Director of Development

What if your next fundraising win could change a life? NEADS Service Dogs is looking for a Director of Development to lead the next chapter of our fundraising growth. This is more than a development position. It’s an opportunity to build relationships, grow revenue, lead a team, and directly expand the number of people whose lives can be transformed by a Service Dog. Located in Princeton, MA , NEADS is a nationally recognized nonprofit that trains and provides Service Dogs for people with disabilities, veterans with PTSD, children with autism, and professionals in hospitals, courthouses, and educational settings. What you'll lead: A growing donor pipeline and major gift strategy Corporate partnerships and sponsorships Board and CEO engagement in fundraising Expansion of NEADS' philanthropic relationships throughout Boston, Worcester & New England We’re looking for someone who: Has 5+ years of progressive fundraising leadership experience Has a proven record of closing major gifts and achieving fundraising goals of $5 Million Knows the Massachusetts/New England philanthropic landscape Is an exceptional relationship builder and storyteller Leads with emotional intelligence and develops high-performing teams Uses data and Salesforce to drive fundraising decisions Is entrepreneurial, strategic, and willing to try something new Is genuinely passionate about the mission of NEADS and the human-canine bond Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Employer-Matched 403(b) Paid Vacation & Holidays EAP Ready to put your fundraising leadership behind a mission that changes lives? #J-18808-Ljbffr NEADS Service Dogs