Development Director: Growth, Grants & Donor Strategy

WNCSource; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Medical, dental and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

Disability insurance

Pet Insurance

Wellness program with rewards

Job summary

WNCSource is seeking a Development Director to lead fundraising growth and deepen community impact in Western North Carolina. You will shape and execute donor cultivation, grant acquisition, and strategic marketing to transform milestones into lasting support for the families we serve.

The role reports to the executive leadership team, guiding development staff and leveraging a comprehensive annual plan to secure major gifts and sustain programs that empower self-sufficiency in the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field with at least 3 years of management experience or a Master's degree in Business, Public Administration, Social Science, or related field.
• At least 3 years of professional fundraising and development experience.
• Demonstrated success in securing major gifts, leading campaigns, and grant proposals writing.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a comprehensive annual development plan targeting individuals, corporate sponsors, and foundations.
• Build long-term donor relationships and actively prospect new supporters.
• Oversee end-to-end grant process: research, proposal writing, compliance, reporting.
• Direct marketing campaigns and brand messaging to elevate visibility.
• Manage and mentor development staff with clear performance metrics.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor relations

Grant writing

Team leadership

Marketing communications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Marketing/Communications

Master's Degree in Business/Public Administration/Social Science

Job description

WNCSource is seeking a Development Director to lead fundraising growth and deepen community impact in Western North Carolina. You will shape and execute donor cultivation, grant acquisition, and strategic marketing to transform milestones into lasting support for the families we serve.

The role reports to the executive leadership team, guiding development staff and leveraging a comprehensive annual plan to secure major gifts and sustain programs that empower self-sufficiency in the community.