Organization Overview:
The Furniture Bank of Southeastern Michigan has a mission to provide beds and furniture to children and families in need. It collects donations of gently used furniture and provides these items to families and individuals in poverty, transitioning from homelessness, working with child protective services, or fleeing crisis or abuse, doing so in conjunction with a network of 75 health and human service referral partners. In 2023, the Furniture Bank provided more than 2,000 local families with 18,000 items valued at more than $1 million.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Fund Development:
- Develop, execute, and manage short- and long-term charitable giving strategies to drive revenue growth.
- Lead charitable giving initiatives including annual giving, direct mail programs, grant writing, and special events.
- Solicit major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations.
- Effectively communicate the organization's mission and funding needs through written and verbal channels.
- Maintain donor relationships and ensure appropriate recognition.
Community Relations:
- Lead the organization’s efforts to attract donations of gently used furniture from the public at large, as well as potential “bulk” furniture donors such as retailers, hotels, universities, country clubs and other users of basic items needed in the homes of vulnerable families.
- Represent the organization at community events, media appearances, and in print media to advocate for support.
- Oversee the organization's social media presence and website content.
- Foster positive relationships with professional and social service groups in the community.
Finance:
- Prepare annual budgets in collaboration with the Board Treasurer and ensure adherence to approved budgets.
- Manage financial operations, including budgeting, cash flow, and financial controls.
- Facilitate annual independent financial audits.
Organizational Operations:
- Recommend and implement policies to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Maintain accountability and transparency in organizational operations, including facility management and reporting.
- Ensure legal obligations of the organization are met.
Board of Directors:
- Develop and recommend strategic plans to the Board for agency programs and services.
- Maintain open communication with the Board and provide updates on organizational activities.
- In conjunction with the Board of Directors, actively recruit new board members who will help advance the organization’s mission.
Leading & Managing:
- Supervise, direct, and evaluate management staff and contract employees.
- Oversee personnel functions including hiring, training, and performance management.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree a plus.
- Minimum of five years of experience in management or fundraising roles within the nonprofit sector, with a track record of successful leadership and organizational growth.
- Proven ability to develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies, including experience in major gifts solicitation, special events, grant writing, direct mail and donor stewardship.
- Strong financial acumen, including experience in budget development, financial analysis, and oversight of financial reporting.
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders, including donors, volunteers, board members, staff, clients and community partners.
- Experience in strategic planning and implementation, with the ability to translate organizational goals into actionable plans and initiatives.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively convey the organization's mission, vision, and impact to various audiences.
- Knowledge of best practices in nonprofit governance, compliance, and risk management.
- Passion for helping others and a deep understanding of the issues facing marginalized communities, particularly in the areas of poverty and housing insecurity.
- Prior experience working with furniture, trucks and/or logistics a plus.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Paid vacation and personal/sick leave
- Paid holidays
- 401k
- Salary Range: $80,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience
How to Apply
Interested applicants can send resumes to ED@furniture-bank.org.