Development Director
Quick answer
Clarke Schools for Hearing & Speech is hiring an in-office Development Director in New York City paying $80,000-$90,000 to lead fundraising efforts and donor engagement initiatives.
- Role
- Development Director
- Organization
- Clarke Schools for Hearing & Speech
- Location
- New York City, New York (US)
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- $80,000 - $90,000/annual
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Development Director will lead and execute fundraising strategies for Clarke Schools for Hearing & Speech in New York. This role focuses on cultivating individual, corporate, and foundation donors while managing special events and annual campaigns. The successful candidate will collaborate with board members and stakeholders to secure financial support for children who are deaf or hard of hearing. The position requires a proactive professional experienced in relationship building and non-profit development.
What you'll do
- Develop and execute a comprehensive annual fundraising plan.
- Cultivate and steward a portfolio of individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
- Lead the planning and execution of fundraising events, including logistics and volunteer coordination.
- Collaborate with board members and leadership to develop strategic campaigns.
- Research prospective donors and prepare compelling funding proposals.
What it takes
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising or development.
- Proven track record of meeting annual fundraising goals.
- Demonstrated experience in event planning and volunteer management.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills for stakeholder engagement.
- Proficiency in donor management software.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Where is this position located?
This position is based in New York City, New York, and requires the ability to attend local events and represent the organization in the community.
What is the compensation for this role?
The salary for the Development Director is explicitly specified as $80,000 to $90,000 per year.
What are the core qualifications required?
Candidates must have at least 3 years of fundraising experience, a bachelor's degree or equivalent, and a demonstrated history of meeting annual fundraising goals.
How do I apply for this job?
Interested candidates can apply through the organization's website as linked in the original job posting.
How to apply
Apply directly on Clarke Schools for Hearing & Speech's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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