Development Director

Job Description

TownGreen’s mission is to prepare Cape Ann residents for the impacts of climate change. Our work includes climate resilience municipal working groups, community engagement programs, webinars, field trips, participatory science programs, and a youth climate leadership program for high school students. As our Development Director, you’ll manage and direct TownGreen’s fundraising efforts while supporting innovative regional programs. You will be an essential team member in a leadership position. We’re poised for growth this year and want you to be the catalyst to help us secure the funding opportunities needed to sustain our programs and build climate resilience on Cape Ann.

Why TownGreen?

TownGreen, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Gloucester, MA. We assist the greater Cape Ann region, municipalities, and community members, to be better prepared for the impacts of climate change. The organization is regional, including Gloucester, Rockport, Essex, and Manchester-by-the-Sea.

We think that you’ll love this role

You’ll work alongside a stellar team of nonprofit and climate professionals who are kind and dedicated to making sure that Cape Ann is prepared for the climate changes to come. As Development Director, you will lead fundraising strategies that tell our climate story to help donors, corporate sponsors, and community members understand how TownGreen is making an impact. In this key position, you’ll be responsible for:

Working with the Executive Director to plan strategies

Developing and implementing annual appeal campaigns that showcase TownGreen’s ongoing work to strengthen the region’s climate resilience

Writing grant proposals and managing grant responsibilities

Cultivating relationships with donors

Supporting foundation and grantor relationships

Growing our corporate sponsorship program

Collaborating with marketing and social media initiatives

Managing the donor database

Reporting on fundraising progress to the Board

Organizing small fundraising events

Performing other duties as assigned to support development and fundraising efforts

Do you have these qualifications?

Minimum of 2 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising and development management

Success with grant writing, donor cultivation, and event planning

Strong communication, writing, and relationship-building skills

Proficiency with donor management systems (we use Givebutter)

Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively

Canva, MailChimp, and Google Workspace experience a plus

Genuine interest and excitement for TownGreen’s mission and programs

Ability to travel to Gloucester for meetings, events, and as needed

Why Join TownGreen?

Be part of a growing nonprofit making a real impact

Flexible work schedule with hybrid options

Opportunity to shape the future of climate resilience on Cape Ann

Working with others who care about this work

Interested?

Please send your resume, brief cover letter (telling us a story about your experience), and writing sample to . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. We will get back to you!

Part-time

Hybrid remote