Assistant Director of Philanthropy

The Assistant Director of Philanthropy plays a critical role in advancing Joybound’s financial sustainability by supporting and strengthening the organization’s mid-level donor program. This position is responsible for managing a portfolio of donors while also contributing to the execution and continuous improvement of a structured donor journey that increases retention, upgrades, and long-term engagement.

Requirements

• Three or more years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a demonstrated record of success securing individual gifts of $5,000 or more.
• Strong ability to build and advance relationships with a diverse community of donors, prospects, colleagues, volunteers, and community partners.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey impact and inspire donor engagement.
• Demonstrated comfort working within data-driven fundraising systems and performance metrics.
• Proficiency in Raiser’s Edge/NXT, iWave, Microsoft Office Suite, and related development technologies.
• Enthusiasm for the human-animal bond, with comfort working in an environment that includes animals.
• Affection for animals, concern for their welfare, and a willingness to accommodate animals in the workplace.
• Pre-employment background screening required.
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License and must not have more than two at-fault incidents in a three-year period and no major at-fault violations in the last ten years and must be insured.
• Four-year college degree or equivalent professional experience required.
• CFRE or similar professional designation preferred.