Starting Salary Range: $80,000 - $85,000
Agape has a current opening for a Director of Development. In partnership with the Chief Development Officer (CDO), the Director of Development leads the implementation of Agape’s comprehensive fundraising strategy to sustain and expand the impact of our mission. This includes major gifts, annual giving, planned giving, corporate and foundation relations, special events, and capital campaigns.
This leader cultivates meaningful relationships with donors, funders, and community partners, connecting their generosity to Agape’s mission of fighting poverty. The Director of Development embodies Agape’s core values in all actions and decisions.
Grounded in the Science of Hope framework, the Director of Development inspires belief in what is possible, creates clear pathways for donor engagement, and empowers others to act with purpose toward a shared vision of flourishing families and thriving communities.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Fundraising & Donor Engagement
- Lead the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of individual, corporate, and foundation donors, connecting their passions to Agape’s mission and impact.
- Build and manage a portfolio of at least 100 major donors and prospects capable of contributing $5,000 or more, ensuring consistent engagement and movement toward gift closure.
- Engage at least 100 donors and prospects annually, tracking progress toward financial and relationship goals through data-informed dashboards.
- Collaborate with the Chief Development Officer on all major fundraising initiatives, campaigns, and events.
- Develop and implement strategies that expand donor retention, deepen engagement, and encourage multi-year commitments.
- Achieve annual fundraising goals established in partnership with the Chief Development Officer, measured by total dollars raised, donor retention, and goal attainment.
Communications, Marketing, & Public Relations
- Partner with the Chief Development Officer and Marketing & Communications Committee to implement the annual communications plan, ensuring all materials reflect Agape’s brand, mission, and hope-centered storytelling.
- Oversee creation of development-related collateral, including newsletters, donor appeals, event materials, annual reports, and impact updates.
- Serve as a public ambassador for Agape, speaking at events and representing the organization in the community with professionalism and authenticity.
Leadership & Team Development
- Supervise and coach members of the Development team, providing guidance, professional development, and accountability aligned with Agape’s mission and culture.
- Foster collaboration across departments, modeling Agape’s value of Interconnectedness by building bridges between Development, Programs, and Operations.
- Ensure agency policies, procedures, and performance standards are communicated and followed within the Development team.
- Contribute to Agape’s Performance, Quality, and Improvement (PQI) standards by using data to drive continuous improvement.
Strategic Planning & Collaboration
- Participate in the design and execution of Agape’s strategic plan and future planning processes, ensuring development priorities align with organizational goals and mission.
- Develop and implement programs that cultivate deeper donor relationships through volunteerism, shared storytelling, and faith-based engagement.
- Support board committees and serve on internal agency committees as assigned, offering leadership that reflects Agape’s mission, core values, and guiding principles.
Operational Excellence
- Oversee systems and processes to manage donor data, track fundraising performance, and ensure compliance with industry standards and internal policies and processes.
- Maintain a flexible schedule to accommodate donor and community engagement, including evening and weekend events as needed.
- Collaborate effectively with internal staff and leadership to foster trust, transparency, and shared ownership of fundraising success.
- Will perform all other duties within the general scope of this position, as requested by the direct supervisor or other members of Agape Leadership.
Core Competencies & Attributes
- Mission-Driven: Demonstrates passion for Agape’s mission.
- Relationship Builder: Establishes and nurtures authentic, trust-based relationships with donors, partners, and colleagues.
- Strategic Thinker: Develops and executes creative, data-informed strategies that align with long-term goals.
- Hope-Inspired Leader: Models optimism and resilience, inspiring belief in what’s possible through clear goals, pathways, and empowerment.
- Collaborative Communicator: Listens actively, communicates transparently, and fosters teamwork across all levels.
- Results-Oriented: Balances relational depth with disciplined execution to achieve measurable outcomes.
- Faith in Action: Lives out Agape’s values and mission in every interaction.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
- Prolonged walking, standing, and climbing stairs within community sites and during community events.
- Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at a time.
Benefits & Perks:
We care about our team’s well-being and growth. Here are just a few of the benefits & perks that you can look forward to as part of our team:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurance
- 3 weeks of Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays, including your birthday
- 403B Retirement plan with an employer match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
And more! We’re committed to creating a workplace where you feel valued, supported, and empowered to thrive.
