Director of Fundraising (Alexandria)
24 Seven Talent, Alexandria, Virginia, United States, 22350
Job Type : Direct hire
Location : Alexandria, VA - Onsite
Compensation : $100,000-120,000
Our association client is looking for a Director of Fundraising to join their team. The Director of Fundraising will play a pivotal role in advancing the Foundation’s mission by designing, leading, and executing all fundraising initiatives while cultivating long-term relationships with major donors and corporate partners. This position is responsible for securing financial contributions and expanding philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and federal and local government grants. The Director will directly support all signature programs and pillars while helping to expand the Foundation’s reach in communities nationwide.
Responsibilities I dentify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations—building strong, sustained relationships and national sponsorships with key stakeholders. Foster strategic alliances and collaborations with community partners and businesses to drive support and expand the Foundation’s impact and reach. Collaborate with the Fundraising Committee Chair to drive committee strategy, recruit new members, and increase engagement to help meet fundraising goals. Oversee the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns and events (including donor appreciation events and annual campaigns), manage the donor database, monitor key performance metrics, analyze data and trends to refine strategies, and regularly report on progress to executive leadership and the Board of Trustees. Collaborate with the marketing team and key Foundation committees to develop compelling narratives, proposals, impact reports, appeals, donor acknowledgements, presentations, giving campaigns, and other communication materials that resonate with current and potential donors and clearly articulate the organization’s mission and impact. Ensure all fundraising activities adhere to legal and ethical standards and reporting requirements. Lead and support execution of the Foundation’s “Top 25” major gift prospect strategy, including identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of high-value donor relationships.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, marketing, communications, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in fundraising or development with national or multi-program nonprofits Demonstrated success in corporate partnership development and sponsorship acquisition, with familiarity in donor-advised funds, matching gift programs, and workplace giving strategies. Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills. Highly organized with strong attention to detail. Proficiency in fundraising and donor management software/CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Blackbaud, ProTech, HubSpot), Microsoft Office Suite, data analysis, and digital platforms for fundraising). Proven ability to manage a fundraising portfolio with annual revenue targets of $500K–$1M+. CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) certification is preferred. Experience with donor stewardship strategies and planned giving is preferred.
Our association client is looking for a Director of Fundraising to join their team. The Director of Fundraising will play a pivotal role in advancing the Foundation’s mission by designing, leading, and executing all fundraising initiatives while cultivating long-term relationships with major donors and corporate partners. This position is responsible for securing financial contributions and expanding philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and federal and local government grants. The Director will directly support all signature programs and pillars while helping to expand the Foundation’s reach in communities nationwide.
Responsibilities I dentify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations—building strong, sustained relationships and national sponsorships with key stakeholders. Foster strategic alliances and collaborations with community partners and businesses to drive support and expand the Foundation’s impact and reach. Collaborate with the Fundraising Committee Chair to drive committee strategy, recruit new members, and increase engagement to help meet fundraising goals. Oversee the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns and events (including donor appreciation events and annual campaigns), manage the donor database, monitor key performance metrics, analyze data and trends to refine strategies, and regularly report on progress to executive leadership and the Board of Trustees. Collaborate with the marketing team and key Foundation committees to develop compelling narratives, proposals, impact reports, appeals, donor acknowledgements, presentations, giving campaigns, and other communication materials that resonate with current and potential donors and clearly articulate the organization’s mission and impact. Ensure all fundraising activities adhere to legal and ethical standards and reporting requirements. Lead and support execution of the Foundation’s “Top 25” major gift prospect strategy, including identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of high-value donor relationships.
Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, marketing, communications, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in fundraising or development with national or multi-program nonprofits Demonstrated success in corporate partnership development and sponsorship acquisition, with familiarity in donor-advised funds, matching gift programs, and workplace giving strategies. Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills. Highly organized with strong attention to detail. Proficiency in fundraising and donor management software/CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Blackbaud, ProTech, HubSpot), Microsoft Office Suite, data analysis, and digital platforms for fundraising). Proven ability to manage a fundraising portfolio with annual revenue targets of $500K–$1M+. CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) certification is preferred. Experience with donor stewardship strategies and planned giving is preferred.