Director of Development
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Job Location:
Brookline, NH - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
19 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Director of Development
Goddard House Brookline Massachusetts
Goddard House Brookline Massachusetts
Position Summary
Goddard House a nonprofit leader in innovative approaches to healthy aging seeks a dynamic and relationship-driven Director of Development to lead and grow its philanthropic program. This is a newly created position designed to expand Goddard Houses philanthropic impact and strengthen a culture of philanthropy across the organization.
Reporting directly to the President & CEO this role offers a unique opportunity to develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy that supports both the Goddard House assisted living community and the continued expansion of Creative Aging Connections a Goddard House initiative that advances creative arts engagement and healthy aging for under-resourced older adults living in Boston and surrounding neighborhoods.
The Director of Development will have responsibility for the organizations fundraising strategy and results while overseeing key advancement functions that support donor engagement and philanthropic growth. This role is both strategic and hands-on requiring the ability to develop long-term fundraising strategy while actively managing donor relationships and driving near-term results.
Working closely with the President & CEO and Board of Trustees the Director will strengthen relationships with donors and community partners and expand philanthropic investment in Goddard Houses mission to support purpose autonomy and choice as we age.
Leadership & Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
- Partner with the President & CEO to develop and implement a comprehensive development strategy and foster a culture of philanthropy.
- Develop and lead annual fundraising goals and strategies supporting programmatic priorities and capital and facility-related initiatives.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to articulate compelling opportunities for philanthropic support.
Fundraising and Donor Engagement
- Identify cultivate solicit and steward individual donors foundations and corporate partners building and managing a robust pipeline of prospects.
- Manage a personal portfolio of major donors and prospects building long-term relationships and securing significant philanthropic gifts.
- Lead major gift strategy and partner with the CEO and Board of Trustees to cultivate and solicit significant gifts.
- Expand the donor base by developing new opportunities for philanthropic engagement and making targeted asks across all giving levels.
- Represent Goddard House at donor events and community outreach activities.
Brand Storytelling & Visibility
- Advance Creative Aging Connections (CAC) brand and storytelling to support fundraising and donor engagement; collaborate with the marketing team to align messaging.
- Strengthen Goddard House and CACs visibility through events campaigns partnerships and public engagement opportunities.
- Collaborate with program and leadership teams to ensure consistent messaging about mission and impact.
Board Engagement
- Support the Board of Trustees and Development Committee in advancing fundraising goals.
- Partner with board members to identify engage and cultivate new donor prospects.
- Provide regular reports on fundraising progress and donor engagement.
Development Operations & Infrastructure
- Oversee donor database management gift tracking and development reporting.
- Ensure effective stewardship and acknowledgment practices.
- Track key metrics including donor retention acquisition and revenue performance.
- Use fundraising data and donor analytics to inform strategy forecasting and performance tracking.
- Provide leadership and oversight for staff and external partners including grant writers and consultants.
First-Year Priorities
During the first year the Director of Development will focus on strengthening the organizations fundraising foundation while beginning to expand philanthropic support.
Key priorities include:
During the first year the Director of Development will focus on strengthening the organizations fundraising foundation while beginning to expand philanthropic support.
Key priorities include:
- Developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy in partnership with the President & CEO.
- Expanding the donor pipeline and increasing philanthropic support for Creative Aging Connections.
- Cultivating relationships with residents current and former families and community supporters.
- Strengthening fundraising infrastructure systems and reporting organization-wide.
- Supporting the Board of Trustees and Development Committee in advancing fundraising engagement.
Key Qualifications
- 57 years of progressive nonprofit fundraising experience with demonstrated success meeting revenue goals.
- Bachelors degree required; Masters degree or equivalent experience preferred.
- Proven track record cultivating and securing major gifts from individuals foundations and corporations.
- Experience managing a personal donor portfolio and building a strong fundraising pipeline aligned to annual revenue targets.
- Experience implementing or contributing to a comprehensive fundraising strategy.
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
- Experience managing donor databases and interpreting fundraising data.
- Highly organized with strong planning and project management abilities.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to grow fundraising initiatives.
- Passion for improving quality of life and wellbeing for older adults.
Preferred
- Experience in healthcare aging services arts or community-based organizations
- Experience with planned or legacy giving programs.
Compensation
Starting Salary of $100000 commensurate with experience plus a competitive benefits package.
About Goddard House
Goddard House is a nonprofit organization with more than 175 years of service to older adults in the Greater Boston community. Located in Brookline Massachusetts Goddard House operates an innovative assisted living and memory care community with 115 residences including 17 affordable units. Goddard House is known for providing high-quality care and creative enriching experiences that support purpose autonomy and engagement for residents.
In addition to its residential community Goddard House leads Creative Aging Connections an initiative that sponsors and develops creative engagement programs and partnerships designed to expand access to creative aging opportunities across the region. Through these efforts Creative Aging Connections engages more than 1500 under-resourced older adults annually throughout the Greater Boston community helping to reduce isolation and promote connection wellbeing and lifelong creativity.
Together these initiatives reflect Goddard Houses commitment to compassionate care innovation in aging services and expanding opportunities for meaningful engagement as people grow older.
Diversity Equity Inclusion & Belonging
Goddard House is committed to nurturing a diverse inclusive and equitable environment where older adults employees families and leadership are respected valued empowered and feel a strong sense of belonging. Through compassion innovation collaboration and curiosity we deliver high-quality care meaningful programs and a supportive culture that upholds dignity and engagement for all.
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