Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families.
Job Title: Director, International Development
Department: State Operations and Programs
Reports to: VP, Expansion & Mission Advancement
# of direct reports: varies
Salary range: $65,000-$75,000
Revised date: 7/26/24
Position Overview: The Director, International Development is responsible for providing logistical and operational support to specific fundraising and fund development initiatives, with a specific focus on corporate partnerships, individual giving, and major donors with additional support on other fundraising initiatives including special events, and management of online fundraising tracking and reporting.
Job Requirements - Qualified applicants must have:
Bachelor's degree or 1-3 years' experience in general fundraising administration and planning
Superior persuasive writing and presentation skills with the ability to exert influence, inspire others, and articulate the mission, goals, and activities of Best Buddies with passion and enthusiasm
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, and familiarity/comfort with database management systems (i.e. Summa, Auction Pay, Raisers Edge, and other applicable systems for international management)
Superior project management skills - including planning, analysis, decision making, and problem solving - and willingness to multitask
Superior initiative, drive for results, and self-assessment skills, and ability to lead individuals and teams in setting and achieving challenging goals
Must be comfortable engaging with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)
Must travel, use personal cell phone, and work evenings and weekends as necessary in order to accomplish job responsibilities
Access to an automobile with applicable insurance
Job Duties include, but are not limited to:
Fund Development
Develops and implements comprehensive international strategy for securing sustainable funding and works with advisory boards and volunteers on its implementation
Assumes overall operational management responsibility for international fundraising initiatives, including, but not limited to, foundation and corporate giving, individual giving, major gifts, , annual giving, and alumni/parent relations.
Researches grant opportunities, develops proposals to foundations, maintains accurate records and submits reports as required by funders with support from their Grant Writer
Manages local advisory/fiduciary board(s), including recruitment, training, and retention of committee and board members in keeping with BBI Advisory Board guidelines
Identifies, cultivates, and develops volunteers capable of making personal commitments and becoming directly involved in the solicitation process on behalf of Best Buddies - develops and manages stewardship process of all donors, including processing gifts and thank you letters
Marketing
Develops a comprehensive international public awareness strategy, and works with volunteers on its implementation
Creates a strong presence for Best Buddies through public speaking, community involvement, public service announcements, social media, special events, news releases, and other media initiatives
Develops relationships with local graphic artists, public relations professionals, and advertising agencies to support local needs of country programs
Contributes to the organization of content and images for updates on expansion state website and utilizes databases appropriately to communicate with participants and the community
Contributes to the creation and distribution of international and local newsletters/annual reports and e-newsletters
Operations
Maintains communication with HQ with timely reports and other information as directed
Uses the online reimbursement system to effectively track and manage reimbursement requests
Develops, monitors and balances the expansion development budget, including reviewing monthly financial statements, tracking all expenses and revenue, and adjusting spending/fundraising plans as needed.
Oversees timely and accurate processing of all revenue and invoices, and maintains accurate records of all donations and donor information through Raiser's Edge.
Best Buddies® is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EOE and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to Best Buddies International's core values and help the organization continue to achieve its mission. Here at Best Buddies, our goal is to lead and advocate for a more inclusive world.
Best Buddies offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program that include financial security, health and wellness and time off.
