Goodwin Recruiting
Development Director JN -122025-169082
Goodwin Recruiting, Sandy Springs, Georgia, United States
Lead Fundraising Strategy for a Premier Cultural Organization
High‑visibility leadership role for a strategic, relationship‑driven development professional who excels at building diversified revenue streams, cultivating major donors, and partnering closely with executive leadership and the board.
Role Impact The Development Director is responsible for advancing the organization’s mission by designing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports both annual operations and long‑term growth initiatives. The role oversees a full development portfolio, including:
Annual giving
Major gifts
Corporate sponsorships
Foundation and government grants
Planned giving
Special events
A rolling capacity‑building and vision campaign
Key Responsibilities Fundraising Strategy & Execution
Develop and implement a multi‑channel funding strategy aligned with organizational priorities and long‑term vision
Create annual fundraising plans with measurable targets across all giving levels and revenue sources
Monitor performance using data and metrics; adjust tactics to optimize results and sustainability
Donor Development & Revenue Growth
Increase average gift size and donor retention through targeted cultivation and stewardship
Proactively identify, cultivate, and solicit new individual, foundation, and corporate prospects
Manage donor engagement timelines across the full giving cycle to maintain momentum
Identify and pursue new grant and government funding opportunities
Design and launch a planned giving program, including outreach materials and processing systems
Events, Sponsorships & Campaigns
Plan and execute fundraising events in collaboration with internal teams
Secure cash and in‑kind sponsorships that support programming and operations
Align fundraising initiatives with communications and audience engagement strategies
Leadership, Board & Infrastructure
Manage development staff and external contractors with clear accountability
Serve as primary staff liaison to the Board’s Development Committee
Support board members and volunteer leaders in fundraising and donor engagement
Oversee CRM systems, workflows, and fundraising tools to ensure operational excellence
Ideal Candidate Profile You are a results‑oriented fundraising leader who combines strategic vision with hands‑on execution and thrives in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in development, advancement, or business affairs
Demonstrated success securing major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporate partners
Experience managing diverse funding streams (individual giving, grants, sponsorships, events)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
Bachelor’s degree
Preferred Experience
Arts, cultural, or mission‑driven nonprofit experience
Experience working with boards and volunteer committees
Compensation US $100,000 - $110,000 per year.
Job ID 169082
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Role Impact The Development Director is responsible for advancing the organization’s mission by designing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports both annual operations and long‑term growth initiatives. The role oversees a full development portfolio, including:
Annual giving
Major gifts
Corporate sponsorships
Foundation and government grants
Planned giving
Special events
A rolling capacity‑building and vision campaign
Key Responsibilities Fundraising Strategy & Execution
Develop and implement a multi‑channel funding strategy aligned with organizational priorities and long‑term vision
Create annual fundraising plans with measurable targets across all giving levels and revenue sources
Monitor performance using data and metrics; adjust tactics to optimize results and sustainability
Donor Development & Revenue Growth
Increase average gift size and donor retention through targeted cultivation and stewardship
Proactively identify, cultivate, and solicit new individual, foundation, and corporate prospects
Manage donor engagement timelines across the full giving cycle to maintain momentum
Identify and pursue new grant and government funding opportunities
Design and launch a planned giving program, including outreach materials and processing systems
Events, Sponsorships & Campaigns
Plan and execute fundraising events in collaboration with internal teams
Secure cash and in‑kind sponsorships that support programming and operations
Align fundraising initiatives with communications and audience engagement strategies
Leadership, Board & Infrastructure
Manage development staff and external contractors with clear accountability
Serve as primary staff liaison to the Board’s Development Committee
Support board members and volunteer leaders in fundraising and donor engagement
Oversee CRM systems, workflows, and fundraising tools to ensure operational excellence
Ideal Candidate Profile You are a results‑oriented fundraising leader who combines strategic vision with hands‑on execution and thrives in a collaborative, mission‑driven environment.
Required Qualifications
5+ years of experience in development, advancement, or business affairs
Demonstrated success securing major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporate partners
Experience managing diverse funding streams (individual giving, grants, sponsorships, events)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
Bachelor’s degree
Preferred Experience
Arts, cultural, or mission‑driven nonprofit experience
Experience working with boards and volunteer committees
Compensation US $100,000 - $110,000 per year.
Job ID 169082
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