Development Leader: Growth & Donor Impact

elite personnel; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Personnel represents a social services nonprofit serving the DMV region seeking a Director of Development to lead fundraising strategy in partnership with the CEO. The role focuses on growth through monthly giving, digital campaigns, and major events, while coordinating volunteers, donors, and consultants to advance the mission.

Ideal candidates bring 7–10 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, strong leadership, clear analytics, and exceptional communication to build durable donor

Qualifications

• BA/BS or MA/MS in a relevant field with nonprofit fundraising focus.
• 7–10 years nonprofit fundraising or direct marketing experience.
• Experience leading teams and managing multiple donor programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising strategy and annual plans in collaboration with the CEO.
• Develop and manage monthly giving, digital campaigns, and events.
• Coordinate volunteers, consultants, and partners to support fundraising.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Analytics

Communication

Leadership

Event planning

Team management

Donor database

CRM

Education

BA/BS in related field

MA/MS in related field

Tools

LiveImpact

Bonterra Suite

Little Green Light

Gmail

Google Docs

Calendar

Job description

Elite Personnel represents a social services nonprofit serving the DMV region seeking a Director of Development to lead fundraising strategy in partnership with the CEO. The role focuses on growth through monthly giving, digital campaigns, and major events, while coordinating volunteers, donors, and consultants to advance the mission.

Ideal candidates bring 7–10 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, strong leadership, clear analytics, and exceptional communication to build durable donor