Director of Development

By joining CASA of New Hampshire, you’ll become part of an enthusiastic, passionate and committed team of staff, volunteers and board members.

Position Overview

The Director of Development is responsible for planning, implementing, and overseeing all fundraising activities to support CASA of NH’s mission. This includes managing individual and institutional giving, grants, donor stewardship, and supporting special events. The Director works closely with the President/CEO, Development Committee, Board of Directors, and staff to ensure the continued growth and long-term financial sustainability of the organization. This position offers a competitive salary and benefits package based on experience.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Development

• Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan in partnership with the President/CEO and Development Committee.
• Set goals, timelines, and strategies for individual, corporate, foundation, and municipal giving.
• Collaborate with board members and committees to identify new funding opportunities.

Individual and Major Gifts

• Cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors, including major gift and planned giving prospects.
• Maintain and expand the donor base through outreach, events, and targeted communication.
• Develop and manage donor recognition and stewardship initiatives.
• Coordinate gatherings for donors and prospects to promote awareness and engagement.
• Work with the CEO to create tailored solicitation strategies for major donors.
• Annually evaluate and revise major gift strategies.

Grants

• Oversee the grants calendar and application process in coordination with the Grants Specialist.
• Ensure timely submission of proposals and required reports.
• Maintain relationships with funders and represent CASA in relevant meetings.

Special Events

• Lead the planning and execution of fundraising events in collaboration with committees and staff.
• Collaborate on preparation of event budgets, timelines, and post-event evaluations.
• Identify, cultivate, and steward corporate sponsors.
• Coordinate with communications staff to promote events.
• Pursue third-party fundraising opportunities and align them with CASA outreach.
• Attend meetings and represent CASA at related events.

Data and Reporting

• Oversee donor database management to ensure clean, segmented data for development activities.
• Generate performance reports to guide strategy and fulfill reporting needs.

Team Leadership

• Supervise the Development Associate and Grants Specialist.
• Provide guidance, support, and ensure alignment with fundraising objectives.

Qualifications

Required Skills and Experience

• 5–10 years of progressive experience in fundraising, development, or philanthropy; experience leading a team and managing major gift portfolios
• Knowledge of annual fund, major gifts, planned giving, grants, and corporate sponsorships
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with staff, board members, and volunteers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including proposal writing, donor messaging and effective story-telling
• Proficiency in donor database management
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Preferred

• Experience managing a major donor program and planned giving initiatives
• Prior supervisory experience in a fundraising or development setting

Personal Attributes

• Strong commitment to CASA’s mission
• Passion for fundraising and building relationships
• Organized, proactive, professional and collaborative approach to work

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of New Hampshire provides a voice for children and youth who have experienced abuse and neglect by empowering a statewide network of trained volunteers to advocate on their behalf so they can thrive in safe, permanent homes.  CASA of NH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We seek to offer a safe, and supportive work environment where all employees and volunteers feel valued and respected.