Director of Development and Communications

Sep 24

Anticipated Start Date: 11/1/2026

Description

LBN seeks an accomplished and visionary Director of Development and Communications to provide strategic leadership across fundraising, donor engagement, communications, and community relations. This is a significant opportunity for a seasoned development professional who combines strategic thinking with exceptional relationship-building skills and who is inspired by the opportunity to translate mission into meaningful philanthropic support.

Working closely with organizational leadership and key stakeholders, the Director will serve as a trusted ambassador for LBN—connecting people to the mission, inspiring investment, and building the relationships that will shape the organization’s future. This is an opportunity to join a deeply relational organization and play a central leadership role in advancing a transformative mission—strengthening community, expanding opportunity, and helping ensure that every person has a place to belong.

Responsibilities

Development Strategy and Planning

Lead and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies, including major gifts, planned giving, grants, events, and donor pipeline development
Set annual development and communications priorities and goals in partnership with the Executive Director
Serve as a strategic advisor to the Executive Director on all fundraising activities

Donor Relations

Cultivate, steward, and solicit mid and major level donor relationships with a focus on long-term engagement
Lead prospecting and relationship-building efforts to grow and sustain the donor pipeline

Communications and Outreach

Provide strategic oversight of communications to ensure alignment with L’Arche’s mission, values, and fundraising goals
Ensure donor-facing communications are inclusive and mission driven and support engagement, stewardship, and giving
Supervise outreach activities to support annual goals and needs of the community.

Leadership and Management

Provide leadership and supervision for the Development Team, fostering a collaborative, mission-centered culture
Oversee grants management

Events, Reporting, and Board Partnership

Oversee planning and execution of special events, including the Longest Table L’Arche Fundraiser
Prepare and present fundraising reports to the Executive Director and Board of Directors
Partner with board leadership to strengthen board engagement in fundraising
Other duties as assigned, based on needs, skillset and interests.

Requirements

Experience and genuine desire to work with people with disabilities and the people and systems who support them • Ability to communicate the mission of L’Arche with passion, integrity, and clarity
Demonstrated ability to thrive in a donor-centered, relationship-driven fundraising environment
Optimistic, proactive, and attentive to detail
Management of staff and activities engaged with big-picture strategy and day-to-day execution
Motivated by building new relationships and meeting strategic fundraising goals
Strong time management and prioritization skills, with the ability to work independently as a self-starter and idea generator
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Bachelor’s degree required, further education preferred.
5–7 years of progressively responsibilities in fundraising experience, including experience across multiple facets of development and competence to supervise the development team

Other Qualifications

DPPC Abuser Registry Check.
CPR and First Aid certification upon hire or within 30 days of hire.
Ability to pass CORI and fingerprint background checks.
Completion of Fire Safety and Human Rights training within 60 days of employment.
Valid Driver’s License

Salary Range and Employee Benefits

Meaningful, mission-based, and community-focused work
100% Health Insurance Premium Coverage, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Optional Dental and Vision and a 403B retirement plan.
Professional Development Opportunities, including retreats

Salary based on experience; range of $80,000- $100,000 annually.

L’Arche is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. 

How to Apply for this Job

gesparza@larchebostonnorth.org

About the Organization

L’Arche Boston North (LBN) is a vibrant, mission-driven organization dedicated to creating communities where adults with intellectual disabilities are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Through housing, support services, and meaningful relationships, LBN fosters a culture of belonging, mutual transformation, and joy.

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