Development Director

Northern Berkshire Community Coalition

Job Description

Northern Berkshire Community Coalition (nbCC) Development Director
Reports to: Executive Director
Status: Full-time (1.0 FTE), Exempt

Annual Salary: $80,000 – 90,000

The Development Director leads nbCC’s fundraising and resource development efforts to ensure sustainable, diversified revenue in support of the organization’s mission. As a member of the leadership team, this role advances nbCC’s visibility, cultivates strong relationships with donors and partners, and integrates health equity, anti-racism, and community-driven values into all development activities. Interested parties should submit a cover letter, resume, and three references to info@nbccoalition.org.

Essential Job Functions:
Strategy & Leadership
  • Serve on the leadership team with primary responsibility for fundraising strategy and revenue growth.
  • Establish and manage annual and long-term revenue goals, budgets, and work plans.
  • Partner with the Executive Director and Board on fundraising strategy and organizational priorities.
Fundraising & Donor Relations
  • Lead all development activities, including annual appeals, major gifts, fundraising events, and individual giving.
  • Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major gift prospects, including securing 4–5 major gifts annually.
  • Increase individual giving year over year through effective donor engagement and stewardship.
  • Serve as a visible and enthusiastic ambassador for nbCC.
Grants & Institutional Giving
  • Serve as nbCC’s primary grant writer.
  • Research, write, and submit grant proposals to government, foundation, and corporate funders.
  • Manage grant reporting and stewardship in collaboration with program and finance staff.
Systems, Communications & Collaboration
  • Manage the donor database, including gift entry, acknowledgements, tracking, and reporting.
  • Collaborate with the Communications Coordinator to align fundraising with marketing and outreach efforts.
  • Maintain strong relationships with the Board, donors, staff, and philanthropic partners.
Organizational Values & Culture
  • Advance an inclusive, welcoming workplace culture.
  • Integrate health equity, anti-racism, and community-driven decision-making into all fundraising efforts.
  • Participate in professional development and other duties as needed.
  • Participate in professional development and perform other duties as assigned, consistent with the responsibilities of the position.

Qualifications:
  • 5–7+ years of nonprofit development experience with demonstrated success in major gifts and annual appeals.
  • Proven grant writing and foundation relations experience.
  • Track record of securing five- and six-figure gifts.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to build relationships with diverse donors and community stakeholders.
  • Familiarity with northern Berkshire County preferred.

Work Requirements:
  • Valid driver’s license and reliable, insured vehicle; ability to travel throughout northern Berkshire County.
  • Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.
  • Ability to support events and community activities, including light lifting and set-up.