Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Exceptional written, oral, and visual communication skills.
• Strong leadership, staff development, and project management capabilities.
• Excellent organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Advanced proficiency in digital marketing, social media platforms, and CRM/donor management systems.
• Skilled in event planning and donor cultivation strategies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of nonprofit fundraising practices and donor stewardship.
• Understanding brand management, content strategy, and public relations techniques.
• Familiarity with nonprofit financial management and donor database reporting.
• Proficiency with design and marketing tools (e.g., Canva, Constant Contact, WordPress, social media tools).
• Ability to develop and lead integrated marketing and fundraising campaigns that generate engagement and revenue.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with donors, sponsors, and stakeholders across sectors.
• Ability to communicate complex messages in a clear, mission-focused manner.
• Ability to manage a team, set goals, and measure performance outcomes.
• Ability to think creatively, adapt to change, and work collaboratively across departments.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• A minimum of five years of fund-raising experience, preferably in a non-profit human service organization.
• At least two years of supervisory experience.
• Dynamic team player and experienced fundraiser, with a proven track record of cultivating meaningful relationships, building a robust donor pipeline, and a history of securing gifts of $10,000 and above.
• Successful track record in philanthropic grant writing, corporate giving, major gifts, event management, and government funding.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suites, database experience (Raisers Edge and Hubspot is a plus).
• Comfort with website work and social media technology.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean record; ability to transport individuals safely.
• Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications (PMT, First Aid, CPR; training provided).

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree with emphasis on marketing, communications, fund-raising, or nonprofit management.
• Knowledge of the needs of individuals with ASD and IDD is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of strategic fundraising plans aligned with agency goals and brand identity.
• Develop and lead the implementation of a vision for building a comprehensive development strategy that produces aggressive revenue growth.
• Oversee all communications, including digital and print collateral, social media, email campaigns, and public relations.
• Oversees content creation and distribution, in collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Manager, for websites, newsletters, press releases, videos, and advertising materials.
• Develop and maintain brand guidelines, ensuring consistency across all internal and external platforms.
• Support recruitment and retention initiatives in partnership with Human Resources by driving internal branding and employee engagement.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to support program growth and visibility.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute all fundraising campaigns including annual appeals, Giving Tuesday, capital campaigns, and donor-specific initiatives.
• Personally cultivate, solicit, and steward a significant portfolio of donors and prospects.
• Research, evaluate, develop, and implement a plan for fundraising through grants. Write compelling grant proposals and ensure timely submission of all supporting documentation and continued relationship cultivation with funders.
• Oversee donor recognition, database management, and regular reporting to track engagement and giving trends.
• Lead fundraising events and volunteer engagement efforts to expand donor base and mission visibility.
• Leads, recruits, manages, and retains volunteers.
• Provides strategic support for public relations efforts.
• Work closely with the Executive Team to implement initiatives that advance the agency’s mission and long-term strategic plan.
• Works with the CEO to support the Board’s Fundraising Committee and help to capitalize on fundraising efforts through Board engagement.
• Represent the agency at community events, conferences, networking groups, and sponsorship activities to build awareness and foster strategic partnerships.
• Partner with internal program directors and staff to identify and share “mission moments” that highlight client success and agency impact.
• Provide strategic insight into market trends and develop community-centric campaigns to enhance engagement.
• Maintain compliance with agency trainings as applicable and as assigned.
• Complete other duties as assigned.