Director of Development & Communications
Location: Chantilly, VA | Department: Strategic Initiatives & Engagement | Status: Full-Time, Exempt
About the Role
At Community Residences, Inc. (CRi), we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful life with dignity, choice, and independence. For over 50 years, CRi has empowered individuals with developmental disabilities, serious mental illness, substance use disorders, and those experiencing homelessness through compassionate, person-centered services. We're seeking a strategic and relationship-driven Director of Development & Communications to lead our fundraising, marketing, volunteer engagement, and community outreach efforts while expanding CRi's impact across Virginia and Maryland.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategies to strengthen CRi's financial sustainability and public presence.
- Lead annual giving, major gifts, corporate sponsorships, foundation partnerships, and grant initiatives.
- Cultivate meaningful relationships with donors, community leaders, board members, and corporate partners.
- Oversee grant writing, donor stewardship, fundraising campaigns, and impact reporting.
- Drive CRi's marketing and communications strategy across digital, print, media, and social platforms.
- Manage volunteer recruitment, engagement, and recognition programs.
- Represent CRi at community events, networking opportunities, and fundraising functions.
- Supervise and develop a high-performing Development & Communications team.
- Collaborate closely with executive leadership to support CRi's long-term strategic growth.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, Business, or a related field.
- Five or more years of progressive experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, or philanthropy.
- Demonstrated success securing major gifts, grants, corporate partnerships, and donor engagement.
- Experience leading fundraising campaigns and managing donor relationships.
- Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Strong project management and organizational abilities.
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in a related field.
- Experience working with nonprofit boards and volunteer leadership.
- Knowledge of donor database and fundraising CRM platforms.
- Passion for advancing the mission of organizations serving individuals with disabilities and behavioral health needs.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Generous paid time off and holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Mission-driven culture with collaborative leadership
- Opportunity to shape the future of a growing nonprofit organization