Department: Development
Reports To: Vice President of Development
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Remote
Salary: $90,000 annually
The African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs (The Alliance) is seeking a strategic, results-oriented Senior Development Officer to drive fundraising and secure critical resources to advance our mission.
This role is responsible for managing day-to-day fundraising activities, including grant writing, donor cultivation, funder relationship management, and development pipeline tracking. The Senior Development Officer will work closely with the Vice President of Development and cross-functional teams to secure funding that supports the Alliance’s programs, initiatives, and long-term growth.
The ideal candidate is a highly organized and persuasive communicator with a proven track record of successful grant writing and nonprofit fundraising.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Revenue Generation
- Identify, cultivate, and pursue grant and funding opportunities.
- Develop and submit compelling grant proposals, letters of inquiry, and funding requests.
- Support efforts to meet and exceed annual fundraising goals.
Grant Writing & Proposal Development
- Lead proposal development from concept through submission.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather programmatic and financial information.
- Ensure all submissions are accurate, competitive, and aligned with funder priorities.
Funder Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with foundations, corporations, and other funding partners.
- Respond promptly to funder requests and steward ongoing partnerships.
- Identify opportunities for renewed and expanded support.
Development Pipeline Management
- Maintain a robust pipeline of prospective and current funders.
- Track proposal statuses, deadlines, and outcomes using CRM and project management tools.
- Provide regular updates to leadership on funding opportunities and progress.
Grant Reporting & Compliance
- Coordinate timely submission of grant reports.
- Collaborate with program and finance teams to ensure reporting accuracy.
- Maintain complete and organized grant records.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with program, finance, marketing, and compliance teams to align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 5 years of nonprofit fundraising and grant writing experience.
- Demonstrated success securing grants and managing donor relationships.
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
- Exceptional organizational and project management abilities.
- Experience using CRM systems such as Raiser’s Edge, Salesforce, or similar platforms.
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment and manage multiple deadlines.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with national nonprofits, community development organizations, or mission-driven institutions.
- Familiarity with CDFIs, racial equity initiatives, and economic justice programs.
What Success Looks Like
In this role, you will:
- Maintain a strong and active funding pipeline.
- Submit high-quality proposals on time.
- Meet or exceed fundraising goals.
- Build lasting relationships with funders.
- Ensure grant reports are accurate and timely.
Benefits
The Alliance offers a competitive benefits package, including:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Employer-sponsored retirement plan with a 3% match
- Generous paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Flexible remote work environment
About the African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs
The African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs is a national coalition of Black-led Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) dedicated to advancing economic justice and increasing access to capital in Black communities nationwide.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit the following materials to [email protected]:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Writing Sample (preferably a successful grant proposal or fundraising narrative)
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
The African American Alliance of CDFI CEOs is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.