The Dharavi Dream Project
Education • Charity • Social Impact
The Dharavi Dream Project is a nonprofit initiative that empowers students from marginalised backgrounds by providing them with scholarships, mentorship, and essential resources necessary for pursuing higher education. By breaking down barriers related to immigration status and systemic disadvantages, the project aims to ensure that every student has access to affordable education and the support they need to succeed academically and professionally.
Development Director
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April 28
The Dharavi Dream Project
Education • Charity • Social Impact
The Dharavi Dream Project is a nonprofit initiative that empowers students from marginalised backgrounds by providing them with scholarships, mentorship, and essential resources necessary for pursuing higher education. By breaking down barriers related to immigration status and systemic disadvantages, the project aims to ensure that every student has access to affordable education and the support they need to succeed academically and professionally.
📋 Description
• Reporting to and working in close partnership with the Executive Director (ED) • The Development Director spearheads the Dream Project’s fundraising efforts. • Supported by the Business Manager and Program Manager and will collaborate with a passionate, involved and experienced Board of Directors and Executive Committee. • The position offers the opportunity to have a substantial impact on our scholars and their community and to imagine and develop new fundraising strategies and initiatives. • Travel to DC or Northern Virginia will be required.
🎯 Requirements
• Knowledge of the craft of fundraising and success in generating annual revenue in the nonprofit sector with three to five years experience • Experience building relationships and cultivating individuals for their support • Organizational and interpersonal skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines • Oral and written communication abilities, including public speaking skills • Ability to communicate the stories, challenges and triumphs of our student community • Committed to working with a collaborative team and able to work closely with an activist Board of Directors • Occasional night and weekend work required (dinners, fundraising events, etc.) • Open and willing to pursue professional development opportunities • Spanish language a plus but not required
🏖️ Benefits
• Health insurance • 401(k) plan • Generous leave policy
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