Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Development director is responsible for leading and managing strategic fundraising plans to secure financial support through grants, corporate partnerships, individual donors, fundraising campaigns, special events, and community engagement initiatives for Arise Single Moms.  The position also oversees donor communications, stewardship, and relationshipbuilding to ensure long-term support for the organization’s programs and services to single moms.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement a comprehensive annual fundraising plan, including major gifts, corporate sponsorships, grants, and special events. This includes maintaining and enhancing our current annual development plan.
• Work with executive director to implement fundraising strategy.
• Identify and pursue new funding opportunities and revenue streams.
• Cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with major donors, sponsors, and community partners.
• Strengthen current donor relationships and foster connections with new event attendees.
• Oversee donor communications, recognition programs, and retention strategies.
• Manage donor database and ensure accurate tracking of contributions and engagement
• Lead grant writing and reporting processes for foundations and corporate entities.
• Oversee fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives, including annual drives and special events.
• Serve as an ambassador for the organization in the community, representing the organization at events, meetings, and public engagements.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• 4+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising or development.
• Proven track record of securing major gifts and meeting fundraising goals.
• Skilled communicator and relationship-focused leader.
• Technologically savvy and knowledgeable including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite, Google Apps, CRM management system (DonorPerfect).
• Ability to listen to others and communicate honestly, responsibly and professionally; verbally, written, and electronically. 
• Skillful at building strong new and lasting relationships, networking, and stewarding a portfolio of contacts.
• High level of professionalism, diplomacy, and accountability.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and ability to work collaboratively as part of a team. 
• Possess a growth mindset: the willingness to be coached to increase effectiveness, collaboration, and produce results
• Foster a culture of integrity, service, adaptability, innovation, and responsibility.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFIT 

•      $62,000-72,000 (depending on experience)
•      Benefits package includes health and dental insurance – at no cost to the employee
•      401K Contribution after one year of employment
•      14 Paid Holidays including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
•      8 sick days per year
•      5 PTO days for the first year then increases to 10 with additional each year thereafter
•      Flexible schedule and local remote  
•      Professional Development/Training

APPLICATION DETAILS 

Please send resume and three references along with a cover letter of no more than 2 pages to [email protected]. Applications are open the month of July 2026. Within your letter, please respond to the following:

1.  Why is Arise Single Mom’s mission of interest to you?

2.  How do your experiences, personal strengths, and leadership abilities prepare you for this position?

3.  Describe a successful individual or corporate donor fundraising campaign with which you have been involved or provided a leadership role?