Development Director

Roles and responsibilities

Develop the Development function operational plans, ensure its alignment to the directorate’s strategy and the overall strategy of JCSA, and manage implementation.

Work closely with the Investment and Business Development Director to ensure their full understanding of approved business opportunities that JCSA will pursue.

Direct all activities related to the construction of development projects (internally or through service providers) and ensure its executed efficiently and effectively.

Direct and approve the development of conceptual, schematic and detailed architectural, structural and services design to ensure alignment with business opportunity’s objectives.

Direct all activities related to drafting the guidelines for JCSA’s land use mix, open and public spaces utilization, utility planning and transportation planning.

Ensure that all buildings and structures design are functional as well as energy efficient, environmentally friendly, aesthetically pleasing and safe.

Drive the documentation of technical requirements through front end engineering design (FEED) early on during the conceptual design phase to form the basis for future detailed designs development and execution.

Direct all activities related to the execution of the construction project plans including, defining project objectives, requirements, phases, constraints and success factors.

Oversee service providers at all stages and provide technical advice when problems arise as necessary and ensure that their work progress is according to the project plan, and raise any delays to the relevant stakeholders.

Validate work performance evaluation against contract details and quality control guidelines to identify gaps and investigate reasons.

Provide input throughout the tendering process to select external vendors for planning, detailed project design, and execution oversight.

Review progress reports related to issues, delays, and deviations from the master plan as well as performance against contract details for decision-making, and recommend corrective actions and mitigations when and as required.

Review and approve change requests and provide recommendations to ensure proper implementation of required changes.
Fundraising Strategy and Planning:
Developing a Fundraising Strategy: Create and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan that aligns with the organization's mission, vision, and goals. This may include setting targets for annual giving, major gifts, planned giving, corporate sponsorships, grants, and events.
Donor Cultivation and Stewardship: Build and maintain strong relationships with current and potential donors, ensuring that they are kept informed and engaged. This includes regular communication, recognizing their contributions, and ensuring they feel appreciated.
Identifying Funding Sources: Research and identify potential donors, foundations, government grants, and corporate partners that align with the organization’s objectives and fundraising needs.
Donor Relations and Engagement:
Donor Identification: Work to identify and target potential high-net-worth individuals, corporations, foundations, and other entities that may contribute to the organization's mission.
Building Relationships: Develop long-term relationships with major donors and potential supporters. This may involve regular meetings, phone calls, events, and personalized communications.
Managing Donor Recognition Programs: Ensure that donors are appropriately recognized for their contributions through public acknowledgment, thank-you letters, events, and other recognition programs.
Maintaining a Donor Database: Oversee the maintenance of a donor management system or database to track donations, communication history, and donor preferences.
Grant Writing and Management:
Grant Research: Research and identify appropriate grant opportunities from foundations, government agencies, and corporations that could benefit the organization.
Writing Grant Proposals: Prepare well-researched, compelling grant proposals to secure funding for specific projects, initiatives, or general operating costs.
Managing Grants: Ensure that grants are properly managed, including meeting all reporting requirements and using funds according to the terms of the agreement.

Desired candidate profile

Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or any other relevant field.

Required Years of Experience:

Minimum of 12 years of experience in a similar role, 5 years of which in a managerial/leadership role.
Marketing and Communications:
Creating Fundraising Campaigns: Design and implement fundraising campaigns, both online and offline, to raise awareness and generate support. This may include direct mail campaigns, email solicitations, social media outreach, and other digital fundraising tactics.
Crafting Communications: Oversee the creation of fundraising materials such as brochures, annual reports, newsletters, and online content to communicate the organization's impact and encourage giving.
Public Relations and Media Engagement: Work with the marketing and communications teams to promote the organization’s mission and fundraising initiatives through media channels, press releases, and public speaking opportunities.
Key Skills and Attributes for a Development Director:
Leadership and Team Management: Strong leadership abilities to manage a fundraising team, oversee staff, and motivate others to achieve ambitious goals.
Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically and develop long-term fundraising plans that align with the organization’s mission and objectives.
Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to interact with donors, staff, the board, and the general public. This includes the ability to make compelling cases for donations.
Relationship Building: Ability to develop and nurture long-term relationships with donors, supporters, and partners, ensuring they remain engaged with the organization.
Project Management: Skilled in managing multiple fundraising initiatives, events, and projects at once, ensuring deadlines are met and goals are achieved.