Looking for a career in childhood bereavement? Here are current job opportunities available at NACG & Member Organizations.
National Development Director at National Alliance for Children’s Grief (Remote). Full-Time, Exempt.
Position Overview
The National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG) seeks an experienced and motivated National Development Director to lead its fundraising efforts in support of its mission. This full-time, remote position involves developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies, including individual giving, corporate and foundation support, planned giving, and sponsorships. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in nonprofit fundraising, grant writing, donor cultivation, campaign management and a strong commitment to NACG’s mission and values. Reporting directly to the CEO, the National Development Director will collaborate with a dedicated team, represent the organization at public events, and play a vital role in shaping the organization’s future and advancing its critical work.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Fundraising Leadership: Propose, plan, initiate, and implement activities to deliver the fundraising goals of the organization.
- Grant Development and Management: Research and identify new grant opportunities, prepare compelling grant proposals, and produce accurate and timely reports.
- Annual Fund Campaign Oversight: Manage all aspects of the annual fund campaign, including crafting impactful appeals, managing donor data, and processing gift contributions efficiently.
- Sponsorship Development: Maintain and grow sponsorship revenue through NACG events, ensuring mutually beneficial partnerships.
- Donor Communications: Partner with the communications team to develop and execute effective donor communication strategies and marketing materials that inspire support.
- Donor and Partner Relations: Cultivate and maintain strong, positive relationships with existing funding partners and donors to enhance engagement and support.
- Data-Driven Strategy: Monitor and analyze fundraising data to assess performance and refine strategies to meet and exceed development goals.
- Representation and Advocacy: Represent NACG at public events in collaboration with the CEO and other NACG staff, acting as an ambassador for the organization’s mission.
- Other duties as requested that support the mission of NACG.
Critical Competencies for Success:
- Experience in successful donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies that expand donor base and increase revenue.
- Knowledge of fundraising best practices.
- Experienced in grant writing, preparation, and administration.
- Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
- Excellent research and written and verbal presentation skills.
- Excellent analytical skills for tracking, evaluating, and optimizing fundraising initiatives.
- Ability to operate with a minimum of supervision and can work collaboratively in a team.
- Strong interpersonal, listening, verbal, and written skills.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective internal and external relationships.
- Proven skills in leading change and influencing positive outcomes.
- Ability to work in a virtual environment and maintain accountability.
- Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the National Alliance for Children’s Grief.
Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in business or another related field is required. Comparable professional experience may be considered in place of a degree for candidates with a strong track record of success in nonprofit fundraising and development.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a proven track record of success.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Expertise and a record of success in developing fundraising strategies and implementation.
- Demonstrated ability to write successful grants and funding proposals.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, Board members, and volunteers.
- Commitment to promoting justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion as core values in professional practice.
- Ability to engage with diverse communities through culturally informed practices that prioritize respect and equity.
- Working knowledge of, or an ability to learn, a variety of computer programs and applications. Including, but not limited to, Little Green Light, Zoom, Dropbox, and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Ability to travel throughout the United States.
- Ability to maintain the highest levels of confidentiality.
- Commitment to ethical practices in all activities.
Preferred:
- Previous non-profit experience.
- CFRE certification is preferred.
- Experience in the bereavement field.
Compensation and Benefits: The base pay range for this role is between $70,000 and $79,000. Actual placement in the range is based on job-related skills and experience, as evaluated by the interview process. A comprehensive benefits package includes a healthcare stipend, a retirement plan with employer match, and generous paid leave.
Work Environment: NACG conducts its business through a virtual office. The National Development Director will work from a remote home office. The organization will provide a laptop computer, printer, and scanner, or costs will be reimbursed by the organization. Travel is expected multiple times per year, including to The National Symposium on Children’s Grief. The NACG is committed to setting new team members up for success. The National Development Director will receive training on the organization’s systems and operational processes. Ongoing support and resources will be provided to ensure a smooth transition into the role.
Application Information: Interested applicants should submit a resume and cover letter to info@nacg.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Final candidates will participate in a multi-stage interview process, including virtual interviews with leadership.
Cultivating a diverse and inclusive team of board members, staff members, and partners is essential to NACG’s work to advance equity. Candidates of all backgrounds and abilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
Questions should be directed to info@nacg.org. Learn more about the NACG at www.nacg.org
Certified Child Life Specialist at Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital- Corewell Health. Full-Time. Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Position Overview
This Child Life Specialist/Adult and Family Support team member provides developmentally appropriate information about medical tests, procedures, and new diagnoses. They offer procedural support, assist with coping during hospitalization, and manage pain using nonpharmacologic methods. Additionally, they provide support during end-of-life care and bereavement, sharing resources and helping develop legacy materials. This support is available for children of adult patients, adolescent patients transitioning to adult care, and developmentally delayed patients up to 21 years of age.
Application Information: Interested applicants should apply here.
Questions should be directed to Becky Hibma at: becky.hibma@helendevoschildrens.org.