Director of Development

United Way of Mid Coast Maine; Bath (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

United Way of Mid Coast Maine is seeking a Director of Development to lead fundraising strategies and drive revenue growth in support of our mission to improve lives in the community.

The DOD will oversee the annual campaign, cultivate donors, manage major gifts and planned giving, steward grants, and build lasting partnerships with community leaders. This high‑energy, values‑driven leader will report to the executive team and play a key role in expanding donor retention and community impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising strategies and initiatives to increase revenue.
• Oversee the annual fundraising campaign and donor stewardship.
• Cultivate new donors and grow major gifts, planned giving, and grants.
• Increase donor retention and build strong community partnerships.

Job description

United Way of Mid Coast Maine is searching for a Director of Development to join our team!

The Director of Development (DOD) helps to ensure United Way of Mid Coast Maine (United Way) has the fundraising revenue it needs to meet its mission of improving lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities. The DOD will lead resource development strategies and initiatives, oversee the annual fundraising campaign, and sustain and grow relationships that increase revenue. This includes cultivating new donors, stewarding existing donors, improving donor retention, building a major gifts and planned giving program, stewarding grants, and increasing overall gift revenue. This position increases awareness and understanding of United Way's mission and work in the community. This outward facing, results-oriented role requires a high-energy, values-driven leader who has the demonstrated ability to build strong, mutually beneficial relationships. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional professionalism and ownership of organizational goals.