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Associate Director of Affinity Engagement and Giving (Regional Programs)
Amherst College (posted Jun 25, 2026)
Associate Director of Affinity Engagement and Giving (Regional Programs) Amherst Campus
Full Time JR6900
Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.
Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Associate Director of Affinity Engagement & Giving (Regional Programs) position. The Associate Director of Affinity Engagement & Giving (Regional Programs) is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $68,000 to $72,000. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information.
The Associate Director of Affinity Engagement & Giving (Regional Programs) plays a key role in building vibrant regional, industry-based, and special-interest communities that connect alumni to Amherst College and to one another. The position manages a broad and evolving portfolio, including but not limited to regional programming, industry networks, special interest groups (such as Athletics), and signature initiatives like the Amherst-Williams Telecast, virtual industry and career programs, and targeted mini-campaigns that integrate engagement and philanthropy. The Associate Director designs and delivers programs, events, and giving opportunities that strengthen lifelong connection and philanthropy. Reporting to the Director of Affinity Engagement & Giving, the Associate Director provides strategic oversight for Amherst's major regional networks and select domestic and international communities. The role also serves as a liaison to campus partners-including but not limited to the Loeb Center for Career Exploration & Planning and the Office of Admission-to support programs such as Sophomore Summit, career treks, alumni panels, and other regionally based initiatives that connect alumni expertise with student learning and exploration. In addition, the Associate Director partners with communications and fundraising colleagues on Giving Day participation and other philanthropic initiatives that span regional, affinity, and industry networks. Evening, weekend, and travel commitments are required for engagement-related events and programs. The Associate Director of Affinity Engagement & Giving (Regional Programs) is a collaborative and strategically minded professional who advances alumni engagement and philanthropy through strong relationships, thoughtful volunteer partnership, and effective program execution. They bring sound judgment, autonomy, and a data-informed approach to planning, balancing multiple priorities while working productively across teams. A clear communicator and trusted partner, the Associate Director helps build welcoming, inclusive communities that strengthen connection to the College and support shared Advancement goals. This role requires flexibility and a visible leadership presence, including availability for evening, weekend, and travel commitments in support of key engagement programs and events. Advancement staff are expected to promote a positive, solutions-focused workplace culture through professional and constructive engagement in meetings, collaborations, and daily interactions. Advancement work also includes 'all-hands-on-deck' events that require occasional evening and weekend participation to support key College events, including-but not limited to-Reunion and Homecoming.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Regional Networks
- Leadership, Programs, and Philanthropy
- Lead engagement strategy and programming for a portfolio of regional networks, industry groups, and special-interest communities, including affinity- and identity-based networks, professional groups, and athletic affiliations.
- Design and deliver inclusive, mission-aligned programs that strengthen connection among alumni, students, faculty, and campus partners through events, mentoring, storytelling, and other engagement opportunities.
- Recruit, train, and advise alumni volunteers; set clear expectations, maintain consistent communication, and align volunteer activity with engagement and philanthropic goals.
- Activate communities rooted in shared identity, interest, profession, or experience (e.g., athletics, arts, industry groups) to strengthen belonging and advance giving-related initiatives.
- Use data to strengthen volunteer pipelines, guide annual planning, and assess engagement and giving outcomes across assigned networks.
- Develop and coordinate targeted communications (invitations, tailored messaging, and post-event follow-up) that reinforce participation and long-term engagement.
- Manage budgets, timelines, communications, and logistics for assigned programs and events (e.g., regional and virtual programs), representing Advancement with professionalism, discretion, and a commitment to inclusion.
- Serve as primary liaison to select campus partners (e.g., the Loeb Center for Career Exploration & Planning), coordinating alumni participation in Sophomore Summit, career treks, alumni panels, and other regionally based initiatives.
- Coordinate with colleagues across Advancement, Student Affairs, Communications, Admission, and other campus partners to align network-based programming with institutional priorities and support identity- and interest-centered communities.
- Partner with fundraising and communications colleagues to develop and execute giving initiatives tied to affinity and industry networks, including coordinated messaging and volunteer activation (e.g., Giving Day).
Events: Planning and Program Execution
- Plan and execute high-quality virtual and in-person events, managing end-to-end logistics (project plans, registration, vendors, facilities, staffing, technology, and day-of execution).
- Lead the Amherst-Williams Telecast and Watch Party Program, overseeing marketing, partner coordination, and support for 50+ global host sites.
- Serve as operational lead for Telecast in collaboration with campus partners and regional stakeholders, ensuring a seamless and engaging experience.
- Deliver inclusive, welcoming, mission-aligned alumni experiences through strong planning, hospitality, and attention to detail.
- Maintain accurate timelines, budgets, and documentation to support effective execution and year-over-year improvement.
Qualifications:
Required
- Bachelor's Degree.
- A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in alumni engagement, advancement, nonprofit programs, or a related field.
- Strong competencies in relationship management, volunteer leadership, program execution, and inclusive community building.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across teams and work through influence, partnering with colleagues and leaders at all levels.
- Proven experience coordinating and delivering regional, industry-based, or special-interest programs, including responsibility for logistics, volunteer coordination, and high-quality execution.
- Experience working with alumni volunteers and community leaders to advance engagement, participation, and philanthropic goals.
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with autonomy, sound judgment, and strong attention to detail.
- Experience using data and reporting tools to inform planning, assess engagement outcomes, and guide continuous improvement.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop tailored messaging and engagement materials for diverse audiences.
- Experience collaborating with campus partners to support integrated alumni and student-facing initiatives.
- Demonstrated commitment to and experience with advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in a professional setting.
- Willingness and ability to work evenings, weekends, and travel as required to support regional and network-based programs.
- Successful completion of required reference and background checks.
- An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen.) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Amherst College is committed to an inclusive hiring process and will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates throughout the application and interview process upon request.
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Associate Director of Class Engagement and Giving
Amherst College (posted Jun 25, 2026)
Associate Director of Class Engagement and Giving Amherst Campus
Full Time JR6899 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff.
Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Associate Director of Class Engagement and Giving position. The Associate Director of Class Engagement and Giving is a full-time, year-round position. The expected salary range for this job opportunity is: $68,000 to $72,000 per year. The salary offered will vary based on a number of factors, including but not limited to relevant education, training, and experience, tenure status, and other nondiscriminatory business considerations. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Click here for Benefits Information.
The Associate Director of Class Engagement and Giving plays a key role in advancing Amherst College's culture of connection, participation, and philanthropy. The Associate Director manages a portfolio of alumni classes and Reunion cohorts, as well as special projects and events related to engagement and giving, with primary responsibility for developing class-based engagement plans that strengthen volunteer participation and support annual giving goals. Reporting to the Director of Class Engagement & Giving and working closely with colleagues across Advancement and campus partners, the Associate Director designs and delivers class communications and class-based programs, plans and executes class-based and reunion related events, and supports volunteer recruitment, training and outreach. They also provide leadership and strategic coordination for a portfolio of special projects-including, but not limited to, annual giving tactics, Giving Day initiatives, and volunteer communication efforts-many of which are carried out in close collaboration with Advancement Communications and colleagues across the division. In addition, they serve as the lead for the planning and execution of programs in their portfolio, including but not limited to Amherst Homecoming, providing strategic oversight for one of the College's largest on-campus events. The Associate Director of Class Engagement & Giving is an experienced and strategically minded professional who advances alumni engagement and philanthropy through strong relationships, effective volunteer partnership, and well-executed programs. They bring sound judgment, clear communication, and a high degree of autonomy to their work, helping to shape engagement approaches, guide complex initiatives, and collaborate across teams through influence rather than authority. With a thoughtful approach to planning and a strong sense of hospitality, the Associate Director builds trust and delivers welcoming, seamless engagement experiences that support institutional priorities. This role requires flexibility and a visible leadership presence, including availability for evening, weekend, and travel commitments in support of key engagement programs and events. Advancement staff are expected to promote a positive, solutions-focused workplace culture through professional and constructive engagement in meetings, collaborations, and daily interactions. Advancement work also includes 'all-hands-on-deck' events that require occasional evening and weekend participation to support key College events, including-but not limited to-Reunion and Homecoming.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Reunion, Class and Volunteer Management- Oversee and manage a portfolio of alumni classes, serving as a primary staff partner for class engagement, volunteer support, and coordination of annual giving efforts.
- Serve as staff lead or key contributor for Reunion cohorts, including milestone Reunion years, overseeing class communications, volunteer engagement, and selected Reunion projects and experiences.
- Partner with the Director of Class Engagement & Giving to plan and execute Reunion programming for the Reunion classes within an assigned portfolio, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and class engagement goals.
- Cultivate, support, and steward alumni volunteer leaders (e.g., Class Agents, Reunion Chairs, Class Secretaries) by setting clear expectations, providing strategic guidance, and sharing timely insights that advance participation and giving goals.
- Partner with Advancement colleagues to develop and refine volunteer training, communications, and reporting resources that strengthen engagement and participation pipelines.
- Lead regular volunteer meetings, deliver data-informed recommendations, and ensure volunteers have the tools, information, and support needed to be successful.
- Develop and execute class-based communications and engagement plans that strengthen class identity, deepen alumni connection, and reinforce the College's mission.
- Maintain comprehensive, accurate records, timelines, and documentation for all assigned class cohorts and volunteer groups, ensuring strong administrative management and planning continuity.
- Design and execute key Reunion events in support of both the class cohort experience and in support of the overall Reunion goals and objectives.
- Serve as the operational lead for Homecoming, managing event logistics in collaboration with campus partners, which may include registration, facilities coordination, vendors, technology needs, student staffing, housing coordination, and on-site operations.
- Lead the planning and execution of a broad range of in-person and virtual alumni events, including Reunion, Homecoming, Affinity Weekends, and Executive Committee-related gatherings, ensuring high-quality, inclusive, and well-coordinated experiences.
- Oversee all logistical components of assigned events-including registration, facilities coordination, catering, technology needs, student staffing, and vendor management-in collaboration with campus partners.
- Manage event communications, including invitations, webpages, email and text campaigns, schedules, and promotional materials, ensuring consistency with Advancement and College-wide messaging.
- Ensure the consistent delivery of inclusive, welcoming, and mission-aligned alumni experiences through thoughtful planning, strong hospitality, and attention to detail.
- Maintain oversight of project plans, timelines, budgets, and documentation, ensuring accountability, continuity, and high-quality execution across assigned programs.
- Collaborate with Advancement Communications and Strategy & Analysis to support class-based engagement and giving strategies informed by data, alumni behavior, and institutional priorities.
- Manage class communications calendars and contribute to content development that reinforces class identity, participation, and connection to Amherst.
- Use data and analytics (CRM systems, Slate, internal dashboards) to inform strategy, track progress, and evaluate engagement and giving outcomes.
- Develop and maintain segment-level insights and reporting that help the team understand alumni engagement patterns and strengthen class-based participation efforts.
- Build and maintain relationships that reinforce a sense of belonging, shared purpose, and connection within the Amherst community.
- Partner with Advancement Communications to highlight impact stories, Reunion milestones, and donor engagement moments across assigned class cohorts.
- Collaborate with Advancement colleagues to ensure class engagement efforts align with broader annual giving goals.
Qualifications:
Required
- Bachelor's Degree.
- A minimum of five years of relevant professional experience in alumni engagement, advancement, nonprofit programs, or a related field, preferably within higher education.
- Strong skills in relationship management, volunteer support, event coordination, and project management.
- Demonstrated experience planning and executing class-based or milestone events, including responsibility for logistics, timelines, vendors, and on-site coordination.
- Experience working closely with alumni volunteers, such as class officers or reunion committees, to support engagement, participation, and giving goals.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience collaborating effectively with Advancement colleagues and campus partners to deliver coordinated, high-quality programs.
- Experience supporting or contributing to annual giving or participation initiatives, including class-based outreach, volunteer tools, or engagement campaigns.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience coordinating communications, schedules, and project documentation.
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at: https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen.) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Amherst College is committed to an inclusive hiring process and will provide reasonable accommodations for candidates throughout the application and interview process upon request.
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Development and Operations Associate
Berkshire Agricultural Ventures (posted Jun 15, 2026)
Berkshire Agricultural Ventures is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting the development and viability of local farms and food businesses. Our mission is to build a thriving, resilient, and equitable local food economy across the Berkshire-Taconic region. Berkshire Agricultural Ventures is an equal opportunity employer and values a diverse and inclusive workplace.
Our Values: BAV is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. These values are intertwined with our mission to support the development and viability of local farms and food businesses. We know that there is more work to be done to make the local food system just and equitable for all. BAV is committed to shifting our own practices through listening, learning, and organizing with our community. Read our full statement.
Position Overview: BAV seeks an experienced, detailed, and solutions-oriented Development and Operations Associate to manage core components of resource development and operational support. This pivotal role focuses on data integrity, gift processing, and systems coordination in support of strengthening the organization and achieving fundraising goals. Reporting to the Development Director, you will work both independently and collaboratively with a dedicated team, becoming an integral part of our dynamic organization and an important resource for staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Development & Fundraising (50%) Data & Systems Management: Independently maintain and optimize DonorPerfect and related tools ensuring accurate and reliable donor data and giving analysis. Reporting & Analysis: Generate and refine reports and data outputs to support data-driven fundraising performance and leadership decision-making. Provide recommendations for outreach, appeals, budget tracking, impact reports, and stewardship. Prospect Research & Stewardship: Research and build profiles for prospective individual, corporate, and foundation donors. Gift & Grant Processing: Manages end-to-end gift processing operations, including data entry and generating donor acknowledgement letters, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with established policies and financial standards. Appeals: Coordinate direct mail and digital fundraising appeals. Events: Collaborate on planning, logistics, and execution of donor engagement events.
- Administrative Operations (50%) Communications & Front-Line Support: Serve as BAV’s first point of contact, managing email and phone correspondence with farmers, donors, contractors, and stakeholders. Data Collection & List Management: Maintain contact lists and work with the program team to implement evaluation and outcome reporting processes. Board Administration: Assist with Board support, including quarterly Board meeting prep, assembling materials, coordinating meetings, and capturing meeting minutes. Community Engagement: Table at regional community events representing BAV. Office & Tech Management: Manage office and virtual tools - check mail, order supplies, and co-administer team software tools, and subscriptions. Social Media: Co-manage BAV’s social media accounts.
Location/travel: This position requires regular office hours at our Great Barrington, MA office a minimum of three times a week, and occasional availability on evenings and weekends within our four-county service area – Berkshire, MA; Litchfield, CT; Columbia and Dutchess, NY.
Salary & Benefits: $52-$57k commensurate with experience and qualifications for a full-time non-exempt position based on a 40-hour workweek. BAV provides health insurance benefits, 401K Plan with matching contribution, generous time off policy (including three weeks vacation plus office closure for the December holiday week, floating holidays, volunteer days, and sick days), tech stipend, and opportunities for professional development.
To Apply: Please submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@berkshireagventures.org with subject line 'Development & Operations Associate'. Please address the following in your letter: Your relevant experience in nonprofit development and/or operations. A specific project or achievement that highlights why you are a great fit for this role. If you do not currently live within commuting distance of Great Barrington, MA, please outline your timeline or plans for relocating.
Application Timeline: Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Priority will be given to applications received by July 7, 2026. Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Development Coordinator
Legacy Lifecare (posted Jun 11, 2026)
Development Coordinator
$24.00/hour - $32.00/hour
JGS Lifecare | Longmeadow, MA
Make a difference in someone's life every day.
Guided by Jewish Values. Serving All Faiths.
Why Join Us?
Make an Impact: This is your opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others!
Competitive Pay: $24.00/hour - $32.00/hour based on experience
Schedule: Full-Time
Supportive Team: We value our team members just as much as the people we serve!
Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours!
What You'll Do: Manage and maintain donor databases, ensuring accurate gift processing, donor records, reporting, data integrity, and fundraising analytics. Process charitable contributions, coordinate donor acknowledgments and tax receipts, and support donor stewardship and recognition activities. Provide administrative support to the Development team, including correspondence, record management, and preparation of reports and fundraising materials. Assist with the planning and execution of fundraising events, donor engagement initiatives, event registrations, sponsorship tracking, and post-event follow-up. Support fundraising communications and organizational initiatives by coordinating donor outreach, mailings, newsletters, appeals, and collaborating with internal teams to advance development goals.
What You'll Need: Associate’s degree required (Bachelor’s degree preferred) in Business Administration, Communications, Nonprofit Management, Marketing, or a related field. 1–3 years of experience in administrative support, fundraising, donor relations, nonprofit operations, or a similar environment preferred. Proficiency with donor management systems required, with strong preference for experience using Raiser’s Edge and Raiser’s Edge NXT, including gift processing and database management. Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint), with the ability to generate reports and maintain accurate records. Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking abilities, with exceptional attention to detail, discretion in handling confidential information, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Benefits Available for
Qualified Positions: Comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, company-funded Life Insurance, and optional STD, LTD, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage. Financial and educational support, such as a 403(b) retirement plan, Flexible Spending Account, and tuition reimbursement. Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday. Great workplace perks, including cash advance programs, free meals, free parking, and a state-of-the-art facility with an inclusive, supportive culture.
Director of Development
Legacy Lifecare (posted Jun 11, 2026)
Director of Development
$85,000/year - $98,000/year
JGS Lifecare | Longmeadow, MA
Make a difference in someone's life every day.
Guided by Jewish Values. Serving All Faiths.
Why Join Us?
Make an Impact: This is your opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others!
Competitive Pay: $85,000/year - $98,000/year based on experience
Schedule: Full-Time (flexibility required for events)
Supportive Team: We value our team members just as much as the people we serve!
Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours!
What You'll Do: Lead and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies, including annual giving campaigns, donor cultivation, sponsorship development, and stewardship activities to achieve organizational revenue goals. Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, sponsors, community partners, and local leaders while ensuring timely donor recognition, engagement, and retention efforts. Plan, coordinate, and oversee fundraising events, community outreach programs, and donor engagement initiatives, collaborating with leadership, staff, volunteers, and community stakeholders. Research, secure, and manage grant and sponsorship opportunities, including proposal development, reporting requirements, compliance tracking, and funding stewardship. Provide leadership and operational oversight for development activities through staff supervision, budget monitoring, fundraising performance reporting, cross-functional collaboration with marketing and finance teams, and participation in organizational planning and leadership initiatives.
What You'll Need: Bachelor’s degree required (Nonprofit Management, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or related field preferred) 3–5 years of progressive experience in fundraising, development, nonprofit administration, or community relations. Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, fundraising campaigns, event planning, community engagement, and donor stewardship initiatives. Knowledge of fundraising best practices, charitable giving strategies, grant writing, sponsorship development, and donor database management. Strong communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to effectively engage donors, sponsors, community partners, and organizational leaders. Excellent organizational, analytical, and project management abilities; proficient in donor management systems and Microsoft Office, with the ability to handle confidential information and support flexible event schedules.
Benefits Available for Qualified Positions: Comprehensive benefits package, including Health, Dental, Vision, company-funded Life Insurance, and optional STD, LTD, Accident, and Critical Illness coverage. Financial and educational support, such as a 403(b) retirement plan, Flexible Spending Account, and tuition reimbursement. Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday. Great workplace perks, including cash advance programs, free meals, free parking, and a state-of-the-art facility with an inclusive, supportive culture.
Chief Development Officer
Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Services (posted May 27, 2026)
Position Title: Chief Development Officer
Division: Management
Reports to: President & CEO
Time Commitment: Full Time
Location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Services, Administrative Offices, 106 Wilbraham Road, Springfield, MA 01109
Salary: $80,000 / year
About Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Services
For more than fifty years, Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Services has worked to build what Dr. King called the Beloved Community — a society defined by justice, equity, and care for one another. Based in Springfield, MLKFS delivers programs that strengthen families, support youth development, and advance economic opportunity for individuals and communities facing the greatest barriers.
This is mission-driven work in the truest sense. The organization’s legacy is deep, its community relationships are real, and its leadership is committed to doing this work with integrity and discipline. The Chief Development Officer will join at a moment when MLKFS is investing in the infrastructure and relationships needed to grow its impact for the next generation.
The Opportunity
MLKFS is looking for a Chief Development Officer who brings both fundraising expertise and genuine commitment to this community. The right candidate knows how to build and own a development program from the ground up — deepening major donor relationships, building a stronger individual giving base, and establishing the infrastructure a serious development operation requires.
The CDO works in close partnership with the President & CEO, jointly carrying primary relationships with major donors and civic leaders. Your job is to build the development program, own the strategy, expand the donor base, and make sure the work runs with discipline year-round.
Institutional giving (foundation and government grants) is handled collaboratively, with grant writing and submission supported by other team capacity. The CDO contributes strategy and donor intelligence to that work but does not own day-to-day grants execution.
What You’ll Do
Build and own the organization’s fundraising strategy.
You’ll set annual fundraising goals across individual giving, corporate sponsorships, and events, and maintain a rolling 12-month development calendar. You’ll track progress, report monthly to the CEO and Finance Committee, and adjust strategy when the data tells you to.
Own major donor cultivation with CEO support.
You’ll build and manage the major gift pipeline — identifying and qualifying prospects, designing cultivation strategy, and moving donors through to solicitation. The CEO is your partner in this work and a primary face to donors and civic leaders; you own the strategy, the pipeline, and the discipline behind it.
Build the individual donor program.
Annual giving campaigns, Giving Tuesday, year-end appeals, and a growing mid-level and major gift base. You’ll design the program, build the segmentation, and make sure every donor is acknowledged within 48 hours.
Contribute to institutional giving strategy.
You’ll work alongside CEO and grant writing capacity on foundation and government funder strategy — bringing donor intelligence, helping prioritize prospects, and ensuring institutional and individual giving work in alignment. Day-to-day grant writing and submission sit elsewhere.
Build board engagement in fundraising.
You’ll work with the CEO to clarify board members’ fundraising roles, build their confidence and capacity to make asks, and grow a culture of board giving and engagement. You’ll staff or support the formation of a Development Committee.
Own development events.
The Annual MLK Day Celebration is the organization’s signature event. You’ll own fundraising strategy, sponsor packages, acknowledgment, and budget discipline — and bring the same ownership to any other fundraising events across the year.
Coordinate marketing and communications.
You’ll serve as the primary internal point of contact for the organization’s marketing and communications contractor — briefing on priorities, reviewing donor-facing materials, and making sure what goes out reflects the development strategy.
Build and own the development operation. CRM data integrity, monthly fundraising dashboards for the CEO, gift acceptance policies, and accurate records. A development program is only as strong as the infrastructure underneath it, and you build and own that infrastructure.
What You Bring
- 10+ years of nonprofit development and fundraising experience
- Demonstrated ability to build a development program, not just maintain one — setting strategy, growing donor bases, and producing results
- Track record in major donor cultivation and solicitation
- Strong writing across formats: donor correspondence, campaign materials, and board communications
- Working knowledge of at least one CRM platform and a commitment to data integrity
- Experience building board fundraising capacity and culture
- Genuine alignment with the mission, values, and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Services
- Familiarity with the Western Massachusetts philanthropic landscape a strong plus
Our Commitment
Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
We strongly encourage applications from candidates who reflect the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and people of color, individuals with disabilities, and people with lived experience of the issues central to our mission. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
How to Apply
Submit a cover letter and resume to sarah@sarahtannerconsulting.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis; priority consideration will be given to materials received by June 20, 2026. Anticipated start date: September 1, 2026.
Director for Annual Giving & Constituent Engagement
Bay Path University (posted May 12, 2026)
JOB SUMMARY: The Director for Annual Giving & Constituent Engagement provides strategic leadership to increase immediate and long-term philanthropic support for Bay Path University. This position leads comprehensive annual giving programs, manages constituent engagement initiatives, and is responsible for enhancing donor participation and constituent engagement across all educational offerings—undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, and certificate programs. Reporting to the Vice President for Institutional Advancement, the Director oversees the Advancement Communications and Engagement Specialist. This role requires close collaboration across Advancement, Marketing, and academic departments to execute innovative, metrics-driven fundraising and engagement campaigns aligned with institutional priorities.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Fundraising (50%) Design, execute, and evaluate a comprehensive, multi-year annual fundraising strategy that drives year-over-year philanthropic revenue growth. Establish giving levels and segmented donor strategies based on analytics and trends. Develop and lead innovative fundraising initiatives across medium and in-person such as Giving Days, reunion giving, and class fundraising. Develop and manage VEO (Virtual Engagement Officer) ongoing strategy and vendor relationship. Manage a portfolio of Leadership Annual Gift Prospects (those with $1K-$10K capacity). Prioritize identification of new Major Gift Prospects (those with $10K+ capacity) for either transition to the major gifts team or primary solicitation. Constituent Engagement and Events (25%) Create the strategic vision for annual constituent engagement programs and events. Manage the Advancement Communications and Engagement Specialist who implements Advancement-wide constituent engagement activities and events. These include but are not limited to: Alumni Association Council and committee activities Reunion Donor and constituent events. Oversee and when appropriate attend volunteer engagement and advancement events and activities. Advancement Centric Communications (10%) Oversee fundraising-related Marketing and Communications strategy (integrated messaging for all external communications including direct mail, email, social media, and stewardship platforms). Ensure that constituent and donor communications reflect Bay Path’s brand and institutional values. Collaborate with the Associate Director for Donor Relations to provide donor stewardship through timely acknowledgments, impact reporting, and recognition. Strategic Collaboration (5%) Participate in strategic discussions regarding donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Support broader Advancement team initiatives and campaign activities. Administrative Support and Data Management (5%) Work collaboratively with the data team to produce reports and presentations to analyze annual giving trends, track engagement efforts and assess program impact for the Vice President, University and Volunteer leadership, and Advancement colleagues. Maintains accurate records of engagement activities, volunteer participation, and event attendance using the university’s CRM.
QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s degree required (fields such as Business, Nonprofit Management, or Communications preferred). Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in fundraising, annual giving, alumni engagement, or nonprofit leadership. Higher education advancement experience is strongly preferred. Demonstrated ability to design and implement donor acquisition and retention strategies. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, Raiser’s Edge (or similar CRM). Strong writing, interpersonal, and data analysis skills. Project management and vendor negotiation experience preferred. Valid U.S. driver’s license and successful completion of Bay Path’s Safe Driving Course required. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and within FERPA and HIPAA guidelines Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the University community including students, faculty, staff, and administrators Ability to adhere to University policies and procedures.
All new employees must complete the FERPA, Anti-Harassment, and any other required online trainings within 15 days of employment. General knowledge of the University’s mission, purpose and goals and the role this position plays in achieving those goals. Hours: 8:30AM-5:00PM Location: Longmeadow/Hybrid Salary Range: $72,000-$90,000/annually
Apply online: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/portal/3A2948EF284B8722FEE42E01FB156C27/jobs/68915
Development Manager
Springfield Museums (posted May 8, 2026)
The Development Manager is responsible for guiding and executing the Springfield Museums’ development efforts. The ideal candidate has a growth mindset, approaches relationships with diplomacy and emotional intelligence, and maintains the highest standards of confidentiality and professional integrity. The Manager will work closely with the Vice President of Advancement to create and adopt a comprehensive strategic fundraising plan to raise restricted and unrestricted contributions to support exhibitions, programming, and general operating needs, plus additional funding for capital projects and other special initiatives. The Manager will aim to increase Membership revenues via robust retention and recruitment strategies. The Manager will be responsible for efficient, effective Development Department operations, including gift research, recording, and other financial processes; constituent database management; and gift acknowledgment and reporting. With the Vice President of Advancement, the Manager will also reimagine planned giving with an enlivened Legacy Society.
Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Collaborate with the Vice President of Advancement and the leaders of the five Museums and key departments to ensure that annual fundraising plans coordinate with and support the Museums’ exhibitions, programs, and special events.
- Develop, maintain, and document an annual Development Plan that aligns with the Museums’ annual budgets; is consistent with the Museums’ mission, purpose, objectives, and revenue needs; and reflects internal and external developments and trends.
- Plan, execute, and document a full-year Annual Fund strategy. This should include a timeline and plan for multiple print and electronic appeals based on donor level; donor giving patterns; the Museums’ exhibit and programming calendar; and coordination with other fundraising goals, such as donor solicitations, fundraisers, and capital project needs.
- Collaborate with the Major Gifts Officer to research, create, manage, and document a Moves Management portfolio of mid-level individual and institutional donors ($5,000+) who will be cultivated, solicited, and stewarded in support of the Museums’ overall fundraising needs, including annual gifts, recurring giving, and the annual fundraising event.
- Collaborate with the Major Gifts Officer to ensure that corporate opportunities (particularly for program and exhibition sponsorships) are researched, written, documented, and reported on in a timely and effective manner and are aligned with the Museums’ annual revenue needs.
- Collaborate with the Membership/Events Coordinator to design, document, and manage a strategic plan (including special events) for the Museums’ membership program that aims to retain and increase membership overall and upgrade members to premier levels.
- Collaborate with the Membership/Events Coordinator and Development Coordinator to manage and ensure high-quality constituent record-keeping and communication as it relates to Altru.
- Collaborate with the Marketing and Communications staff to create a comprehensive print and digital communications plan to inform, cultivate, and solicit donors; this includes maintaining the “Support” section of the website; developing press releases about fundraising events, significant gifts, or other Development Department news; marketing materials for member events, the annual fundraiser, or special events; membership brochures or other member materials; annual fund and special-project appeals; and a new planned giving brochure.
- With the Membership/Events Coordinator, conceive, research, plan, document, and execute one annual fundraiser to raise awareness of the Museums and support general operating needs.
- In conjunction with the Vice President of Advancement, formalize a Legacy Society and develop, execute, document, and communicate a strategy for cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding planned gifts.
- Pursue ongoing professional development and encourage such efforts among Development Department staff.
- Represent the Springfield Museums at various public functions, including evening and weekend receptions, dinners, and donor cultivation events throughout Greater Springfield.
- Meet regularly with department staff and serve as a liaison with the Advancement Committee of the Board of Trustees and/or other subcommittees and task forces if assigned by the Vice President of Advancement.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the Vice President of Advancement.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Brings 8+ years of progressive nonprofit development experience (preferably in arts and cultural nonprofits), including work with boards, volunteers, and member-donors.
- Master’s degree preferred; bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience will be considered.
- Integrates data-informed fundraising strategies, connecting membership, annual fund, sponsorships, and planned giving into a cohesive whole.
- Builds and sustains trust through tact, sound judgment, and emotional intelligence, navigating complex or sensitive situations effectively.
- Handles donor and institutional information with the highest level of discretion, demonstrating ethical standards.
- Proficiency in donor database software, preferably Blackbaud, and Microsoft Office.
- Oversees development systems and processes with accuracy and efficiency, leveraging data, CRM tools, and financial tracking to support strong decision-making and accountability.
- Brings a track record of success across multiple revenue streams, applying donor research and relationship management strategies to meet or exceed goals.
- Communicates mission and impact clearly and persuasively in writing and in person, tailoring messages to varied audiences.
- Works effectively across departments and with leadership, balancing individual initiative with collaboration to advance shared goals.
- Operates with flexibility and self-direction, managing competing priorities while identifying opportunities to evolve and strengthen systems.
Please submit cover letter and resume to Mattie Pavao, Director of Human Recourses at mpavao@springfieldmuseums.org.
The Springfield Museums is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace, dedicated to fair and inclusive employment practices for all individuals. If you feel you have the skills necessary for this job, but do not have the specified qualifications, please apply and tell us more.
Digital Media and Video Specialist
Springfield Museums (posted May 8, 2026)
As an integral member of the Marketing Team, the Digital Media & Video Specialist leads the creation, production, and distribution of dynamic, video-first storytelling for the Springfield Museums. This role develops and executes a comprehensive digital content strategy across social media platforms and the Museums’ website, with a strong emphasis on short-form and campaign-driven video. Working collaboratively with the Advancement team, this role translates the Museums’ mission, vision, and strategic goals into clear, engaging content. Using innovative and trend-driven tools, the specialist ensures the brand is expressed effectively and consistently across digital channels.
The Digital Media & Video Specialist will:
- Help shape the Museums’ digital voice through innovative, accessible, and inclusive storytelling
- Collaborate on the development and execution of a video-forward content strategy, producing short-form and long-form video for platforms including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and emerging channels
- Shoot, edit, and deliver multimedia campaigns for exhibitions, events, programs, campaigns, and institutional storytelling, maintaining a well-organized media archive
- Monitor social channels daily, engaging with audiences, responding to inquiries and reviews, and participating in online conversations in a timely and professional manner
- Track, analyze, and report on digital performance, with a focus on video metrics and audience engagement
- Write clear, compelling, and audience-specific copy to accompany digital content
- Identify and collaborate with social media content creators, influencers, and community partners to expand reach and bring fresh, authentic perspectives to the Museums’ digital presence.
- Maintain the photo and video archive for marketing and internal use
- Identify and analyze issues, patterns, and trends and proactively share related observations, opportunities, and insights with the Advancement team.
- Assist with posting and updating website content (events, exhibitions, news)
- Ensure alignment between web content and social campaigns
- Provide optimized multimedia assets and support basic quality control
- Bachelor’s degree and 3–5 years of relevant experience
- Strong video production and editing skills (portfolio required)
- Experience growing social audiences and executing digital campaigns
- Experience working with content creators or influencers Familiarity with CMS platforms and basic web content updates
- Strong communication, organization, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and occasional evening/weekend work
Vice President for Institutional Advancement
Bay Path University (posted Apr 16, 2026)
Bay Path University (Bay Path), a private comprehensive university with an innovative and responsive approach to student-centered, career-focused education, seeks an enterprising and purposeful Vice President for Institutional Advancement to lead university-wide fundraising and engagement efforts during an exciting time of expanded reach, impact, and preparation for a comprehensive campaign.
Known for its commitment to providing affordable, workforce-aligned programs that ensure graduates are career-ready, Bay Path educates and empowers students of all backgrounds, including working adults and first-generation learners, to lead with confidence and make meaningful impact in their professions and communities. Consistently recognized among Top Performers for Social Mobility in the North by U.S. News & World Report and respected for strong allied health, education, and business programs; accessible online options; and its supportive community, Bay Path’s practical, applied learning model successfully demonstrates the value of pursuing a college degree and continued career credentialing—serving as an exemplar for strategic academe/industry synergy at a time when educational ROI, workforce development, and economic mobility are pressing challenges across higher education and beyond. Bay Path offers a residential bachelor’s degree for women only on its Longmeadow, Massachusetts campus, as well as bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs for all learners on campuses in East Longmeadow and Boston, Massachusetts; Guaynabo, Puerto Rico; and online. In 2024, Bay Path expanded its reach and program offerings through the acquisition of Cambridge College, increasing its enrollment to approximately 5,000 learners, gaining new locations, strengthening its online presence, broadening its programs, and expanding its ecosystem of corporate and community partners, alumni, and philanthropic supporters.
Reporting to President Sandra Doran, J.D., the Vice President for Institutional Advancement (Vice President and/or VPIA) serves as a member of the President’s Executive Leadership Team and will define a vision and approach to philanthropy that supports the University’s strategic priorities and emergent initiatives. The Vice President manages and provides strategic guidance for a team that encompasses individual giving (annual, major, principal, planned giving), corporate and foundation giving, alumni and constituent relations, stewardship, and advancement services, ensuring the team collectively surpasses ambitious fundraising goals as well as activity benchmarks.
Leading by example, the Vice President will manage a portfolio of major and principal gift prospects, and work closely with President Doran in expanding philanthropic support and raising public awareness of the relevance and impact of Bay Path’s initiatives, faculty, and student and alumni achievements.
Fostering an advancement enterprise that mirrors the dynamism, resourcefulness, inclusivity, and responsiveness that is emblematic of the Bay Path community, the Vice President for Institutional Advancement will serve as a thought leader and chief architect for Bay Path’s targeted and comprehensive campaign efforts, including charting a course for a comprehensive campaign. The Vice President will work internally and externally to accelerate collaborative fundraising and engagement activities and to deepen partnership around intersectional goals—inspiring and co-designing with colleagues across the faculty, student affairs and career services, finance, enrollment, and marketing. Leading through influence and example, the VPIA will engender a spirit of shared success and greater collective impact.
The successful candidate is expected to have at least ten years of increasing advancement leadership and fundraising achievement at a higher education, higher education-adjacent, or purpose-aligned institution with proven success building and leading adaptive and high-functioning teams, ideally in a campaign environment. They should have demonstrable success in identifying and securing major and principal gifts as well as cultivating mutually beneficial corporate and institutional partnerships. A skilled storyteller and clear communicator, the VPIA will bring an accessible and collegial leadership style and the energy to inspire open dialogue, connection, and collaborative action with varying constituencies and across multiple industries and geographic markets around new ideas and strategic directions. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills are necessary, along with a philosophy of teamwork and hands-on implementation. The candidate will bring a data-informed approach to decision making and measuring outcomes and an appetite for leveraging technology and digital tools for smarter workflows and the optimization of resources.
A bachelor’s degree is required.
In accordance with its core values and mission, Bay Path is especially interested in recruiting members of diverse communities and individuals with a commitment to multiculturalism and serving the educational needs of all students.