Description

Silos & Smokestacks National Heritage Area is hiring a Director of Development. This position is a key leadership role focused on advancing programs, building partnerships, and supporting the preservation of America’s agricultural story.

If you’re passionate about history, community impact, and strategic fundraising, this is an incredible opportunity to make a difference across Northeast Iowa.

Join a mission-driven team and help tell the story of American agriculture. Learn more and apply today at https://www.silosandsmokestacks.org/careers-internships/director-of-development/.

Requirements

The Silos & Smokestacks Director of Development is responsible for strengthening the organization’s current financial health and long-term sustainability. S/he will create and implement an overall fund development plan in partnership with Silos & Smokestacks staff and trustees to sustain operations and programming of the organization. The Director of Development work includes resource generation campaigns, special events, grants, and cultivating relationships with foundations, corporations, charitable organizations and individuals. The Director of Development will also serve as the public facing staff person for the organization with service clubs and similar organizations. This role will require above average interpersonal communications skills, strong ability to multi-task, a drive to succeed, and the ability to work with other staff as a team while meeting individual work goals.