corporate fund development and engagement opportunities, including soliciting financial support through sponsorships, engaging companies in volunteer activities, and managing corporate relationships.
   

• Advances agency priorities by securing corporate/foundation support through direct funding, gifts in-kind, or other agreements.
   

• Provide technical leadership and information to staff. 

• Assists Wichita branch director with events and outreach opportunities. 

Qualifications & Preferred Skills 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication, Nonprofit, Business Administration, or related field.  

• Greater than (7) seven years’ experience seeking grant funding and development work. 

• Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing. 

• Skill collecting and analyzing information, and to devise and develop statistical analyses and reports. 

• Knowledge of current developments/trends in the grants profession. 

• Manage and navigate multiple database systems both internal and external.  

• Experienced in analysis and interpretation of financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and/or projections. 

• Knowledge of budgeting and fiscal management principles and procedures. 

• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities with the capacity to work under multiple deadlines on multiple projects at a time.  

• Experience in sound administrative/procedural decisions and judgments. 

• Expert knowledge of grant funding sources, mechanisms, policies and procedures and applicable local, state, federal and FAC regulations. 

• Knowledge and compliance with business ethics and grant professionals ethical guidelines. 

• Professional skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications – including Microsoft Office programs and Adobe Creative Cloud programs. 

Compensation and Benefits  

• Compensation commensurate with experience. 

• Comprehensive benefits package including: 

• Highly-competitive health plan. 

• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) with generous employer contribution. 

• Life insurance and long-term disability provided at no cost to employee.  

• Voluntary life and short-term disability options available. 

• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% employer match. 

• Flexible Spending Account with medical expense and dependent care options. 

• Employee Assistance Program. 

• Generous paid time off and holidays. 

FosterAdopt Connect does not and shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin (ancestry), disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status, in any of its programs or services. These activities include, but are not limited to, hiring and firing of staff, selection of volunteers and vendors, and provision of services. We are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff, volunteers, subcontractors, vendors, and members. 

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