Development Director (Online)

Our client, a well-established nonprofit organization, is seeking an experienced Director of Development to lead philanthropic growth and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy. This is a highly relationship-driven role for a proven development leader who can personally cultivate and close major gifts while overseeing broader fundraising initiatives across individual giving, corporate and foundation partnerships, grants, campaigns, and events. The ideal candidate brings a strong track record of building donor relationships, securing significant gifts, identifying new funding opportunities, and developing strategies that drive sustainable philanthropic revenue. Lead major gifts, annual giving, corporate and foundation partnerships, grants, campaigns, and fundraising events. Build strong relationships with individual donors, corporations, foundations, board members, and community partners. Engage and support board members in fundraising and donor-development activities. Establish fundraising goals, KPIs, revenue forecasts, dashboards, and performance reporting. Manage development budgets and ensure strong fundraising operations and compliance. Lead, coach, and develop members of the development team. 5–7+ years of progressive fundraising, development, advancement, or related experience. ~ At least 3 years of leadership experience overseeing fundraising, development, or campaign initiatives generating $500K+ annually. ~ Experience developing relationships with individual donors, corporations, foundations, and other funding partners. ~ Strong understanding of donor cultivation, stewardship, retention, and development strategy. ~ Experience with development operations, CRM systems, budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting. ~ Strong leadership, relationship-building, communication, and storytelling skills. ~ Ability to work effectively with executive leadership, board members, donors, community partners, and internal teams. ~ Bachelor’s degree required. ~ Ability to travel regularly for donor meetings, events, and organizational needs. Employment Type: Full-time Travel: Up to 25%