Development Director - Lead Major Gifts & Growth

Nonprofit Westchester; Purchase (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical: EPO plan (70% employer-paid)

403(b) with 1% company contribution

Generous PTO (30–40 days)

Job summary

CST, a dedicated nonprofit in Westchester County, seeks a strategic Director of Development to lead fundraising efforts and drive growth. The role demands building relationships with major donors, partners, and foundations to secure philanthropic support.

The successful candidate will design and execute measurable plans, working with the Executive Director and Board to expand revenue streams and enhance donor engagement. Excellent communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of progressive development and fundraising experience.
• Proven ability to cultivate donor relationships and secure major gifts.
• Strong leadership with the ability to develop strategy and manage day-to-day fundraising operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan to increase revenue.
• Partner with the Executive Director and Board to steward donor relationships.
• Identify, cultivate, and secure major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Support grant writing, orchestrate events, and fundraising campaigns with the Executive Director.
• Collaborate to strengthen donor communications, messaging, and outreach.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor relations

Public speaking

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Tools

CRM systems

Fundraising software

Job description

CST, a dedicated nonprofit in Westchester County, seeks a strategic Director of Development to lead fundraising efforts and drive growth. The role demands building relationships with major donors, partners, and foundations to secure philanthropic support.

The successful candidate will design and execute measurable plans, working with the Executive Director and Board to expand revenue streams and enhance donor engagement. Excellent communication and leadership are essential.