Director of Development & Philanthropy

Inside Philanthropy; Spokane (WA); Hybrid; USD 93,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical-Dental-Vision insurance

PTO & holidays

403(b) retirement plan

PSLF eligibility

Professional development

EV charging at main location

Job summary

VOA Eastern Washington is seeking a seasoned Director of Development & Philanthropy to advance major gifts and philanthropic partnerships across Eastern Washington. You will lead fundraising strategy, nurture donor relationships, and collaborate with the CEO to shape long-term giving programs.

You will engage foundations, corporations, and influential community leaders to secure investments that support programs for individuals, families, and communities in our region.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of progressive fundraising, philanthropy, advancement, or development experience.
• Demonstrated success securing major gifts and cultivating donor relationships.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience engaging executive leaders, board members, and community stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising strategy and major gift solicitation across individuals, foundations, and corporations.
• Cultivate and steward donor relationships to sustain and grow philanthropy.
• Partner with CEO and leadership to advance organizational fundraising goals.

Skills

Major gifts fundraising

Donor cultivation

Communication skills

Executive stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

CRM systems

Donor databases

Job description

VOA Eastern Washington

Seeing People First, Empowering All to Thrive

Help Shape the Future of Philanthropy at VOA Eastern Washington

At VOA Eastern Washington, we believe that lasting change happens when generous people invest in opportunities that help others thrive.

We're seeking an experienced fundraising leader to serve as our next Director of Development & Philanthropy. Reporting directly to the CEO, this highly visible leadership role offers the opportunity to strengthen and grow philanthropic support for an organization dedicated to serving individuals, families, and communities throughout Eastern Washington.

We're looking for someone who understands that transformative philanthropy begins with relationships. Someone who inspires generosity, cultivates trust, and creates meaningful opportunities for individuals, foundations, businesses, and community leaders to invest in lasting impact.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned fundraising professional who has successfully secured major gifts, built enduring donor relationships, and understands how to move a conversation from shared values to meaningful investment. You know when to make the ask, how to engage influential stakeholders, and how to create opportunities that connect people to a mission they believe in. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys both leadership and relationship-building. Someone who appreciates strategy but also understands that philanthropy happens one conversation, one relationship, and one act of generosity at a time.

You're Likely a Great Fit If You:

• Have a successful track record securing major gifts and philanthropic support.
• Enjoy cultivating meaningful relationships with donors, foundations, and community leaders.
• Are confident making significant funding requests and facilitating donor conversations.
• Understand donor cultivation, stewardship, and long-term relationship building.
• Know how to bring together the right people at the right time to advance a shared vision.
• Have experience leading fundraising efforts and supporting the growth of development professionals.
• Possess a strong understanding of foundation funding and the grant development process.
• Are equally comfortable representing an organization in the community and contributing to organizational strategy.
• Believe in the power of generosity to transform lives and strengthen communities

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five or more years of progressive fundraising, philanthropy, advancement, or development experience.
• Demonstrated success securing major gifts and cultivating donor relationships.
• Experience engaging major donors, foundations, corporations, or other philanthropic partners.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience working with executive leaders, board members, and community stakeholders.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the community.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading nonprofit fundraising efforts.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or developing fundraising professionals.
• Experience with major gifts, donor stewardship, annual giving, foundation relations, or institutional fundraising.
• Working knowledge of grant development, funder engagement, and grant strategy.
• Experience with donor databases and fundraising CRM systems.
• CFRE certification or other fundraising credential.

Why Join VOA Eastern Washington?

Every gift represents hope, opportunity, and transformation for the people we serve. As Director of Development & Philanthropy, you'll help inspire investment in programs and services that strengthen individuals, families, and communities across our region. Your work will help ensure that generosity becomes meaningful and lasting impact.

Benefits

• 8 paid holidays plus up to 5 floating holidays
• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance (approx. $12,000-$15,000 annual value)
• Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability (approx. $1,500-$2,500 annual value)
• Generous PTO, including sick leave and vacation
• 403(b) retirement plan
• PSLF-eligible employer
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Free electric vehicle charging at our main location

Salary Description

$109,000.00 annually