Director of Advancement

About the role

Child Development Resources (CDR) in Williamsburg, Virginia seeks a Director of Advancement to lead fundraising, donor relations, marketing, and community engagement efforts. This leadership role centers on building meaningful relationships that strengthen the lives of children and families throughout the community. The ideal candidate genuinely believes in CDR's mission and can share that passion with others—bringing people together, cultivating lasting donor partnerships, engaging community partners, and finding creative ways to tell CDR's story. At CDR, relationships are at the heart of everything we do; the strongest philanthropic partnerships are built on trust, shared purpose, and a genuine commitment to making a difference.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising
• Experience in donor relations
• Experience in marketing
• Experience in community engagement
• Demonstrated ability to build and cultivate lasting donor relationships
• Skill in engaging community partners
• Creative storytelling ability to communicate organizational impact
• Leadership experience with enthusiasm and vision to inspire others to invest in the organization's future
• Genuine passion for CDR's mission of strengthening the lives of children and families