Vice President of Development

Vice President of Development

About the Company

Mission-driven organization providing free customizable programming to schools

Industry
Non-Profit Organization Management

Type
Non Profit

Employees
11-50

Specialties

• education resources
• leadership
• social entrepreneurship
• entrepreneurship education
• higher education
• professional development
• elementary education
• middle level education
• secondary education
• civic action
• and student changemakers

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Development to play a pivotal role in diversifying its revenue and deepening its impact. The successful candidate will be a mission-aligned leader with a strategic and entrepreneurial approach to fundraising. This role is focused on building a relationship-driven development function that supports the organization's growth and sustainability. The VP of Development will be responsible for translating the company's mission into a compelling case for support, designing scalable partnership models, and securing unrestricted funds from a variety of sources, including individual donors, corporate partners, and institutional funders. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in development, with at least 10 years' of leadership experience, and the ability to cultivate meaningful, long-term relationships that go beyond transactional interactions. Key responsibilities for the VP of Development include taking an entrepreneurial approach to fundraising, serving as a visible ambassador for the organization, and leading a stewardship program to engage and inform prospective donors. The role requires a candidate with a strong strategic mindset, the ability to think creatively about revenue generation, and a willingness to experiment with new approaches. The ideal candidate will have a background in nonprofit finance, be adept at working with diverse stakeholders, and be comfortable with the hands-on execution of fundraising activities. A strong emphasis is placed on the ability to communicate the company's dual-impact model effectively and to work collaboratively with internal leaders to design partnership models that align with the organization's goals.

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Business Development
• Non-Profit Management