Director of Development/Fundraising

Community Living Corporation; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Living Corporation is seeking a dedicated Director of Development to lead fundraising initiatives and external engagement efforts. This role is pivotal in crafting a data-informed fundraising strategy that supports the organization’s mission.

The ideal candidate will oversee events, cultivate donor relationships, and ensure effective communication strategies to enhance community awareness and support. This position requires strong leadership to drive revenue growth and sustain organizational impact.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising strategy and implementation.
• Strong background in managing donor and sponsor relationships.
• Ability to effectively plan and execute major events.

Responsibilities

• Develop the annual fundraising strategy aligned with goals.
• Plan and grow major fundraising events and community initiatives.
• Cultivate relationships with donors, sponsors, and community partners.

Skills

Fundraising Strategy Development

Relationship Management

Event Planning

Data Analysis

Communication Skills

Tools

CRM Systems

Excel

Job description

A mission-driven nonprofit organization is seeking an experienced and results-oriented Director of Development to lead and expand its fundraising and external engagement efforts. This role is responsible for designing and executing a modern, data-informed development strategy that supports the organization’s mission and long-term sustainability.

The Director of Development will oversee fundraising events, donor and sponsor relationships, community partnerships, and performance reporting, and will work closely with executive leadership and a Professional Advisory Board to strengthen visibility, impact, and revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy & Revenue Growth

• Develop and implement the annual fundraising strategy in alignment with organizational goals

• Establish revenue targets and track progress across all fundraising initiatives

• Identify opportunities to diversify and expand fundraising revenue streams

Events & Community Engagement

• Plan, manage, and grow major fundraising and awareness events, including an Annual Gala and community awareness walks

• Design and launch new fundraising and community awareness initiatives

• Build and maintain strong relationships with hospitals, mission-aligned organizations, community partners, and sponsors

Donor & Sponsor Development

• Cultivate, steward, and expand relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and institutional partners

• Manage donor and sponsor lists while proactively identifying and engaging new prospects

• Collaborate with the Professional Advisory Board to support fundraising and outreach efforts

Communications & Visibility

• Oversee fundraising communications, including e-blast campaigns and coordination with social media efforts

• Ensure consistent, mission-aligned messaging across all fundraising and engagement activities

Data, Reporting & Accountability

• Track outreach, attendance, sponsorships, and revenue using organized data tools (e.g., Excel, CRM systems)

• Prepare regular reports analyzing fundraising performance, projected revenue, ROI, and engagement metrics

• Provide clear, timely updates to the Executive Director and Board to support informed decision-making