Director, Development
Overview
Per Scholas is seeking a proven, results-driven Director of Development to lead fundraising efforts for the Boston market. The Director will be responsible for achieving Boston revenue goals by managing a high-value portfolio, advancing local, state, and federal government funding opportunities, collaborating with national channel teams on larger and multi-market investments that benefit the Boston market, and coordinating local fundraising and growth strategies in partnership with market and organizational leadership.
What You’ll Do
Generate revenue for the Boston market through your direct portfolio.
Advance government funding opportunities that support Boston programming and growth.
Collaborate with channel teams on larger or multi-market opportunities that include Boston.
Coordinate fundraising and growth efforts across the Boston market.
Professional Qualifications
7+ years of progressive revenue-generating experience in fundraising, business development, or corporate partnerships, with demonstrated success securing six- and seven-figure gifts.
Proven track record of building diverse, sustainable revenue portfolios that include philanthropy, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, earned revenue, and government grants.
Experience developing or supporting competitive government proposals and managing public-sector relationships is strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of the Greater Boston and Massachusetts philanthropic, corporate, and workforce development landscape.
Exceptional relationship management and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior executives, funders, public officials, and community leaders.
Expertise in proposal writing, case-making, and pitching to both philanthropic and business audiences.
Hightly data-driven and results-oriented, with a history of meeting and exceeding revenue targets.
Proficiency with Salesforce or other CRM tools and strong financial acumen to manage forecasts and revenue tracking.
Willingness to travel 15–20%.
Personal Attributes
Entrepreneurial and growth-minded, with a drive to expand diverse funding sources for the Boston market.
Solutions-oriented leader who proactively brings forward recommendations and opportunities.
Collaborative and adaptive, with the ability to manage up, across, and beyond formal reporting lines.
Skilled at balancing sales discipline with mission-driven fundraising.
Passionate about advancing equity, workforce development, and Per Scholas' mission.
Benefits & Perks
Holidays & PTO: Over 40 days of paid time off each year.
Full-Time Benefits Eligible Employees: Access to medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and other benefits.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential, 24/7 access to counseling, legal support, and financial resources.
Flexible Spending Accounts: Available for healthcare, dependent care, and commuting expenses.
Additional Benefits & Perks: Employer-paid life and AD&D Insurance, short-term disability coverage, and employee discounts.
Questions?
If you have any questions about this role, please feel free to email our Talent team at jobs@perscholas.org. We look forward to viewing your application!
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