Director of Development & Communications
Asian Community Development Corporation
Boston, MA
Anticipated Start Date: 9/1/2026
Description
The Director of Development & Communications leads and manages all aspects of the organization’s fundraising and communications strategies. This role is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive fundraising and storytelling efforts that support the organization’s mission, programs, and long-term sustainability. The Director of Development & Communications oversees multiple revenue streams, which include individual giving, major gifts, foundations, corporations, events, and campaigns.
They provide leadership to development staff and partners, work closely with executive leadership and the board of directors, and ensure that fundraising systems, processes, and metrics are in place to support growth. The ideal candidate is a strategic, relationship-driven leader with strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to inspire confidence among donors, staff, and volunteers.
Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy, Leadership, and Execution
Foster a strong internal culture of philanthropy across the organization.
Develop and implement annual and long-term comprehensive fundraising strategies aligned with organizational goals, budgets, and priorities.
Oversee the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors.
Personally manage a portfolio of key donors and prospects, as appropriate to organizational size and structure (50+, smaller number of high-level prospects).
Develop and implement individualized donor engagement strategies, achieving an agreed-upon annual minimum of visits, virtual meetings, and phone/email communication visit contacts across the portfolio.
Lead or support capacity campaign planning and execution with campaign consultants and committee members, when applicable.
Oversee foundation, corporate and governmental relations to generate grant funding, event sponsorships, and other funding opportunities
Supervise two to three full-time development and communications staff and relevant vendors or consultants.
Ensure effective use of the donor database (CRM) to track prospects, donor engagement, and performance metrics.
Establish and monitor key fundraising metrics, including donor retention, growth, and pipeline health.
Oversee development operations to ensure timely gift processing, acknowledgment, and reporting.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the organization.
Communications
Oversee content creation and distribution across ACDC’s communications channels.
Manage media relations by pitching stories, drafting and distributing press releases, and coordinating interviews.
Represent the organization in donor engagements, events, and community settings, to strengthen the organization’s philanthropic presence and reputation.
Board & Executive Partnership
Partner closely with the Executive Director on fundraising strategy and donor engagement.
Engage, train, and support board members and committees in fundraising and donor stewardship.
Prepare fundraising reports and updates for monthly board meetings as needed.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
7+ years of progressive experience in fundraising, development, or related field.
Demonstrated success securing major gifts and managing complex fundraising efforts.
5+ years of experience managing staff and/or leading teams.
Strong strategic planning, organizational, and project management skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships with donors, board members, and partners.
Experience with donor databases (experience with Little Green Light a plus) and fundraising technology.
Experience in supporting or leading a capital or capacity campaign a plus.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and independently when needed.
Ability and willingness to travel (primarily within Greater Boston).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite required; experience with Sharepoint a plus.
Genuine appreciation of the organization’s mission and the ability to communicate it authentically.
Salary Range and Employee Benefits
$85,000-114,000
How to Apply for this Job
About the Organization
Asian Community Development Corporation (ACDC) invests in Asian American and low-income communities by creating and preserving affordable and vibrant neighborhoods in Chinatown and Greater Boston.
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