Director of Development & Communications
Quick answer
Row New York is hiring a remote senior Director of Development & Communications (NYC-based) paying $120k-$140k to lead fundraising and communications strategy.
- Role
- Director of Development & Communications
- Organization
- Row New York
- Location
- New York, NY
- Work setup
- Remote
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- $120,000–$140,000 per year, commensurate with experience
- Category
- Development & Fundraising
The role
Row New York seeks a strategic, relationship-driven, and entrepreneurial leader to serve as its next Director of Development & Communications. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Director will lead the organization's fundraising and partnership strategy to ensure that Row New York has the revenue, relationships, fundraising systems, messaging, and visibility needed to advance its mission.
What you'll do
- Lead the development and execution of Row New York's annual and multi-year fundraising strategy
- Manage a portfolio of major donors and institutional funders
- Develop and execute cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and engagement strategies
- Lead, coach, and cultivate the professional growth of the Development team
- Shape Row New York’s external voice, thought leadership strategy, and messaging
- Partner with the CEO in supporting board and committee engagement related to fundraising and external affairs
What it takes
- 8–10+ years of progressive fundraising experience
- Demonstrated success cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding major donors and institutional funders
- At least 3 years’ experience managing multiple direct reports and developing high performance teams
- Superior strategic planning, project management, and execution skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities
- Experience developing fundraising systems, processes, forecasting tools, and performance assessment structures
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Affordable, high-quality health, dental, and vision insurance, 401K plan, fully paid parental leave, minimum of 25 paid PTO days per year plus paid holidays
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The job is primarily remote but includes in-person work in the New York City metro-area.
What is the compensation range?
The compensation range is $120,000–$140,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
What are the key qualifications required?
Key qualifications include 8–10+ years of progressive fundraising experience, demonstrated success in cultivating and soliciting major donors, and at least 3 years’ experience managing multiple direct reports.
How do I apply for this job?
To apply, send your application to [email protected].
What is the expected start date?
The anticipated start date is 01/04/2027.
How to apply
Apply directly on Row New York's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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