Strategic Development Director - Fundraising & Campaigns

PowerSwitch Action; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Labor United (CLU) in Boston seeks a dynamic Development Director to lead fundraising, relationship management, and outreach for a multi-year campaign. You will develop major donor programs, manage CRM systems, write grant proposals, and collaborate with marketing, campaigns, and board members to secure sustainable support.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, data-driven reporting, and engaging diverse communities to advance CLU's mission and long-term sustainability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (7) years of relevant fundraising experience; experience creating, implementing or growing a multi-year campaign aimed at major donors
• Bachelor’s degree or higher
• Commitment to social, economic, and environmental justice in agreement with organizational mission and values
• Excellent communication skills--verbal and written
• Excellent organizational skills-- good attention to detail and well organized.
• Self-motivated—proven ability to work independently, and also with diverse groups and populations
• Proven Ability to work under pressured timelines and deadlines
• Dedication and ability to work flexible hours in order to meet deadlines (work some evenings and weekends)
• Relevant knowledge of technology skills (computer operations, software, and social media, etc.)
• Experience in nonprofit development or fundraising roles with a strong track record of successful grant proposal writing and securing funding.
• Familiarity with CRM software such as Salesforce or Raiser's Edge; experience with Mailchimp, WordPress, and social media management tools is preferred.
• Strong background in event planning, digital marketing, email marketing campaigns, and relationship building and management.
• Knowledge of budget management, strategic planning, research methodologies, and data collection techniques relevant to nonprofit organizations.
• Prior experience working in a nonprofit environment is advantageous.
• Create target goals to cultivate and maintain CLU’s monthly sustainer
• Understanding of wills, trusts & estate law as it relates to estate planning or legacy giving is a plus.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish desired

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy, including, but not limited to, identification, attraction, and retention of major donors for multi-year campaigns
• Develop and implement comprehensive multi-year fundraising strategies aligned with organizational campaigns and programs
• Write compelling grant proposals and manage grant applications and reports to secure funding from various sources
• Conduct research on potential funding opportunities, market trends, and community needs to inform strategic planning
• Oversee the management of CRM software including Raiser's Edge, Mailchimp, and other databases to track grant and reporting deadlines, donor information and campaign performance
• Manage relationships with donors, partners, volunteers, and community stakeholders to foster ongoing support
• Coordinate digital marketing efforts including email marketing campaigns via Mailchimp and social media management to increase visibility and engagement
• Collaborate with the marketing team on branding initiatives, public relations strategies, and content creation across multiple platforms including WordPress websites and social media channels
• Prepare update reports on fundraising performance, data collection analysis, and impact metrics for board meetings and stakeholders
• Ensure that grant portals and passwords are following legal requirements related to nonprofit management and maintain transparency in all activities
• Coordinate meetings with donors/funders and potential funders for CLU’s Executive Director, including necessary follow-up
• Create target goals to cultivate and maintain CLU’s monthly individual sustainer program

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor relationship management

CRM software

Grant writing

Digital marketing

Event planning

Budget management

Strategic planning

Nonprofit communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Mailchimp

Salesforce

WordPress

Job description

Community Labor United (CLU) in Boston seeks a dynamic Development Director to lead fundraising, relationship management, and outreach for a multi-year campaign. You will develop major donor programs, manage CRM systems, write grant proposals, and collaborate with marketing, campaigns, and board members to secure sustainable support.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, data-driven reporting, and engaging diverse communities to advance CLU's mission and long-term sustainability.