VP of Development

Peace Center; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Peace Center in Greenville, SC seeks a Vice President of Development to lead and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy. The role oversees all contributed revenue, including major gifts, corporate and foundation relations, and special events, while guiding a high-performing development team and managing a portfolio of major donors.

The ideal candidate will drive donor acquisition, retention, and philanthropic investment, supporting the organization's mission and long-term financial

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive fundraising leadership experience, preferably in performing arts.
• Demonstrated success securing six- and seven-figure gifts.
• Proven ability to lead fundraising teams and achieve revenue goals.
• Strong knowledge of major gifts, annual giving, corporate and foundation relations, stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Serve as strategic partner to CEO, Board of Trustees, and senior leadership.
• Develop and implement an annual development plan with measurable goals.
• Secure philanthropic resources aligned with strategic priorities.
• Lead all fundraising efforts, including major gifts and special events.
• Manage a portfolio of 150–200 major gift prospects and donors.
• Oversee Trustee Campaign and leadership giving initiatives.
• Ensure donor stewardship and recognition programs.

Skills

Fundraising leadership

Major gifts

Donor relations

Team leadership

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Tools

Tessitura

Job description

The Vice President of Development serves as a member of the Peace Center's senior leadership team and is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy that advances the organization's mission, strategic plan, and financial sustainability. The position oversees all contributed revenue activities, including individual, corporate, foundation, government, and special event fundraising, while leading a high-performing development team and maintaining a portfolio of major donors and prospects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Serve as a strategic partner to the President & CEO, Board of Trustees, and senior leadership team
• Develop and implement an annual development plan with measurable goals and performance metrics
• Support organizational growth by securing philanthropic resources aligned with strategic priorities
• Monitor fundraising trends, economic conditions, and philanthropic opportunities to position the Peace Center for long-term success
• Represent the Peace Center at donor, community, and civic events
• Lead all fundraising efforts, including individual giving, major gifts, corporate giving, foundation grants, government support, planned giving, and special events
• Personally manage a portfolio of approximately 150–200 major gift prospects and donors
• Develop and execute strategies to increase donor acquisition, retention, and philanthropic investment
• Oversee the annual Trustee Campaign and other leadership giving initiatives
• Ensure exceptional donor stewardship and recognition programs that deepen engagement and inspire advocacy

Team Leadership & Operations

• Lead, mentor, and evaluate Development staff, fostering a collaborative, results-oriented culture
• Establish clear goals, accountability measures, and professional development opportunities for team members
• Oversee departmental budgeting, forecasting, and revenue tracking
• Ensure effective prospect management, donor engagement, and fundraising operations through Tessitura
• Develop and maintain fundraising policies, procedures, and best practices

Data & Performance Management

• Utilize data analytics and donor insights to inform fundraising strategies and decision-making
• Track and report fundraising performance, revenue projections, donor trends, and key performance indicatorsli>Ensure the integrity and effective use of donor data and constituent records
• Partner cross-departmentally to advance organizational objectives
• Support integrated strategies that strengthen donor engagement, audience development, and community impact
• Additional duties as assigned and deemed necessary to the position

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive fundraising leadership experience; performing arts experience preferred
• Demonstrated success securing and closing six- and seven-figure gifts
• Proven experience managing fundraising teams and achieving ambitious revenue goals
• Strong knowledge of major gifts, annual giving, corporate and foundation relations, stewardship, and fundraising best practices
• Experience with donor database systems; Tessitura experience preferred
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and presentation skills
• Must have experience in leading and managing staff
• Ability to work flexible hours

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Location Peace Center

This position is currently accepting applications.