Associate Director, DC or NYC

Orr Group; Washington, New York (District of Columbia, NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays and generous PTO

Job summary

Orr Group embeds teams inside nonprofits to support their fundraising efforts alongside them. As an Associate Director, you are a core part of these teams.

You will help shape the fundraising strategies that move our clients' missions forward by producing and supporting the plans, strategies, and materials the team delivers to nonprofit leaders. You will also keep those engagements running by tracking milestones, timelines, and budgets, and keeping the team aligned and on track.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of nonprofit fundraising or related consulting experience.
• 2+ years managing complex projects and cross-functional teams.
• Strong knowledge of donor cultivation and stewardship.
• Excellent writing and communication for diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to balance priorities in fast-paced environments.
• Experience with donor research and analytics is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel and fundraising software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support development and timely delivery of client materials.
• Manage workstreams, dashboards, and campaign roadmaps.
• Ensure deliverables align with contract scope and goals.
• Participate in regular client meetings and build relationships.
• Track milestones, timelines, and budgets for engagements.
• Mentor Associates and provide quality assurance.
• Contribute to process improvements and onboarding.

Skills

Project management

Fundraising strategy

Donor engagement

Communication skills

Writing/editing

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Growth mindset

Research capabilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

iWave

Donor Atlas

Candid

Raiser’s Edge

Salesforce

Job description

Orr Group is a strategic partner to nonprofit organizations, helping them solve some of the world’s most pressing challenges. Through our embedded partnership model, we go beyond traditional consulting - providing hands‑on leadership, expertise, and execution to drive transformative fundraising and organizational growth. For over 30 years, we have collaborated with mission‑driven organizations to design and implement innovative fundraising strategies, grow revenue, and build capacity to ensure long‑term success. Our work spans campaign management, major gifts strategy, board development, planned giving, talent management, and beyond. We remain nimble, forward‑thinking, and results‑driven, helping our clients navigate an ever‑evolving philanthropic landscape.

Visit our website atwww.orrgroup.com to learn more about what we do and our impact on the sector.

Position Summary

Orr Group embeds teams inside nonprofits to support their fundraising efforts alongside them. As an Associate Director, you are a core part of these teams. You will help shape the fundraising strategies that move our clients' missions forward by producing and supporting the plans, strategies, and materials the team delivers to nonprofit leaders. You will also keep those engagements running by tracking milestones, timelines, and budgets, and keeping the team aligned and on track.

Responsibilities

Client Support & Execution

• Support the development and timely delivery of client materials, such as reporting, database management, and research, at a consistently high standard
• Manage workstreams and deliverables with support from senior team members, including fundraising plans, major gift and prospect strategies, dashboards, prospect research, and campaign roadmaps
• Ensure team deliverables align with the contract scope and support clients in meeting their fundraising and organizational goals
• Participate in regular client meetings and build trusted relationships with the people you work with

Project Management

• Track and manage milestones, tasks, and projects to ensure clear communication, regular updates, and team alignment
• Keep project leadership current on deadlines and deliverables

Grow Your Expertise

• Develop a deeper knowledge of fundraising and donor engagement practices
• Support onboarding and training as the team grows, and contribute to process improvements that make our work better
• Manage Associates on client teams, providing mentorship, feedback, and quality assurance

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of professional experience, ideally in nonprofit fundraising, consulting, campaign management, or philanthropy
• 2+ years of experience managing complex projects
• Strong understanding of nonprofit fundraising, including individual and/or institutional giving, donor cultivation, and stewardship
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills to foster internal and external relationships with diverse groups of people
• Adept at working in fast‑paced environments and balancing competing priorities
• Strong planning and alignment skills within team structures and project timelines
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a collaborative spirit
• Self‑starter mentality with a growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning
• Experience conducting detailed research and donor prospect research is a plus
• Experience mentoring junior colleagues and coordinating across a team is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, experience using various fundraising software (iWave, Donor Atlas, Candid, etc.) is a plus
• Strong Excel skills (e.g., formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis) to support reporting, dashboards, and data‑informed decision‑making
• Openness to and experience with AI tools (e.g. Claude, Copilot) to improve efficiency and quality of work is a plus
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge and Salesforce is preferred but not required
• Bachelor’s degree required; a degree in nonprofit management, public policy, or related field is a plus

Location

Orr Group offices are located in Washington, DC, and New York City, and candidates must be based in either metropolitan area. Our hybrid policy requires staff to spend at least 60% of their working time in an Orr Group office or at client sites.

Salary Range

The salary range for this role is $70,000-$80,000, with annual bonus potential of up to $7,500.

The comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, and vision plans, a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, paid holidays, and generous paid time off.

At Orr Group, we recognize that diversity strengthens our impact. We actively seek team members from diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and lived experiences to better serve our clients and the communities they support. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive, contribute, and grow.

Our goal is to attract, develop, and retain exceptional people and create a work environment that is dynamic, rewarding, and enables each of us to realize our potential. We are deeply committed to providing advancement opportunities, mentorship, and the resources you need to explore your talents and aspirations. At Orr Group, we believe in investing in our employees’ growth – whether through ongoing professional development, exposure to a wide range of high‑impact projects, or the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across all levels.

Working at Orr Group means being part of a passionate, supportive, and team‑oriented environment. You’ll work alongside bright, humble, and friendly colleagues who are as dedicated to achieving exceptional results as they are to fostering a positive, collaborative atmosphere. While our work can be challenging and high‑pressure, it is also incredibly rewarding. We are driven by a shared mission to solve some of the world’s greatest challenges, and you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact as part of a diverse and dynamic team.

Orr Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.