MyPath - Senior Director Development Communications
MyPath - Senior Director Development Communications
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5years
$ $ 120000 - 130000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Position Type and Location
- Fulltime SalaryExempt
- Remote Hybrid Prioritizing candidates in the San Francisco Bay Area
About MyPath
MyPath a national nonprofit headquartered in the Mission District of San Francisco is focused on paving economic pathways for BIPOC youth and young adults from lowincome communities. MyPath partners with youthfocused systems and networks financial services providers and nonprofits to provide training and technical assistance that ensures that lowincome BIPOC youth s first income streams are opportunities to bank and to build credit savings and financial confidence the foundations of wealthbuilding. MyPath s innovations have transformed the landscape of financial capability and wealthbuilding opportunities for BIPOC young people most recently with our efforts in Financial Mentoring and Guaranteed Income. Our results and best practices have spotlighted the power of first paychecks as opportunities to engage youth in financial capability and have been published by the Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco the Journal of Consumer Affairs the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and others. To learn more about MyPath visit us at MyPathUS.org.
What We re Looking For
MyPath is seeking an energetic and visionary Senior Director of Development & Communications to lead transformative growth and amplify our mission of supporting youth to build their financial capability and get on a path to building wealth. As the driving force behind our fund development strategy you will cultivate highimpact relationships craft compelling proposals and expand our visibility as a thought leader in the field.
This is a role for a strategic and passionate leader who excels at building trust aligning funder priorities with bold organizational goals and inspiring others to action. Reporting directly to the CEO you will oversee fundraising grant writing communications and board engagement while driving innovation and streamlining systems to achieve ambitious revenue targets. For the right motivated individual this position offers a pathway to a Csuite or Chieflevel role within the organization making it an exceptional opportunity for professional growth and leadership advancement.
This is a rare opportunity to join a missiondriven team at the forefront of social change. If you re a dynamic professional eager to lead with purpose and shape the future of an innovative highimpact organization we want to hear from you.
What You ll Do
Fundraising Leadership: Develop and execute a comprehensive fund development strategy to significantly grow and diversify revenue over the next three years with a nearterm goal of hitting revenue targets by June 2025. Own relationships with a portfolio of current and prospective funders cultivating trust and enthusiasm to secure major institutional and philanthropic grants.
Strategic Partnership Development: Collaborate with the CEO board members and leadership team to align funder priorities with MyPath s mission and strategic objectives. Lead prospect research and set up impactful meetings and presentations with funders to secure their investment in MyPath s programs.
Grant Writing and Management: Spearhead the creation of compelling grant proposals and reports ensuring timely submission of highquality packages that align with funder expectations. Oversee the preparation of all necessary attachments and work with program staff and the CFO to develop budgets and meet financial reporting requirements. Maintain accurate tracking of multiyear grants and deadlines in Salesforce NPSP and other platforms.
Visibility and Communications: Elevate MyPath s reputation through strategic communications including storytelling video content and events. Represent MyPath at conferences networking events and other forums to build visibility and credibility. Partner with the CEO and board to advocate for marketing and communication resources that amplify MyPath s impact and reach.
Board Engagement and Development: Establish and lead the new board fundraising committee partnering with key members to design strategies that enhance board engagement and contributions. Provide coaching and support to board members for fundraising initiatives.
Team Leadership and Collaboration: Supervise and support the growth of internal and external team members including a strong grantwriting contractor and our talented Development & Communications Manager. Inspire and align internal teams and stakeholders ensuring systems and processes are effective streamlined and supportive of organizational goals.
Systems Optimization: Partner with the Chief Program Officer to refine data systems and reporting tools to improve efficiency and ensure funders data and information needs are met. Manage ongoing updates and improvements to tracking and reporting systems to support the growing complexity of MyPath s funding landscape.
Requirements
What You ll Bring
68 years of experience in communications and nonprofit fund development including successful grant writing major donor cultivation and development operations.
Proven track record in securing sixfigure funding and building sustainable funder relationships.
Exceptional communication skills with the ability to write both technical and compelling narratives infused with passion.
Strong project management skills and experience in refining development systems to support growth.
Expertise in managing and inspiring teams including direct reports and crossfunctional collaborators.
A creative and entrepreneurial mindset with a knack for spotting trends and adopting best practices in nonprofit fundraising.
Enthusiasm for engaging with diverse communities and advancing equityfocused missions.
What Success Looks Like
Fundraising Goals Met: Secure new revenue by June 2025 through a mix of public and philanthropic grants.
Stronger Systems: Establish efficient data and reporting systems that reduce administrative burden and enhance operational effectiveness.
Increased Visibility: Elevate MyPath s profile among key stakeholders strengthening our positioning as the gotothought leader in youth economic mobility and wealthbuilding.
Board Engagement: Launch a highly engaged board fundraising committee that contributes meaningfully to development goals.
Expanded Impact: Successfully transition major projects launch new initiatives and craft compelling proposals that attract significant funding.
Benefits
Why Join MyPath
Be part of a passionate missiondriven team dedicated to advancing economic and wealth equity.
Work on groundbreaking initiatives like California s first statewide child savings account program.
Gain exposure to highprofile advocacy and innovation in financial capability and youth employment and wealthbuilding
Enjoy professional growth opportunities with a clear path to executive leadership.
Collaborate in a flexible remote work environment with a preference for candidates in the Bay Area.
NOTE: Applicants that do not provide all of the requested materials will not move forward in the process.
6-8 years of experience in communications and nonprofit fund development, including successful grant writing, major donor cultivation, and development operations. Proven track record in securing six-figure funding and building sustainable funder relationships. Exceptional communication skills with the ability to write both technical and compelling narratives infused with passion. Strong project management skills and experience in refining development systems to support growth. Expertise in managing and inspiring teams, including direct reports and cross-functional collaborators. A creative and entrepreneurial mindset, with a knack for spotting trends and adopting best practices in nonprofit fundraising. Enthusiasm for engaging with diverse communities and advancing equity-focused missions.
Education
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
Employment Type
Full Time
Company Industry
Civic and Social Organizations / Non-profit Organizations / Community Services
