Development Director Job at Association of Fundraising Professionals in North Ad

Northern Berkshire Community Coalition (nbCC) Development Director
Reports to: Executive Director
Status: Full-time (1.0 FTE), Exempt
Annual Salary: $80,000 – 90,000

Essential Job Functions

• Serve on the leadership team with primary responsibility for fundraising strategy and revenue growth.
• Establish and manage annual and long‑term revenue goals, budgets, and work plans.
• Partner with the Executive Director and Board on fundraising strategy and organizational priorities.

Fundraising & Donor Relations

Lead all development activities, including annual appeals, major gifts, fundraising events, and individual giving.

• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects, including securing 4–5 major gifts annually.
• Increase individual giving year over year through effective donor engagement and stewardship.
• Serve as a visible and enthusiastic ambassador for nbCC.

Grants & Institutional Giving

Serve as nbCC’s primary grant writer.

• Research, write, and submit grant proposals to government, foundation, and corporate funders.
• Manage grant reporting and stewardship in collaboration with program and finance staff.

Systems, Communications & Collaboration

• Manage the donor database, including gift entry, acknowledgements, tracking, and reporting.
• Collaborate with the Communications Coordinator to align fundraising with marketing and outreach efforts.
• Maintain strong relationships with the Board, donors, staff, and philanthropic partners.

Organizational Values & Culture

• Advance an inclusive, welcoming workplace culture.
• Integrate health equity, anti‑racism, and community‑driven decision‑making into all fundraising efforts.
• Participate in professional development and perform other duties as assigned, consistent with the responsibilities of the position.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of nonprofit development experience with demonstrated success in major gifts and annual appeals.
• Proven grant writing and foundation relations experience.
• Track record of securing five‑ and six‑figure gifts. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to build relationships with diverse donors and community stakeholders.
• Familiarity with northern Berkshire County preferred.

Work Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and reliable, insured vehicle; ability to travel throughout northern Berkshire County.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Ability to support events and community activities, including light lifting and set‑up.