Director of Development, CAT

Director of Development

The Director of Development provides strategic leadership and direction for all fundraising and marketing initiatives at Center for Addiction Treatment (CAT). This role is responsible for advancing the organization’s philanthropic goals, increasing community awareness, and ensuring consistent brand identity across all platforms.

The Director oversees a comprehensive development program including annual giving, corporate sponsorships, special events, and donor stewardship, while also supervising the Marketing Manager to ensure cohesive, mission-aligned communications and outreach.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Development

• Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan including appeals, events, sponsorships, and donor cultivation strategies.
• Oversee donor engagement and stewardship activities; ensure timely acknowledgments and relationship management.
• Manage and grow donor and prospect databases (e.g., Raiser’s Edge).
• Partner with Finance to ensure reconciliation of donations and compliance with 501(c)(3) charitable standards.
• Track performance metrics, evaluate campaign outcomes, and report progress to leadership.
• Maintain and expand relationships with community partners, corporate sponsors, and grantors.
• Lead and support major fundraising events such as the “Art of Recovery” and “Pancake Breakfast”.

Marketing & Communications

• Provide strategic oversight of marketing and communication plans to strengthen the organization’s brand and visibility.
• Supervise the Marketing Manager to ensure consistent messaging across digital, print, and media channels.
• Oversee content development for website, newsletters, and social media platforms, highlighting CAT’s mission, impact, and success stories.
• Manage production of key materials, including the Annual Report and fundraising collateral.
• Serve as the organization’s primary public voice in media relations, storytelling, and community outreach.

Leadership & Administration

• Collaborate with executive leadership to align marketing and fundraising with organizational goals and budget priorities.
• Prepare monthly development reports summarizing revenue, donor activity, and performance indicators.
• Participate on Board committees and internal teams as appropriate.
• Ensure adherence to ethical fundraising practices, donor confidentiality, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Business, or related field required.
• Fundraising certification (e.g., CFRE) strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising and/or marketing.
• Proven success in donor cultivation, event management, and revenue generation.
• Strong leadership and supervisory experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; ability to craft compelling narratives and emotional appeals.
• Experience with donor databases, digital marketing platforms, and social media strategy.
• Alignment with CAT’s mission and values, with a commitment to trauma-informed care.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with creativity and initiative.
• Skilled relationship builder with a collaborative spirit.
• Organized, results-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Ethical, mission-driven professional with high integrity.