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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$175K - $200K *

Drive operational excellence at a leading agency by overseeing project management, enhancing team collaboration, and implementing best practices to ensure successful delivery of client campaigns acros...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $100K *

Transform guest experiences by leading daily operations in a dynamic entertainment venue. Collaborate with a diverse team to ensure exceptional service and operational excellence, while driving strate...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with strategic leadership in Facilities and Engineering, overseeing maintenance, compliance, and operational performance while fostering team engagement and continuous improvement in...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $260K *

Drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence in financial consulting, overseeing real estate and business operations. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders, ensuring project success whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$200K - $260K *

Partner with us to lead strategic financial consulting initiatives, driving operational excellence and delivering impactful solutions across diverse industries. Engage with clients, manage projects, a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $100K *

Manage diverse project activities, ensuring timely execution and stakeholder collaboration. Utilize independent judgment to prioritize tasks, mitigate risks, and track performance, while supporting pr...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $100K *

Drive project success by managing diverse teams and stakeholders, ensuring timely execution of project goals while mitigating risks and maintaining budgets. Leverage your expertise to enhance operatio...

Chandler, AZRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Manage diverse construction projects by leading teams, ensuring client satisfaction, and navigating budgets, schedules, and risks. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver exceptional results while fo...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$88K - $105K *

Optimize project delivery by leading diverse construction initiatives, managing budgets, schedules, and risks while ensuring exceptional client service and collaboration across teams in a dynamic envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading diverse construction projects, managing budgets, schedules, and risks while ensuring exceptional client service. Collaborate with teams to drive project success and en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Drive revenue and strengthen client relationships by leading paving and asphalt projects. Leverage industry expertise to ensure profitable, timely delivery while fostering long-term partnerships and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by managing water and wastewater projects, ensuring compliance and quality as you collaborate with diverse teams to deliver innovative solutions for municipal and private clients...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise portfolio management and project delivery. Drive strategic alignment, enhance governance, and ensure measurable outcomes while fostering a high-performing team i...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in technology licensing and business development, managing a diverse portfolio of university technologies. Drive commercialization efforts, mentor staff, and collaborate with stakehold...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading daily operations, ensuring quality care, and fostering community relationships. Drive resident satisfaction and staff engagement while adhering to regulatory standards in a...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $90K *

Drive impactful fundraising initiatives by leading donor engagement, major gifts, and capital campaigns. Shape the future of philanthropy while cultivating relationships and enhancing community health...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$105K - $168K *

Transform your career with a leadership role that drives planning, development, and community relations, ensuring effective resource management and regulatory compliance while fostering a collaborativ...

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

$85K - $131K *

Shape the future of architectural design by leading project development, ensuring compliance, and managing teams. Collaborate with clients and consultants to deliver high-quality, innovative solutions...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Optimize health, safety, security, and environmental practices across regional assets. Collaborate with teams to implement standards, conduct assessments, and drive continuous improvement in safety cu...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Drive safety excellence by leading HSS&E initiatives across regional portfolio companies, ensuring compliance and fostering collaboration to enhance operational safety and performance in the renewable...

5 days ago

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

$242K - $282K *

Lead the oversight of contractual matters across departments, serving as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders from pre-clinical to commercial readiness. This role emphasizes collaboration and ex...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the biopharmaceutical sector by developing strategic business relationships, prospecting new clients, and leading sales initiatives to achieve organizational objec...

United StatesRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $140K *

Transform your career by leading diverse projects in mechanical construction. Collaborate with teams and subcontractors to ensure successful project delivery while fostering a positive work environmen...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing complex mechanical construction projects. Leverage your expertise to coordinate with subcontractors and ensure successful project delivery while fostering stro...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving business development strategies and community education initiatives. Collaborate with senior management to refine and implement strategic goals, ensuring measurable results...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

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.