Strategic Development Director: Major Gifts & Growth

Women's Money Matters; Massachusetts; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Women's Money Matters is seeking a Director of Development to lead fundraising strategy, expand philanthropic impact, and foster a culture of philanthropy across the organization. This role partners with the Executive Director, Board, and staff to drive results and donor engagement.

The ideal candidate will manage a portfolio of major donors, guide fundraising initiatives, and coach a developing team while ensuring alignment with mission and program priorities.

Qualifications

• 5-7+ years of nonprofit fundraising experience with a proven revenue track record.
• Proven success securing major gifts from individuals, foundations, or corporations.
• Experience managing a personal donor portfolio and building a strong fundraising pipeline.
• Experience developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy.
• Experience coaching and developing staff; strong relationship-building and solicitation skills.
• Experience with Salesforce or a similar CRM is preferred; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with organizational priorities.
• Build and manage a strong pipeline of donor prospects across individuals, foundations, and corporations.
• Lead major gift strategy from identification to solicitation and stewardship.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director, Board, and leadership to cultivate and solicit significant gifts.
• Oversee fundraising operations, including donor database management and donor acknowledgment.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Leadership

Communication

Salesforce experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Job description

Women's Money Matters is seeking a Director of Development to lead fundraising strategy, expand philanthropic impact, and foster a culture of philanthropy across the organization. This role partners with the Executive Director, Board, and staff to drive results and donor engagement.

The ideal candidate will manage a portfolio of major donors, guide fundraising initiatives, and coach a developing team while ensuring alignment with mission and program priorities.