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Boys & Girls Clubs of America is the nation's premier youth development organization. Our programs, training and services impact nearly 4 million children and teens every year. We are always looking for qualified professionals with a passion for improving young lives, as a member of our national staff.  We have strong  values , embrace  diversity  and offer great  benefits  to allow our employees to maintain work/life balance.  Under the supervision of the National Director, Integrated Direct Marketing, Resource Development, the Director, Mass Market Engagement will work as part of a diverse team that has responsibility for planning and implementing an aggressive fundraising program for BGCA’s nationally managed Integrated Direct Marketing program.  This position touches all of BGCA’s mass market programs including direct response fundraising, alumni recruitment and activation, advocacy, and brand through direct mail, direct response television and digital channels. This position is also tasked with assisting in the development of additional giving entry points to attract new donors, third party fundraising platforms, donor upgrade strategies and must be current on emerging industry trends. This position also works closely with our operations team to build and analyze performance reports and organizational benchmarks. Candidate should have strong project management experience and be nimble and entrepreneurial.  Should have experience managing multiple vendors and budgets, including tracking and net investment scenario building.  Experience working in a federated, franchise or affiliate model is strongly preferred. Responsibilities Support, Inform, and Execute Donor Affinity Strategy Work collaboratively within BGCA to identify and establish current and potential donor pathways for engagement and solicitation in a multichannel environment Support collaborative efforts with local Clubs and internal Boys & Girls Clubs of America departments, including Marketing & Communications and Field Operations. Work with Resource Development Operations and BGCA Marketing to ensure adequate and robust data collection and business intelligence to support donor engagement Participate in creation of a comprehensive calendar of acquisition, cultivation, stewardship and solicitation activities and manage key strategies as assigned. Expand additional giving opportunities through established and emerging third party platforms and acquiring new donors. Develop, Plan and Execute the retention, engagement and upgrade strategy for existing donors, supporters and advocates Responsible for the creation of a dynamic fundraising strategies to ensure revenue goals are achieved utilizing industry best practices Participate in workgroups and influence strategy, creation and execution of constituent pathways Support the Business Operations of Service Maintain proactive and collaborative working relationships with colleagues in Marketing & Communications; RD Operations, Alumni, other fundraising lines of business (as needed) and any outside vendors.  Function as an integral member of the RD team; assisting in all areas including planning, solicitation, implementation, and evaluation. Perform other fundraising activities as assigned. Conduct and/or participate in state, regional, and national staff meetings and conferences. Demonstrate BGCA mission driven values of integrity, excellence and inclusion and integrate into work environment and ways of work. Adhere to organizational policies and procedures as described in BGCA’s Employee Handbook, Ethics Policy and elsewhere. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES Relationships and Teambuilding Builds trust and rapport quickly Relates well to people of varying backgrounds Demonstrates success in understanding donor motivation Works collaboratively with internal and external teams Shares information in an open and transparent fashion Is tactful and respectful Addresses conflicts constructively Communication Expresses self clearly and concisely verbally and in writing Demonstrate acumen of digital communications Adapts messages to the audience Presents in interesting and engaging way Focuses attention on important items Quickly produces written material that is articulate, concise and well-organized Integrity Treats others fairly and consistently Deals with others in an honest manner Accepts responsibility for actions Confronts unethical behavior  Acts according to stated intentions Execution Creates and communicates tactical objectives and action plans Monitors progress Drives for success and achieves results Holds self and others accountable for completing tasks on schedule Determination, Adaptability and Tenacity Anticipates and overcomes obstacles Flexible and dynamic problem solving skills Exhibits resourcefulness and finds alternatives Takes appropriate risks Learns from challenges Maintains positive outlook under pressure Puts in extra effort when necessary Passion, Commitment and Knowledge of BGCA and Movement Demonstrates dedication to the BGC Movement Gives compelling testimony to the value of the cause Shows care and concern for youth Moves others to commit to the cause Understands outcome measurement Understands BGCA culture, resources, and budgeting/financial processes  Effective Fundraiser Establishes self as a credible representative of the cause Identifies, qualifies, cultivates, solicits, closes, stewards and renews commitments Builds a strong partnership with the donor Identifies donor “hot buttons” and needs Convinces donors to support the cause Acts as a good steward of the donor’s resources. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree preferred or related education/experience equivalency Minimum of five years demonstrated successful development experience Demonstrated track record with successful fundraising campaigns including face-to-face      Successful track record meeting fundraising objectives; and with planning, managing and executing individual solicitations Knowledge of fund development principles and best practices Experience managing successful donor cultivation events is preferred   Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office, fundraising software (Salesforce, Luminate) and research and spreadsheet skills High energy, driven, dedicated, motivated, confident, flexible and creative. Comfortable planning, managing and performing multi-faceted projects in conjunction with day-to-day activities.  Superior interpersonal and negotiation skills.  Able to get along with diverse personalities; tactful and mature.  Good reasoning and sound judgment. Ability to work for prolonged periods at high levels of activity; managing multiple tasks with varying deadlines and attending to details; ability to think strategically; ability to sit for more than four hours per day; reading comprehension and listening No Direct Reports Normal internal working environment. Approximately 10-20% travel, including weekends - depending upon scheduling requirements). The individual selected for this position must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and be able to navigate areas of the country by using a map or other direction methods.  Ability to travel by car and airplane.