EBASE
East Bay Alliance For A Sustainable Economy

Director of Development

Based in Oakland, CA
(Hybrid)

 

Location: Downtown Oakland, CA (Hybrid: At least 3 days/week in office)
Salary: $100,000 – $110,000 (DOE) + Annual 3% COLA Increase + Comprehensive Benefits
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Join Us in Building a Thriving East Bay!

About EBASE:
For 25 years, the East Bay Alliance for a Sustainable Economy (EBASE) has been a bold force for economic, racial, and social justice. As an anchor organization in the region, EBASE boasts a strong track record of cultivating alliances among residents, workers, and people of faith. EBASE builds power to ensure that Black and Brown communities, low-wage workers, and tenants have power, dignity, and a voice in shaping their future.

Now, we’re launching a transformative 10-year agenda focused on:

• Worker Power & Liberation
• Housing as a Human Right
• Community Governance

To meet this moment, we are seeking an experienced and collaborative Director of Development to sustain and grow our $3.4 million budget, expand our impact, and build a culture of fundraising rooted in solidarity. If you are a seasoned fundraiser and relationship-builder who thrives in advancing social justice, this is your opportunity to make a lasting difference!

About the Role:
The Director of Development is a visionary leader who will:

• Expand EBASE’s financial resources through grants, donor engagement, and innovative fundraising strategies.
• Lead and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan, ensuring long-term sustainability.
• Cultivate strong relationships with funders, allies, and grassroots donors to drive our mission forward.
• Supervise development staff and contractors, building a strong internal fundraising culture.
• Advance equity-driven fundraising that aligns with our vision of economic, racial, and climate justice.

This role is shared with East Bay Action, a 501(c)(4) organization building voter power in the East Bay.

Core Responsibilities:
Your Impact & Responsibilities
Strategic Fundraising Leadership (20%)

• Develop and oversee an annual multi-channel fundraising strategy (grants, individual donors, events).
• Innovate new revenue sources, leveraging digital fundraising and community-based models.
• Develop and implement multi-year revenue projections to track and align fundraising efforts with organizational growth.

Foundation & Grant Development (40%)

• Cultivate strategic funder relationships and identify new opportunities in worker rights, housing, climate justice, and racial justice.
• Oversee grant writing, compliance, and reporting, ensuring alignment with EBASE’s goals.
• Manage subgrant relationships with community partners in coordination with program teams.

Donor Engagement & Community Fundraising (20%)

• Expand EBASE’s grassroots donor network and host engaging fundraising events.
• Partner with communications teams to craft compelling donor messaging and campaigns.

Leadership & Internal Fundraising Culture (20%)

• Supervise the Development Associate and consultants to strengthen fundraising operations.
• Build staff and board engagement in philanthropy, fostering a shared commitment to resource-building.

Qualifications:
What we are looking for:

• Proven Fundraiser: 5+ years of fundraising leadership, securing grants and donor investments for social justice initiatives. Brings an understanding of the foundation landscape, trends, and opportunities.
• Strategic & Visionary Leader: You see the big picture and chart a path to meet ambitious goals.
• Relationship Builder: You foster authentic connections across racial, economic, and social lines, engaging funders, partners, and grassroots communities. You bring relationships with foundation partners.
• Systems-Thinker: You thrive in data-driven environments, optimizing CRM tools and donor analytics to inform strategy.
• Mission-Driven Advocate: Deep alignment with economic, racial, and social justice, with experience in community organizing, labor movements, or housing justice.
• Bonus: Experience with 501(c)(4) fundraising, political campaigns, and established funder networks.

Compensation & Benefits:
EBASE offers a competitive salary, starting at $100,000 - $110,000 for this position, and an exceptional benefits package valued at approximately $25,000, including:

• Health & Wellness: Fully paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with 4-8% employer contribution.
• Generous Leave:
  • 12-20 vacation days/year (based on tenure).
  • 8 personal days/year.
  • 12 sick days/year.
  • 18 paid holidays/year plus an end-of-year office closure.
  • 3-month sabbatical after 5 years of service.
• Professional Development: Access to growth and training opportunities.

Join Us:
EBASE offers an inclusive, hybrid work environment that values teamwork, high-quality work, and a shared commitment to social justice. If you are a visionary leader ready to enhance EBASE’s capacity and impact, we want to hear from you!

How to Apply:
Please submit your résumé and a thoughtful cover letter detailing your experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this role to: search@workingeastbay.org.

Application Deadline: April 30, 2025

EBASE is an equal-opportunity employer. We strongly encourage people of color, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and candidates with diverse backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Join us in building a Thriving East Bay where everyone has the opportunity to live with dignity, safety, and hope!

Let’s build a Thriving East Bay together!