Director of Development – Great Benefits!

#twiceasnice Recruiting•Dallas, TX

1d•$150,000 - $180,000•Onsite

About The Position

Our client, a nonprofit improving the health of historically underserved communities in North Texas, is seeking a seasoned and well-connected Development Director to build and lead a comprehensive fundraising program. Currently a $12M organization with 95% of funding coming from federal sources, they are ready to expand their impact by developing new private funding channels. This is a rare opportunity for a senior development professional to create and grow a multi-faceted fundraising department from the ground up. Starting as a one-person team, you will design and implement a strategic development plan that grows fundraising support, strengthens community partnerships, and builds the foundation for a scalable development team. The ideal candidate is a long-time Dallas resident with deep relationships across the DFW philanthropic community. Whether you’re looking for a new challenge with the freedom to shape strategy or ready to step into a leadership role after working on larger nonprofit teams, this role offers the chance to leave a lasting legacy and make a meaningful impact in the community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
5+ years of private fundraising experience within nonprofit organizations required
Significant experience cultivating and securing corporate and foundation partnerships required
Demonstrated success building or revitalizing fundraising programs required
Deep familiarity with the DFW philanthropic community

Responsibilities

Build and lead a private fundraising program from inception, diversifying revenue streams
Execute a comprehensive, multi-year fundraising strategy
Create fundraising materials that strengthen visibility and engagement
Partner with ELT and the Board to align fundraising strategy with organizational priorities
Cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and high-capacity prospects
Lead strategy for corporate and foundation giving, managing a robust donor pipeline
Secure foundation and corporate support through strategic prospecting
Develop compelling proposals and manage funder relationships to secure and grow support
Leverage DWF relationships to expand community partnerships and sponsorships
Oversee donor systems, gift tracking, reporting, and compliance
Represent the organization at philanthropic and community events
Grow the fundraising program, laying the foundation to build a high-performing team over time