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Senior Director of Development

InReach NC, Charlotte, NC, United States


Job Title: Senior Director of Development

We're looking for a passionate, relationship-focused individual to help grow and strengthen our fundraising efforts. In this role, you'll bring people together—supporting events, building meaningful donor relationships, and helping secure the resources needed to advance our mission.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys both strategy and hands‑on work, and who thrives in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment.

About InReach InReach is a non‑profit healthcare agency that provides a variety of support services to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD). Our mission is to be a leader in providing innovative housing, employment, and community services to support those with IDD and their families. Our vision at InReach is empowering people we support to realize their goals, aspirations, and dreams are within reach.

Key Responsibilities Fundraising Events & Campaigns

Plan and coordinate fundraising events and campaigns alongside the development team, volunteer committees, Board of Directors, and staff

Support sponsor outreach, donor engagement, event logistics, program development, and post-event follow-up

Donor & Community Engagement

Build and nurture relationships with individual donors, corporations, civic groups, and foundations

Identify new supporters while strengthening relationships with existing donors to grow engagement and giving

Major Gifts & Planned Giving

Partner with the Chief Development Officer to identify and connect with major gift prospects

Support planned giving efforts and help ensure donors feel recognized and appreciated

Grant Writing & Management

Research grant opportunities that align with our mission

Write and submit proposals, manage deadlines, and collaborate with program staff to ensure strong applications

Annual Fund & Communications

Help develop and carry out annual giving campaigns

Create thoughtful donor communications such as appeals, newsletters, and impact reports

Ensure donors feel informed, appreciated, and connected to our work

Database Management & Reporting

Maintain accurate donor records

Track fundraising progress and generate reports

Use data to help guide decisions and improve outcomes

Fund Development Operations

Oversee gift processing and acknowledgments

Support matching gift and tribute programs

Help create new fundraising initiatives and ensure timely donor recognition

Marketing & Media Collaboration

Work with communications staff to promote fundraising efforts

Support storytelling and outreach to share our impact and mission

Professional Growth & Team Support

Stay current on fundraising best practices through learning and networking

Support the Chief Development Officer and contribute to a positive, team‑oriented environment

Pitch in where needed—because teamwork is at the heart of what we do

Qualifications

Possess a bachelor's degree.

10 years of experience in non‑profit development and fundraising.

Experience with special event coordination, working with volunteers, annual giving campaigns, and grant writing.

Excellent writing and communication skills

Have good computer skills – experience with donor database a plus

Possess a valid driver's license and maintain a safe driving record.

Ability to perform essential job results, physical tasks and mental tasks.

Schedule:

Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

Location:

4014 Monroe Rd. Building 4, Ste. 170, Charlotte, NC 28205

Pay Rate:

$100,00 per year

What We Offer

Flexible schedule with hybrid work option

Benefit plan package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(K) match, PTO, Life, Short/Long Term Disability, Teledoc

Public Student Loan Forgiveness program

Partnership discounts with local businesses

Continuing education perks

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