Location: Fully Remote Position
Organization: play360.org

About Us: Established in 2010, and with projects in more than 25 countries, play360 develops
the capacity of community leaders to build low-cost, locally-sourced, educational playgrounds.
After a decade of direct grass-roots programming, in 2020 we launched a free online course that
delivers transferable leadership skills with one-on-one mentorship and cohort support. Anyone
in the world with access to the internet is eligible to participate, and those who successfully
complete the course to become playmakers receive seed funding to build their first community
playground.

This shift from staff-led projects to local community leader-led projects has resulted in
tremendous growth, taking us from an average of 5-8 playgrounds per year, up to 49 built in
2023, with even more projected in 2024. As we leave the beta phase, and with the demand for
playgrounds rising, we find ourselves limited only by funding to be able to grow exponentially.

Position Overview: We are seeking a passionate and dynamic part-time Development Director
to join our growing team. As Development Director you will play a crucial role as part of our
leadership team, advancing our mission and fundraising efforts for the organization as a whole,
as well as supporting our playmakers in their individual fundraising efforts.

The successful candidate will enjoy working independently as the position is fully remote,
however you can expect frequent online interactions to allow you to easily develop relationships
with other key staff and stakeholders. Through a deep understanding of the organization, you
will be asked to improve upon current fundraising strategies and develop new ones to expand
our capacity to reach donors and playmakers around the world. You will be given a great deal of
autonomy to make decisions and it is expected that you have proven experience and passion
for this work, as well as an excitement about joining a growing organization, and the possibility
of growing with it.

This is a fully remote part-time 1099 position requiring approximately 20 hours per week. The
Development Director reports to the Managing Director and at times will liaise with the Board of
Directors and/or Advisory Board. Salary is negotiable, and is eligible for increases over time with
demonstrated success. Option to be structured as a flat fee or hourly rate, this will be mutually
decided upon during the hiring process based on individual circumstances.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fundraising Strategy:
  • Develop and follow a comprehensive 3-year fundraising strategy to meet the
    financial goals of the organization.
  • Set personal goals for fundraising efforts to create benchmarks for success.
  • Maintain current efforts, as well as identify and pursue new funding opportunities,
    including grants, donations, sponsorships, and more.
• Grant Writing and Management:
  • Research and identify grant opportunities aligned with the organization’s mission
    and programs, utilizing online grant portal and calendar of deadlines
  • Develop and submit compelling grant proposals and applications – building on
    existing language about organizational mission, programming, and priorities.
    Update language as needed, and ensure accuracy, completeness, and
    adherence to funder guidelines.
  • Collaborate with staff and playmakers to gather necessary information and
    supporting documentation for proposals
  • Organize and utilize existing grant portal, including management of log-ins and
    access, as well as relevant file structuring
  • Manage grant reporting and ensure proper documentation and accountability for
    funds received, liaising with bookkeeper.
• Donor Relations:
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with current and potential donors
  • Maintain a log of individual donations, create donation acknowledgment letters
    and develop a stewardship program to enhance donor retention and satisfaction.
  • Create and manage fundraising campaigns and events to engage supporters and
    attract new donors.
  • Prepare and present compelling proposals and reports to donors and funding
    agencies.
  • Draft fundraising emails, texts, etc. for fundraising campaigns
  • Submit organization information to development campaign platforms
• Communications and Marketing:
  • Collaborate with the communications team to create impactful fundraising
    materials and campaigns.
  • Utilize social media, newsletters, and other platforms to promote fundraising
    initiatives and playmaker success stories
• Leadership and Collaboration:
  • Work closely with the Managing Director and Playmaker advisory committee and
    provide leadership in all aspects of organizational financial sustainability.
  • Provide regular updates and reports on fundraising progress and outcomes.