Employment Opportunity

Development Director

Position Overview

The Development Director, in partnership with and reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, is responsible for planning, organizing, and directing all GCCA fundraising efforts. These efforts include the annual fund, institutional giving, corporate giving, grant writing and reporting, special events, and membership program management. The Development Director will also focus on cultivating relationships with current donors and members, managing two large fundraising events, and identifying and securing major individual contributions to strengthen donor and community partner relationships.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CEO to develop and implement GCCA’s annual fundraising plan.
• Manage and cultivate relationships with donors to secure ongoing financial support for GCCA’s mission.
• Identify and cultivate new funding prospects in collaboration with the board, CEO, and GCCA team members.
• Secure, schedule, and participate in meetings and presentations with prospective individuals, organizations, and corporations to build strategic partnerships and secure financial support.
• Oversee the implementation of the constituent management system, including data entry, gift processing, and pledge tracking.
• Develop and implement strategies for a larger, sustained base of annual donors.
• Conduct research to identify new grant funding sources.
• Develop, track, and assist in the completion of proposals and reports required for grants, foundations, and corporate fundraising.
• Coordinate and prepare materials for board meetings and other fundraising committees/groups.
• Manage the membership program, ensuring member engagement and growth.
• Plan and execute two large fundraising events annually.
• Support GCCA team at organizational events, activities, and outreach efforts as needed.
• Support the CEO and GCCA team with administrative functions as needed.

Requirements

• Five or more years of professional experience in nonprofit fundraising or business development, with demonstrated success in managing and forging relationships with multiple donor sources.
• Proven ability to cultivate, solicit, and close major gifts.
• Experience in developing donor strategies and cultivation plans.
• Effective leadership and management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities.
• Effective problem-solving skills with a focus on solutions.
• Experience in expanding and cultivating donor relationships over time; familiarity with the Greenville community is desirable.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of donors.
• Flexible and adaptable style.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Bachelor’s degree required; CFRE certification is a plus.
• High energy and passion for GCCA’s mission.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail; experience managing a CRM system.
• Customer-focused, with the ability to manage multiple projects and relationships while meeting established deadlines.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time (40 hours/week), exempt position with some evening and weekend work required. GCCA supports flexible work-from-home hybrid options. The salary range for this role is $75,000 – $85,000 annually. Employees of GCCA receive 100% reimbursement for individual (employee-only) medical, dental, and vision coverage premiums. GCCA provides short-term and long-term disability insurance at no charge for all exempt employees. Additionally, GCCA offers a 401K plan for all exempt
employees, although GCCA does not contribute to the plan. Other benefits include competitive PTO and annual holiday leave.

How to Apply

Capital Development Services (CapDev) has been retained by Greenville Center for Creative Arts to assist with professional recruitment. Candidates should include a cover letter and a resume. All materials will be kept confidential. Additional inquiries may be directed to Amy Bridges at search@capdev.com.