Development Director: Strategy, Major Gifts & Growth

Dress for Success Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Houston is seeking a Senior Director of Development to advance its fundraising strategies. This role involves leadership in major gifts, corporate partnerships, and managing donor relationships. The ideal candidate will have over seven years of nonprofit fundraising experience and will oversee a team while enhancing revenue growth. Compensation is competitive, with a salary range of $150,000–$170,000 and benefits.

Qualifications

• Seven or more years of nonprofit fundraising experience, including major gifts, corporate partnerships, or institutional giving.
• Demonstrated success securing significant philanthropic support.
• Experience managing teams and collaborating across departments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual and multi-year fundraising strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Direct efforts to grow and diversify philanthropic revenue from individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Oversee development operations, including donor stewardship, grants, and reporting.

Skills

Nonprofit fundraising experience

Donor cultivation skills

Relationship-building

Experience with Salesforce

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

A nonprofit organization in Houston is seeking a Senior Director of Development to advance its fundraising strategies. This role involves leadership in major gifts, corporate partnerships, and managing donor relationships. The ideal candidate will have over seven years of nonprofit fundraising experience and will oversee a team while enhancing revenue growth. Compensation is competitive, with a salary range of $150,000–$170,000 and benefits.