Development Officer
Quick answer
Suzuki Music School of Westport is hiring a Development Officer in Westport, Connecticut, to spearhead fundraising efforts and expand development systems for a competitive salary plus performance bonuses.
- Role
- Development Officer
- Organization
- Suzuki Music School of Westport
- Location
- Westport, Connecticut
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Mid
- Compensation
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience, with additional bonus compensation upon exceeding annual fundraising targets.
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
The Development Officer serves as a key member of the Suzuki Music School of Westport's leadership team, reporting directly to the Executive Director. This new position is responsible for spearheading fundraising initiatives, managing donor networking, and increasing contributed income in collaboration with the Board of Directors. The role offers a unique opportunity to build and refine the organization's development systems to support its growing operations.
What you'll do
- Spearhead comprehensive development and fundraising efforts for the school.
- Partner with the Executive Director to execute organizational advancement goals.
- Engage with the Board of Directors to expand networking and fundraising capabilities.
- Design and implement new development systems to support long-term growth.
- Manage and increase contributed income to support the school's mission.
What it takes
- Proven experience in fundraising or development roles.
- Strong networking and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with executive leadership and board members.
- Experience in building or scaling development infrastructure.
- Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising targets.
What you'll bring
Frequently asked questions
Is this a remote or in-office position?
This position is located in Westport, Connecticut, and requires an in-office presence as part of the school's leadership team.
What is the compensation for this role?
The compensation is a competitive salary based on experience, with the potential for additional bonus compensation when exceeding agreed-upon annual fundraising targets.
What is the primary focus of the Development Officer?
The primary focus is to spearhead fundraising efforts, manage networking, and build new development systems to increase the school's contributed income.
How to apply
Apply directly on Suzuki Music School of Westport's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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