Associate Director of Development (6252)

Charles River Center • Bogueloosa, AL

3d • $85,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Director of Development is a key member of the fundraising team, responsible for driving revenue through events—especially the organization’s signature gala—alongside managing donor relationships. This role blends hands-on event leadership with strategic fundraising, helping expand support for individuals with (I/DD) and deepen community engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience, with strong focus on events.
• Proven success managing fundraising events (especially galas) and securing sponsorships.
• Experience with CRM systems and tracking event performance.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with or supporting individuals with I/DD and their families (preferred).
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of the annual fundraising gala and other events. (Building a Dream Gala, CRC 5k Run/1 Mile Walk, Wings for Autism and NEC charity golf tournament)
• Develop and manage event revenue strategies.
• Oversee event timelines, vendors, budgets, and logistics.
• Partner with leadership, board members, and committees to maximize event success.
• Track and analyze event performance to improve results year over year.
• Secure corporate sponsorships and event underwriting support.
• Manage a portfolio of event-related donors and prospects.
• Cultivate and solicit gifts tied to events and broader mission support.
• Build long-term relationships with sponsors and key supporters.
• Collaborate on annual development plan with focus on event-driven revenue.
• Identify opportunities to grow giving through events (pre- and post-event strategy).
• Support integration of events into overall donor pipeline (moving attendees to donors).
• Ensure strong donor and sponsor experience before, during, and after events
• Oversee follow-up, acknowledgments, and impact reporting.
• Work with communications to create compelling messaging that highlights autism services and impact.
• Work closely with program staff to connect donors to mission outcomes.
• Coordinate with marketing/communications on event promotion and materials.
• May supervise event staff, consultants, or volunteers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level