Remote Development Director – Fundraising & Partnerships

Arthritis Foundation Inc.; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

Arthritis Foundation Inc. seeks a Development Director in Seattle, WA, to partner with the Executive Director and volunteers to execute an annual plan for revenue generation, events, and mission outreach.

You will recruit and coach volunteers, coordinate committees, and drive fundraising goals with corporate and donor partnerships. The role requires helping build a culture of philanthropy, ensuring strong plans, budgets, and outcomes across the market.

Qualifications

• Experience in nonprofit fundraising and volunteer stewardship.
• Proven ability to build high-impact partnerships and exceed goals.
• Skilled in applying sales and relationship techniques to a nonprofit setting.
• Ability to translate mission into durable relationships and projects.

Responsibilities

• Support revenue generation, special events, and mission outreach.
• Lead 2-3 assigned events and manage sponsors, honorees, and teams.
• Recruit volunteer leaders and grow a diverse volunteer pipeline.
• Cultivate relationships with corporate partners, participants, healthcare providers, and others.
• Foster a culture of philanthropy with high-performing volunteer committees.

Skills

Fundraising

Volunteer management

Relationship building

Event planning

Strategic partnerships

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Arthritis Foundation Inc. seeks a Development Director in Seattle, WA, to partner with the Executive Director and volunteers to execute an annual plan for revenue generation, events, and mission outreach.

You will recruit and coach volunteers, coordinate committees, and drive fundraising goals with corporate and donor partnerships. The role requires helping build a culture of philanthropy, ensuring strong plans, budgets, and outcomes across the market.