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The OLC is in an exciting phase of strategic growth and organizational development to deepen our impact as an innovative, effective, and sustainable literacy hub for Oakland. Our passionate and entrepreneurial team, led by two women Co-Executive Directors, is committed to fostering collaboration and continuous learning internally and across our network to advance our mission.
OPEN POSITIONS
Director of Development
Full Time
The Oakland Literacy Coalition (OLC) is seeking a dynamic, results-driven Director of Development to lead the strategy and growth of our fundraising efforts, propelling our mission forward and expanding our impact on literacy in Oakland. This pivotal role requires a visionary leader who can build on our current successes while cultivating new and innovative funding opportunities.
As a core member of OLC’s senior leadership team, the Director of Development will drive the organization’s fundraising program and forge new relationships to build the OLC’s financial resources. This role is both strategic and tactical, as it is responsible for developing, managing, and executing the OLC’s development plan and activities. The ideal candidate will be a seasoned fundraising professional, competent and confident in both external relationship-building and operationalizing plans internally, with a high degree of independence and a deep commitment to the OLC’s mission and values.
This is a full-time, exempt position (40 hours per week) based in Oakland, CA, with an anticipated start date in January 2025. The Director of Development will report directly to Executive Director Sanam Jorjani and work closely with staff, board members, independent contractors, and external stakeholders to achieve the organization’s ambitious growth goals.
Priority Deadline: Dec 6th, 2024