STILLWATER AREA DIRECTOR
STILLWATER, OK
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma is in the business of changing lives. We match children facing adversity (we call them Littles) with caring adult role models (we call them Bigs). Our Bigs share experiences with our Littles that expand their world in new ways. Our life-shaping results are proven through measured outcomes that show tangible results of improving the lives of our Littles for the better, forever.
Join the BBBSOK Team in Stillwater
We have a unique opportunity for a proven, results-driven fundraiser to lead our Stillwater work. The successful candidate will have sales or fundraising experience with a demonstrated drive to achieve or exceed goal. There is a lot of opportunity for creativity and proactivity at BBBSOK as we work to raise more money to make more matches..
Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@bbbsok.org with the subject: Stillwater Area Director.
MORE INFORMATION
Our Area Director reports to the statewide CEO. The successful candidate will:
Be the strategic leader and personal implementer of local fundraising, volunteer recruitment and local BBBSOK relationships. Annual fundraising goal is $180,000+.
Supervise local staff.
Ensure accurate financial information flow to the state office.
Serve as the face of and an expert on Big Brothers Big Sisters in Stillwater.
Develop and cultivate partnerships and donors.
Recruit for and partner with local resource board and committee members to advance the BBBSOK mission in Stillwater.
Develop new relationships with local potential funders resulting in new gifts to the organization for work in Stillwater.
Maintain strong relationship with the local United Way. Serve as primary contact for United Way agency meetings, speaking requests, etc.
Work in cooperation with state grant writer on proposals, grant reporting and all foundation communication. Maintain a strong relationship with local representatives of these donations.
Manage and implement all major fundraising events including Bowl for Kids’ Sake and the annual Gala.
Maintain donor history, notes and gift information in donor databases.
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree required
A minimum of two years of progressively responsible fundraising or sales experience
Superior communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively address all levels in the organization
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
Self-motivated, goal oriented and results driven
Ability to work some evenings and weekends
Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@bbbsok.org with the subject: Stillwater Area Director.
BBBSOK is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetics, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status as established by law.