Director of Development

Berkshire County Head Start•Pittsfield, MA
•$75,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Berkshire County Head Start is seeking a Director of Development to lead and grow the organization’s fundraising, grant development, donor and sponsor relations, marketing and communications, and community partnership efforts. The role will help shape a comprehensive development function and expand relationships and resources that support the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability. The Director of Development will support an organization dedicated to children and families by building relationships, identifying new opportunities, and strengthening community resources. This is an in-person position at the organization’s Meadow Lane location in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, public relations, business administration, nonprofit management, or a related field.
  • Two to five years of related experience in areas such as fundraising, grant writing, communications, marketing, community relations, public relations, or nonprofit administration.
  • Exceptional writing and communication skills.
  • Ability to build strong, genuine relationships.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
  • Comfort representing an organization in the community.
  • Understanding of fundraising, donor stewardship, communications, or related development work.
  • Interest in building partnerships and identifying opportunities.

Nice To Haves

  • CFRE certification.
  • Bilingual skills, particularly Spanish.

Responsibilities

  • Lead fundraising and resource development.
  • Conduct grant research and write proposals.
  • Cultivate and steward donors.
  • Develop corporate sponsorships.
  • Lead marketing, communications, and storytelling.
  • Build community partnerships and engagement.
  • Support strategic development and funding diversification.
  • Manage development tracking, reporting, and data.
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