[Hiring] Development Director @Cystic Fibrosis Foundation

Role Description

The Development Director is responsible for leading and executing the chapter's fundraising efforts, with a strong emphasis on individual giving, corporate partnerships, special events, volunteer and donor recruitment & cultivation, and community engagement. This role ensures alignment with organization and department policies and procedures, maintains accurate donor data in the CRM system, and drives revenue growth to support the area & chapter's goals.

• Accountable for achieving fundraising budgets & volunteer leadership goals.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate fundraising events.
• Develop event budgets, sponsorship packages, and growth strategies to maximize revenue and engagement.
• Lead donor moves management by identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding individual and institutional donors.
• Recruit and maintain strong relationships with board members, donors, volunteers, and community partners to support fundraising efforts.
• Develop and implement strategies for donor retention and growth, including personalized outreach and recognition.
• Communicate, educate, and raise awareness about CF and the Foundation’s mission to people with CF, families, and community members.
• Collaborate with Field Marketing Partner to manage external marketing & communications.
• Follow all organizational and departmental policies, procedures, and ethical standards related to fundraising and donor relations.
• Ensure fundraising activities align with department, area, and chapter goals, and strategic priorities.
• Provide accurate forecasting of revenue and expenses for events.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree preferred or equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
• Minimum of 4 years related non-profit experience.
• Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.
• Strong volunteer management experience.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational, financial, and planning skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Requirements

• Work nights and weekends, as necessary.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel to meetings or events.
• Sitting, bending, reaching, and walking.
• Some heavy lifting may be required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation (base pay and incentive).
• Benefits, time off, and professional development opportunities.

Company Description

The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is a leading healthcare nonprofit organization dedicated to finding a cure for cystic fibrosis and providing all people with CF the opportunity to lead long, fulfilling lives.