Strategic Development Director (Fundraising & Partnerships)

Urbanity Dance; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 paid vacation days per year

Employer-subsidized health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

19 paid holidays

8 weeks paid parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Free access to Urbanity Dance programs

Job summary

Urbanity Dance is seeking a full-time Director of Development to energize and lead the organization’s fundraising efforts in Boston. Reporting to the Founder & Director, this role oversees individual giving, grants, sponsorships, events, and donor relations with a focus on equity and community engagement.

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader, entrepreneurial, and adept at building relationships with diverse communities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• Minimum five years in fundraising/non-profit environment.
• Experience leading a development department with focus on major gifts.
• Proven fundraising success and donor relations experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Development Plan and oversee individual giving, institutional grants, and major gifts.
• Supervise grant writer and collaborate with Foundation funders and donor prospects.
• Manage Board relations, committee work, and volunteer engagement.
• Develop marketing content for donor outreach and events.
• Conceptualize and execute the annual fundraising gala and other events.

Skills

People skills

Communication (verbal & written)

Proactive problem solver

DEI commitment

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Master’s Degree in a related field

Tools

MS Office/Google Apps

Job description

Urbanity Dance is seeking a full-time Director of Development to energize and lead the organization’s fundraising efforts in Boston. Reporting to the Founder & Director, this role oversees individual giving, grants, sponsorships, events, and donor relations with a focus on equity and community engagement.

The ideal candidate will be a strong leader, entrepreneurial, and adept at building relationships with diverse communities.