Development Director
Quick answer
LIFT is hiring a hybrid Development Director in Los Angeles paying $95,000-$125,000 to lead regional fundraising strategy and donor engagement efforts.
- Role
- Development Director
- Organization
- LIFT
- Location
- Los Angeles, CA
- Work setup
- Hybrid
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $95,000-$125,000 per year
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Development Director will lead regional fundraising efforts for LIFT in Los Angeles, serving as a key partner to the Executive Director to achieve revenue goals. This role involves managing institutional, corporate, and individual donor portfolios while overseeing the Development Manager and regional revenue strategy. The position requires a strategic leader comfortable with grant management, donor cultivation, and community-centric fundraising. The work is conducted in a hybrid environment with a focus on equity and mission-driven storytelling.
What you'll do
- Develop and execute the annual regional revenue plan in partnership with the Executive Director.
- Manage and cultivate a portfolio of individual, corporate, and institutional donors.
- Oversee grant strategy, including proposal development and foundation relationship management.
- Supervise the Development Manager and support regional Advisory Board engagement.
- Analyze fundraising data to inform strategy and ensure progress toward revenue targets.
What it takes
- 6-10 years of nonprofit fundraising experience.
- Strong knowledge of the Los Angeles fundraising landscape.
- Experience with donor management databases, preferably Salesforce.
- Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives and mentor staff.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Employer-paid health care (100% for employees), 403(b) retirement plan with 5% match, 4+ weeks of PTO, 12 weeks paid parental leave, cell phone coverage, and pre-tax transit/health/childcare accounts.
Frequently asked questions
Is this role remote?
This position is hybrid, with an expectation to work in the Los Angeles office approximately two days per week.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary range for this role is $95,000 to $125,000 per year, determined based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity.
What are the key qualifications required?
The ideal candidate has 6-10 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, expertise in the Los Angeles donor landscape, and strong strategic and team leadership skills.
How do I apply for this job?
Interested candidates should visit the LIFT careers page at www.whywelift.org/careers to submit their resume.
How to apply
Apply directly on LIFT's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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