Vice President of Development

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Development to lead its fundraising strategy and programs, including operating, capital, legacy, and endowment giving. The role oversees a development team and works with board members, volunteers, senior leaders, and staff to grow contributed revenue and lead future campaigns. Responsibilities include building fundraising programs across individual, corporate, foundation, and government giving, as well as sponsorships, grants, and events. The Vice President will cultivate and solicit major donors, steward board engagement, set performance goals, and manage departmental budgets and operations. As a member of the senior leadership team, this person will contribute to organizational strategy and promote inclusive, collaborative practices. Candidates should have at least 10 years of experience leading nonprofit development teams and volunteer boards, with demonstrated success across capital campaigns, major gifts, annual giving, sponsorships, grants, planned giving, and fundraising events. Experience building major-gift pipelines and securing six- and seven-figure gifts is required, along with strong fiscal management, planning, and data-analysis skills. The role calls for excellent communication and relationship-building abilities, comfort engaging senior stakeholders, and knowledge of marketing, digital fundraising, and donor-management technology. A strong professional network in the relevant philanthropic community and a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience are required.