Director, Development Jobs

Explore Director, Development opportunities on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted roles paying $100,000 or more. Directors of Development lead fundraising and advancement programs, build relationships with donors and partners, and help organizations turn strategic priorities into sustainable support.

What Does a Director of Development Do?

A Director of Development typically sets fundraising goals and plans, oversees campaigns and grant initiatives, and cultivates relationships with individual, corporate, and institutional supporters. Depending on the organization, the role may also guide donor communications, sponsorships, planned giving, special events, and development operations. Directors often manage staff and collaborate with executive leadership, finance, marketing, and program teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly look for a record of meeting fundraising targets, strong relationship-building and communication skills, and the ability to develop and execute strategic plans. Experience with donor databases, budgets, campaign reporting, and team leadership may be important. Requirements vary by organization; some roles seek experience in a specific sector, such as nonprofits, higher education, healthcare, arts, or advocacy.

Director, Development Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as organization type, location, scope of responsibility, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, making it easier to explore senior development roles at that compensation level. Career paths may lead to vice president of development, chief development officer, or other executive leadership positions.

Find Director, Development Jobs on Ladders

Browse Director, Development listings to compare leadership opportunities and find roles that fit your background and goals. Use filters to narrow your search by location, industry, and other preferences, and review each listing for its responsibilities and qualifications.

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$129K - $162K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide Cost of Care solutions. Drive scalability, optimize deployment, and enhance operational effectiveness across diverse markets, collaborating with stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of enrichment programs by driving strategy, execution, and operational excellence across multiple sites, ensuring impactful experiences for families and children while achieving finan...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$182K - $250K *

Champion market development strategies to enhance our presence in CMS and HHS. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, identify opportunities, and drive impactful outcomes in federal health IT...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$122K - $177K *

Lead coding operations and education initiatives to ensure compliance, accuracy, and optimal reimbursement across the organization. Manage staff training and oversee coding standards while collaborati...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading product management efforts. Drive innovation and strategy while mentoring a team to enhance software solutions that improve patient outcomes and op...

Georgia, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $160K *

Lead the charge in transforming member support by defining strategy, enhancing team performance, and integrating AI solutions. Drive operational excellence while fostering a culture of empathy and acc...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $216K *

Champion risk adjustment initiatives by leading enterprise-wide programs, ensuring compliance and accuracy in data reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and enhance...

Tennessee, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower your career by driving project delivery and managing Agile teams. Utilize AI tools to enhance decision-making, anticipate risks, and ensure timely outcomes. Collaborate with stakeholders to ma...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Elevate our deal desk function by transforming processes into a scalable model. You'll implement AI tools, streamline order forms, and ensure efficient deal structuring while collaborating with cross...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing biomarker program operations, ensuring seamless sample processing from collection to storage. Collaborate across teams to uphold quality and compliance while driving grow...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing client projects, ensuring high-quality delivery on time and within budget while fostering excellent customer service and collaboration across teams...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$73K - $115K *

Help us drive operational excellence in provider data management, ensuring accuracy and efficiency throughout the lifecycle. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, leverage insights, and impleme...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Unlock your potential by driving revenue growth and managing client relationships in the commercial real estate due diligence sector. Collaborate with leaders to pursue strategic opportunities and enh...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$200K - $350K *

Unlock your potential as you structure and manage reinsurance programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure effective risk transfer and operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead and develop engineering teams focused on clinical data integration and insights. Drive the direction of data pipelines and ensure impactful, equitable health outcomes through effective collaborat...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $135K *

Transform the insurance landscape by leading product innovation and development initiatives, enhancing personal Property products to meet member needs and drive profitable growth while ensuring market...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $120K *

Transform media operations by planning and coordinating across various areas, ensuring efficiency and adherence to best practices while driving productivity and cost savings in a dynamic environment...

New York, NYRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$178K - $294K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering and analytics. Lead strategy, architecture, and execution of scalable data solutions while mentoring professionals and driving business outcomes through...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Join a team where you will drive strategic planning and enhance operational frameworks to optimize performance and foster collaboration across departments, contributing to transformative solutions and...

California, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with a pivotal role in business development, focusing on lead generation and relationship building to enhance pipeline growth and support sales objectives across North America...

Mississauga, ONRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving business growth through lead generation, relationship building, and strategic engagement. Collaborate with sales teams to identify opportunities and close deals, ensuring a...

Raleigh, NCRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving growth by identifying and developing new business opportunities. You'll engage prospects, nurture relationships, and support the sales team in achieving corporate objectives...

Denver, CORemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic sales initiatives, managing key accounts, and fostering long-term partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify growth opportunities and delive...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Advance business growth by building strategic relationships and identifying client needs. Drive sales initiatives and ensure seamless implementation of client programs while meeting profit margins and...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $350K *

Transform actuarial services by validating third-party data, establishing loss assumptions, and independently reserving gross/ceded/net. Lead technical support for the Reserve Committee while enhancin...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Development do?question toggle

    A Director of Development leads an organization's fundraising strategy and activities. Responsibilities may include managing campaigns, cultivating donors, pursuing grants and sponsorships, overseeing development staff, and reporting on fundraising results.

  • What qualifications are needed for Director, Development jobs?question toggle

    Qualifications vary, but employers often seek fundraising experience, a history of meeting revenue goals, excellent communication and relationship-building skills, strategic planning ability, and experience managing teams or development operations.

  • How much do Director, Development jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies by employer, location, sector, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including eligible Director, Development opportunities.

  • Where do Directors of Development work?question toggle

    Directors of Development work across organizations that rely on fundraising or external support, including nonprofits, universities, healthcare systems, cultural institutions, foundations, and advocacy organizations.

  • What roles can follow a Director of Development position?question toggle

    Experienced Directors of Development may advance to vice president of development, chief development officer, executive director, or other senior leadership roles, depending on the organization and their experience.