Associate Director of Development

This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for an Associate Director of Development in United States.

This role is a high-impact fundraising position focused on building and strengthening relationships with individual donors to drive meaningful support for a mission dedicated to improving outcomes for children and families. You will lead the cultivation and stewardship of a portfolio of mid- to high-capacity donors, developing tailored engagement strategies that inspire long-term philanthropic commitment. Operating in a fully remote and mission-driven environment, this position blends strategic relationship management with hands-on fundraising execution. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to identify funding opportunities and craft compelling donor experiences. The role requires a proactive, relationship-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented nonprofit setting. It offers the opportunity to help scale a developing major gifts program with significant long-term impact.

• Manage and grow a portfolio of approximately 100–125 major donors, cultivating and stewarding relationships with prospects capable of giving between $1,000 and $25,000.
• Develop and execute personalized donor engagement and moves management strategies to retain, upgrade, and deepen donor relationships.
• Lead donor qualification efforts across a broader pipeline of approximately 300 prospects to identify long-term giving potential.
• Collaborate with internal teams and leadership to design funding opportunities, proposals, and solicitation strategies aligned with organizational priorities.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to support donor cultivation, engagement, and stewardship activities across multiple channels.
• Maintain accurate and timely donor records in CRM systems, ensuring high-quality data tracking and reporting.
• Contribute to the development of fundraising strategies, campaigns, and best practices to strengthen overall development operations.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in donor-facing fundraising, ideally within large nonprofit organizations or mission-driven environments.
• Proven track record of successfully soliciting and closing major gifts, including contributions in the five-figure range.
• Strong experience managing donor portfolios and building long-term relationships with high-net-worth individuals.
• Ability to engage, influence, and build trust with diverse stakeholders across cultural, social, and political backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in a self-directed, goal-oriented fundraising environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills with experience working alongside executive leadership, boards, and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in donor CRM systems such as Salesforce or similar platforms.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to use insights and analytics to inform fundraising strategy and segmentation.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; advanced experience in nonprofit fundraising or related fields strongly valued.

Benefits:

• Competitive annual salary ranging from $105,000 to $115,000, based on experience.
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
• Generous paid vacation and time-off policy.
• Professional development stipend to support continuous learning and growth.
• Fully remote work flexibility from anywhere in the United States.
• Opportunities to contribute to a mission-driven organization with national impact.
• Exposure to meaningful work focused on equity, education, and child development outcomes.