Director of Fund Development

Rogerson Communities; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Meal discounts

EAP

Job summary

The Briarwood Community in Worcester, MA seeks a Director of Fund Development to lead fundraising, donor relations, and nonprofit development initiatives. The role focuses on cultivating major gifts, managing annual appeals, and educating residents about legacy giving opportunities.

You will work closely with the Executive Director and Development Committee, oversee donor events, and ensure timely stewardship while maintaining a strong portfolio of donors and corporate prospects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3-5 years of progressive fundraising experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with donors, residents, board members, and partners.
• MS Office proficiency; strong organizational and time-management skills; experience with development software is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage and cultivate a portfolio of approximately 150 active donors and 40 corporate prospects with a budget of $500K to $1M annually.
• Create and execute strategies for the Annual Appeal, including spring and fall solicitations.
• Educate residents and supporters about Legacy giving opportunities.
• Assist the Executive Director in cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors capable of leadership and transformational gifts.
• Manage the annual golf outing, donor appreciation events, and timely donor acknowledgement and recognition.
• Supply information for Annual Report on all fundraising activities.
• Participate in Development Committee meetings.
• Maintain database to track residents, record all donations, and process memorial gifts.

Skills

Donor relations

Fundraising

Communication

Nonprofit development

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Sage 50/Abila

Job description

Job Type: Full Time-Exempt

Supervisor: Executive Director

Location: Worcester, MA

Salary Range: $56,576.00 To $65,000.00 Annually

Director of Fund Development – Full-Time (4 day a week schedule)

About The Briarwood Community

Proudly rated the #1 Continuing Care Retirement Community in Massachusetts by Newsweek Magazine for the past three years, The Briarwood Community offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where employees are respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.

The Briarwood Retirement Community is hiring a Director of Fund Development to join our team. This role is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong fundraising, donor relations, and nonprofit development skills who is looking to grow in nonprofit development and philanthropy. Typical schedule is within Monday-Friday, with occasional weekend Manager-on-Duty rotation, with flexibility based on organizational needs.

Why Join The Briarwood Community?

• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Free access to indoor lap pool, state-of-the-art fitness center, and sauna.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Meal discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Supportive, collaborative team environment on a beautiful, well-maintained campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and cultivate a portfolio of approximately 150 active donors and 40 corporate prospects with a budget of $500K to $1M Annually.
• Create and execute strategies for the Annual Appeal, including spring and fall solicitations.
• Educate residents and supporters about Legacy giving opportunities.
• Assist the Executive Director in cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors capable of leadership and transformational gifts.
• Manage the annual golf outing, donor appreciation events, and timely donor acknowledgement and recognition.
• Supply information for Annual Report on all fundraising activities.
• Participate in Development Committee meetings.
• Maintain database to track residents, record all donations, and process memorial gifts.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree
• 3-5 years of progressive fundraising experience required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with donors, residents, Board members, and community partners.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Experience with Sage 50/Abila or equivalent development software is a plus.
• Previous nonprofit fundraising or development experience preferred.

About Our Mission

At The Briarwood Community, we are dedicated to enhancing the dignity, independence, and quality of life of every resident we serve. As a Director of Fund Development, you will play a key role in securing the philanthropic support that sustains and grows the programs and services our residents rely on, helping us serve our community with excellence and compassion.