What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Development position at Center for Health and Learning?
Location: Remote (New England-based)
Organization: Center for Health and Learning (CHL)
Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports To: Co-Executive Director
The Center for Health and Learning (CHL) seeks a key leadership team member who seeks to make a meaningful impact at a pivotal time. We’re looking for an experienced fundraiser with the skills and experience to be a “one-person shop” that quickly builds financial support for an organization that has historically been more focused on public grant funding than private philanthropy.
About Us
CHL is a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring optimal mental health for all. As a catalyst for innovative initiatives, we focus on:
- Mental health and wellness promotion
- Substance misuse prevention
- Suicide prevention
Our mission is to build healthy communities through:
- Educational resources
- Leadership training
- Technical assistance
CHL is committed to improving mental health in schools, healthcare systems, and communities across New England.
Position Overview
The Director of Development is a pivotal role that drives CHL's mission through strategic fundraising, grant acquisition, donor cultivation, and innovative development initiatives–with a particular focus on growing CHL’s private funding. The Director of Development reports to CHL’s co-Executive Director and works closely with the Development Committee of the Board of Directors to align fundraising efforts with CHL’s long-term strategic goals. We seek a dynamic leader with a proven track record in nonprofit fundraising and a deep understanding of donor relations, grant processes, and strategic planning alignment to funding goals.
Key Responsibilities
1. Fundraising Strategy
- Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising plan for revenue generation, aligned with organizational goals
- Diversify funding streams, including, but not limited to, individual giving, corporate sponsorships, major gifts, event fundraising, mission outreach and awareness
2. Grant Management
- Support Executive Directors with developing proposals to various funding sources–with an emphasis on new private sources (75%), but also including public sources (25%).
- Collaborate with Executive Directors and other team members to ensure grant compliance and nurture relationships with funders
3. Donor Relations
- Cultivate and strengthen relationships with current and prospective donors with a focus on donors who have the potential to make a major investment in CHL
- Implement effective donor stewardship and retention strategies
- Manage the donor database and reporting functions
4. Comprehensive Development Leadership
- Develop compelling fundraising campaigns, including annual giving and special events
- Monitor campaign progress and report on outcomes
5. Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Co-Executive Directors and Board to align fundraising with organizational vision
- Integrate fundraising strategies across the organization
6. Financial Oversight
- Ensure efficient resource allocation to maximize fundraising ROI
7. Performance Analysis
- Implement data-driven fundraising strategies
- Provide regular reports on fundraising metrics and insights, including performance against established goals
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Nonprofit Management, Business, Communications, or a related field
- 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, or grant writing
- Successful history of meeting or exceeding fundraising and grant acquisition goals- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organizational and project management abilities
- Proficiency in fundraising software, preferably GiveButter and HubSpot
- Passion for mental health advocacy and the nonprofit sector
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: $75,000-80,000 (commensurate with experience)
- Full-time, remote position
- Comprehensive benefits package:
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
- Office closure between Christmas and New Year's Day
- Health insurance
- Retirement savings plan
Please note: A cover letter is required. Applications missing a cover letter will not be considered for this position.
Salary : $75,000 - $80,000