Vice President of Development - Remote

Overview

The organization is seeking a strategic, entrepreneurial leader to serve as Vice President of Development, responsible for leading the development strategy and overseeing all aspects of philanthropic revenue.

In Short

• Lead the organization’s fundraising strategy.
• Build and manage a portfolio of institutional and high-net-worth donors.
• Develop compelling grant proposals and donor materials.
• Oversee grant tracking and donor relationship milestones.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director on donor engagement.
• Manage HubSpot and development systems for accurate data tracking.
• Define and execute staffing strategy for the development function.
• Drive strategy with a strategic and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Align with the organization’s mission to promote constructive dialogue.

Requirements

• 10–12+ years of fundraising experience.
• Track record of securing six- and seven-figure gifts.
• Skilled relationship-builder.
• Strong communicator with narrative skills.
• Exceptionally organized and self-motivated.
• Experience in leadership roles shaping development strategy.
• Aligned with the organization’s mission.
• Bonus: background in academia or higher education.

Benefits

• Compensation: $175,000 – $195,000.
• Remote-first work culture.
• Unlimited PTO plus 13 company holidays.
• Home office equipment reimbursement.
• Employer-supported health, vision, and dental plans.
• Subsidized parental leave and 401k match.
• Annual professional development budget.