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Director, Development

locationWichita, KS 67203, USA
PublishedPublished: 6/27/2025
Leadership / Executive Board
Full Time

Working at Envision means having a job that’s more than just a way to make money. It's a job that makes a difference.

We offer team members:

  • Careers with purpose
  • Teamwork environment
  • Amazing 401K Retirement Plan
  • Envision Paid Life Insurance
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA Plans
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • PTO & Vacation
  • Tuition Reimbursement


POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Development will have overall accountability for the development and execution of the strategic plan for the Wichita Foundation to include cultivating and developing relationships with individuals, corporations, and foundations to raise funds to support the foundation activities. The Director should possess a start-up, innovative and entrepreneurial mindset to both accelerate and drive growth and execution as well as build collaborations for future success. The Director will provide leadership and direction for the organization’s fundraising functions including but not limited to donor relations, direct mail, special events, donor tracking/reporting, and special event planning.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE

  • Broaden the base of donors and secure financial support from individuals, foundations and corporations.
  • Collaborate with Grant Administration team to identify opportunities for new, expanded and/or renewed funding.
  • Serve as the lead for sponsorship and donations for Annual Golf Tournament, Annual Gala, White Cane Day Walk, and other fundraising events. Responsibility includes coordination, execution, fulfillment, communication, and follow-up.
  • Ensure database is mined to its fullest potential
  • Develop and implement annual employee giving program
  • Support all fundraising, cultivation and donor appreciation event activities including planning, logistics, registration, etc.
  • Conduct or support public tours as needed.
  • Attend and assist with all Foundation events and coordinate Executive Leadership support, as needed.


JOB REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

Education: Bachelor’s degree required

Experience: A minimum of seven years’ experience in a fundraising related field and/or position required.

Knowledge/Skills:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Experience with donor database management required; Raiser’s Edge software preferred.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
    • Work independently, conceptualizing and executing projects
    • Manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously
    • Interact effectively with employees at all levels as well as the general public
    • Plan and coordinate events.
  • Ability to work independently with little supervision.
  • Ability to work in a team-oriented and collaborative environment.
  • Superior project management skills with the ability to track and juggle various stakeholders and tasks to deliver high-quality results while meeting deadlines.
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ability to handle sensitive or confidential communications or public relations issues.


Licenses/Certifications: NA

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Total Number of Employees Directly Supervising: 1

Number of Subordinate Supervisors Reporting to Position: 2

VISION REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE (check one)

Can be performed with or without assistive technology:

X Required to perform activities such as: preparing/analyzing data/figures; viewing a computer screen; reading; inspecting small objects for defects; using measuring devices; and/or assembling parts with close eye contact.

___Required to perform activities such as: operating machinery and/or power tools at or within arm’s reach; performing non-repetitive tasks such as carpentry work or repairing machinery.

___ Required to review/inspect own assigned work, the work of others, or facilities or structures.

Requires normal (or corrected to normal) vision/acuity:

___ Required to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment such as forklifts.

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Envisions Core Values are the authentic, unwavering principals that define and support our culture.

  • Integrity
  • Curiosity
  • Passion
  • Initiative
  • Teamwork
  • Excellence


COMMENTS

Envision, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status or characteristic. Protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Envision, Inc. employs and advances in employment individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, and does not discriminate on the basis of disability or veteran status in its hiring or employment practices.

Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

In an average workday, employee must:

Task

None

Occasional

Frequent

Constant

Stand

X

Walk

X

Sit

X

Bend/stoop

X

Climb

X

Reach above shoulders

X

Squat/crouch/kneel

X

Push/pull

X

Lift

X

Usual amount

X <10 lbs

11-25 lbs

26-50 lbs

51+ lbs

Carry

X

Usual amount

X <10 lbs

11-25 lbs

26-50 lbs

51+ lbs

Employee must use hands for repetitive action such as:

Task

Right

Hand

Left

Hand

Simple grasping

Yes

Yes

Firm grasping

No

No

Fine manipulation

Yes

Yes

WORKING CONDITIONS INCLUDE

In an average workday, employee is exposed to:

Task

None

Occasional

Frequent

Constant

General shop or store conditions

X

General office environment

X

Humid, extreme hot/cold temps (non-weather)

X

Outdoor weather conditions

X

Fumes or airborne particles

X

Fluorescent lights

X

Moving, mechanical parts

X

Toxic chemicals

X

Loud noise intensity levels

X

Risk of electrical shock

X

Travel for job

X