Job Description
Team: Business Development
This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Development Director, Social Events in United States.
This role is a high-impact fundraising leadership position focused on designing and executing a premier, large-scale gala event that drives significant philanthropic revenue. You will be responsible for building and managing a comprehensive fundraising strategy that combines event production, donor cultivation, corporate sponsorships, and community engagement. Acting as both strategist and relationship builder, you will engage executive-level stakeholders, board members, and high-net-worth donors to grow long-term support for a mission-driven cause. The role requires a strong blend of event fundraising expertise, business development skills, and stakeholder leadership. You will oversee the full lifecycle of a flagship fundraising gala while also developing year-round cultivation opportunities to expand donor pipelines. This is a highly visible position where your work directly contributes to advancing an important public health mission through large-scale community and corporate engagement.
Accountabilities:
- Develop and execute a comprehensive annual fundraising strategy and budget to achieve $1M+ revenue from a flagship gala and related events.
- Lead end-to-end planning and execution of high-profile social and cultivation events designed to expand donor engagement and revenue streams.
- Identify, cultivate, and secure major gifts, corporate sponsorships, table sales, and auction contributions using structured donor management strategies.
- Recruit, engage, and manage executive and volunteer leadership committees to support fundraising and event success.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with C-suite executives, board members, and community leaders to drive long-term philanthropic partnerships.
- Oversee event logistics and revenue optimization strategies, including sponsorship packages, auctions, paddle raises, and donor engagement activities.
- Prepare revenue forecasts, performance reports, and executive briefings for senior leadership and governance stakeholders.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with development, strategy, and revenue teams to align fundraising initiatives and best practices.
- Serve as a mission ambassador by representing the organization at community and donor-facing engagements.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
- 7–10 years of progressive experience in development, fundraising, or nonprofit event leadership.
- Proven track record of leading large-scale gala events generating $1M+ in revenue.
- Demonstrated success in major gift fundraising, including prospect identification, cultivation, and closing.
- Strong experience building corporate sponsorship pipelines and long-term donor relationships.
- Ability to create compelling, tailored fundraising proposals for diverse donor audiences.
- Experience working directly with senior executives, board members, and high-level stakeholders.
- Strong organizational and budget management skills with proficiency in CRM systems.
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Passion for mission-driven work and comfort operating in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
- Competitive salary range: $70,000 – $90,000 annually
- Health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
- Retirement plan with 6% employer match
- Unlimited paid time off policy
- Fully remote work environment within the United States
- Bi-weekly home office stipend
- Parental leave benefits
- Tuition reimbursement and learning & development opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements and supportive culture
- Strong mission-driven environment focused on community impact.
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Date Posted
04/22/2026
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