Development Director
Association of Fundraising Professionals, North Adams, Massachusetts, us, 01247
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.
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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.
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