Senior Director of Development and Donor Engagement

Overview

Position: Senior Director of Development and Donor Engagement
Location: Hartford, CT
Salary: $75,000 – $95,000
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings/weekends
Reports To: President & CEO

Why Join Harc? Harc has been a leader for over 70 years in creating meaningful, inclusive opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. We are looking for an innovative, relationship-driven Senior Director of Development & Communication to oversee fundraising, donor engagement, and storytelling initiatives that support our mission. This is more than a job—it’s an opportunity to make a lasting difference while shaping the philanthropic strategy of a trusted nonprofit.

• Drive Philanthropy Strategy:
  Design and execute an annual Development Plan that fuels organizational growth.
• Lead Donor Engagement:
  Build and steward relationships with individual donors, major gift prospects, foundations, and corporate partners.
• Oversee Grants & Events:
  Manage grants lifecycle and lead signature events like Harc’s Gala and Walk N Roll.
• Shape Our Story:
  Oversee Marketing and Communication Manager to deliver compelling campaigns, donor communications, and brand-aligned messaging.
• Inspire & Lead:
  Supervise a talented team (Events Manager, Marketing and Communications Manager, and Grant Writer) and engage board committees to amplify impact.

• Proven Fundraiser: 5–7+ years in development with success in individual giving, events, and grants.
• Relationship Builder:
  Skilled in cultivating major donors and corporate sponsors with integrity and discretion.
• Strategic Communicator:
  Exceptional writer and storyteller who can inspire donors and partners.
• Team Leader:
  Experience managing staff and collaborating across departments.
• Tech-Savvy:
  Comfortable with CRM systems, digital campaigns, and data-driven strategies

• Mission That Matters:
  Every dollar raised transforms lives.
• Collaborative Culture: A small, passionate team with a big impact.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Competitive salary, 94% employer-paid medical premiums, generous PTO, 401(k) with a generous employer contribution, and more.