Senior Director of Development

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Director of Development

We are seeking an accomplished and results-driven Senior Director of Development to lead the organization's fundraising, business development, and revenue-generation strategy.

This senior leadership position is responsible for expanding and diversifying funding through corporate partnerships, major gifts, grants, sponsorships, and national and global initiatives. The Senior Director of Development will exercise a high level of independent judgment in identifying revenue opportunities, cultivating relationships, negotiating partnerships, and developing strategic initiatives that advance the organization's mission and long-term financial sustainability.

The ideal candidate is a strategic relationship builder with a demonstrated record of securing significant funding, developing strong donor and corporate partnerships, and leading revenue-focused development efforts within a nonprofit or mission-driven organization.

We offer the following competitive benefits package:

• Competitive Salary based on experience
• Medical Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Retirement Plan

Why Join Alma Domestic Violence Foundation?

At Alma Domestic Violence Foundation (ADVF) , we believe every individual deserves to live free from violence, fear, and abuse. Our mission is to empower survivors of domestic violence by providing comprehensive advocacy, supportive services, housing resources, legal assistance, education, and community partnerships that promote safety, healing, and long-term independence. As our Senior Director of Development , you will play a pivotal role in advancing this mission by securing the financial resources and strategic partnerships needed to expand our programs and increase our impact. Your leadership will directly support innovative initiatives that improve the lives of survivors and strengthen communities throughout Metro Atlanta and beyond. This is more than a fundraising position-it is an opportunity to shape the future of a growing nonprofit organization, cultivate transformational partnerships, and help build sustainable funding that allows ADVF to serve more individuals and families in need. If you are a visionary leader with a passion for philanthropy, community engagement, and creating lasting social change, we invite you to join our team and make a meaningful difference.

 

Position OverviewFundraising and Revenue Strategy

• Develop and execute a comprehensive development and revenue strategy aligned with the organization's mission, strategic priorities, and financial goals.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and secure funding from corporations, foundations, government entities, major donors, and other funding partners.
• Lead sales-oriented fundraising strategies designed to generate sustainable revenue and expand organizational impact.
• Establish annual fundraising goals, performance benchmarks, and revenue projections.
• Analyze fundraising performance and adjust strategies as needed to meet financial targets.

Business Development and Strategic Partnerships

• Build and manage a robust pipeline of prospective donors, sponsors, corporate partners, and funding organizations.
• Lead partnership discussions, sponsorship proposals, and funding negotiations.
• Establish and maintain strategic relationships with corporate, philanthropic, governmental, and community partners.
• Identify opportunities to expand the organization's presence through national and international partnerships and initiatives.
• Represent the organization at conferences, networking events, donor meetings, community engagements, and other professional forums.

Donor Engagement and Stewardship

• Develop and oversee donor cultivation, solicitation, recognition, engagement, and stewardship strategies.
• Strengthen relationships with existing donors while identifying opportunities to increase giving and long-term engagement.
• Ensure donors and funding partners receive timely communication, impact updates, recognition, and reporting.
• Support the development of compelling funding proposals, sponsorship materials, presentations, and donor communications.

Grant and Funding Compliance

• Collaborate with executive leadership and program teams to align funding opportunities with organizational and programmatic priorities.
• Ensure compliance with donor requirements, grant conditions, contractual obligations, and reporting deadlines.
• Monitor the appropriate use of restricted funds and support accurate financial and programmatic reporting.
• Maintain organized records of funding opportunities, donor interactions, proposals, awards, and reporting requirements.

Leadership and Team Management

• Provide strategic direction and leadership to development staff, consultants, volunteers, and other assigned personnel.
• Establish performance expectations, monitor progress, and promote accountability for development goals.
• Support the professional development and effectiveness of the development team.
• Foster a collaborative, ethical, and results-oriented fundraising culture across the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, nonprofit management, communications, public administration, marketing, or a related field.
• At least 7–10 years of progressive experience in fundraising, business development, corporate partnerships, nonprofit development, or sales leadership.
• Demonstrated success securing major gifts, corporate sponsorships, grants, or other significant funding.
• Proven experience building and managing donor or business development pipelines.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, discretion, and strategic decision-making.
• Experience developing and executing revenue-generating strategies.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate performance data and financial results.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, stakeholders, and funding opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in business administration, nonprofit management, public administration, fundraising, or a related field.
• Experience working in a nonprofit, philanthropic, advocacy, community-based, or mission-driven organization.
• Experience developing national or international funding partnerships.
• Knowledge of donor stewardship, grant compliance, sponsorship development, and fundraising best practices.
• Experience supervising development professionals, consultants, or volunteers.

Work Environment and Schedule

• This position requires frequent participation in donor meetings, networking events, conferences, and community engagements.
• Local and national travel is required, with the possibility of occasional international travel.
• Some evening and weekend availability may be required for fundraising events, meetings, or organizational activities.
• The position may require extended periods of computer work, telephone communication, virtual meetings, and in-person presentations.

If you believe this position aligns with your experience and what you are looking for, we look forward to hearing from you! 

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