The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) is the nation’s leading nonprofit organization representing people with hearing loss. HLAA opens the world of communication to people with hearing loss through information, education, support, and advocacy. With more than 50 million Americans living with hearing loss, we work nationally and in local communities to provide vital assistance and resources to help people with hearing loss and their families live better lives.
Position Summary
HLAA is seeking an experienced, energetic, and results-oriented development professional to serve as its Director of Development responsible for leading and overseeing the fundraising and development activities of the organization. Reporting to the Executive Director, this position leads all aspects of fundraising and donor engagement in support of HLAA’s mission and goals.
The Director of Development is responsible for planning, directing, and implementing a comprehensive fundraising program aimed at increasing revenues through individual, corporate, foundation, and government support. The successful candidate will identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors in alignment with HLAA priorities, while advancing a culture of philanthropy.
The Director of Development will:
- Develop and implement a strategic fundraising plan to support HLAA’s mission and goals, using historical data to create actionable strategies that drive revenue growth. Build streamlined systems to track and report progress, adjusting as needed.
- Lead and expand a comprehensive development program, including annual campaigns, major gifts, planned giving, grassroots appeals, and corporate, foundation, and government support.
- Supervise 3 staff and provide direction for Walk4Hearing, HLAA’s nationwide fundraising and awareness program.
- Act as a front-line fundraiser, nurturing relationships with existing donors and securing new support.
- Enhance processes and strategies for fundraising, working with staff to improve effectiveness.
- Develop and execute marketing strategies to promote fundraising activities
- Work with Director of Strategic Communications for fundraising messages across all media.
- Collaborate with the Board of Directors, Executive Director, and program staff to leverage their networks, relationships, and ideas to generate partnerships, sponsorships, and other funding opportunities.
- Develop and lead donor cultivation efforts, strengthening donor giving, and advancing HLAA as an impactful philanthropic cause.
- Shape and implement our coalition-building strategy to mobilize local partners in addressing hearing loss disparities and education in targeted geographies/markets.
- Prepare and manage the department’s budget and monitor financial performance, track fundraising progress and report on outcomes. Provide regular updates and reports on fundraising progress.
- Cultivate a portfolio of prospective partners in targeted geographies, aligned with organizational priorities such as advocacy, health outcomes, education, resilience, and innovative solutions for hearing loss.
- Stay informed about philanthropic trends and proactively seek partnerships with mission-aligned organizations and funders in both the public and private sectors.
- Collaborate with HLAA peers and leadership to develop compelling proposals and presentations, manage partnerships, provide impact reports to funders, and identify new prospects.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive, non-profit fundraising experience, preferably with management and major donor experience.
- Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Proven track record of fundraising success, including campaign planning, execution, and building fundraising programs.
- Experience with the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of prospects, and securing major gifts.
- Experience organizing high-profile fundraising events.
- Ability to effectively communicate HLAA’s mission and impact.
- Proficient in MS Office, Raiser’s Edge (or other fundraising databases), or similar CRM packages, and other computer applications, including presentation and spreadsheet software.
- Excellent communication skills, including articulate presentations to individuals and groups, and persuasive writing.
- Strong judgment, initiative, creativity, and enthusiasm.
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.
- Integrity, compassion, and the ability to earn the confidence of a wide range of constituents.
- Successful experience working with staff, board members, and volunteers.
- Team mentality and interest in the success of colleagues.
- Willingness to travel as needed.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants must submit a resume and cover letter with salary expectations to jobs@hearingloss.org with "Director of Development" in the subject line. We will not review the application at the linkedin page. To be considered, the application must be emailed to jobs@hearingloss.org.
Applications will only be considered complete with the required materials (resume, cover letter including the salary range requirements). Viable candidates with a complete application for this opportunity will be contacted and invited to interview.
HLAA values diversity of background and opinion and promotes a professional environment that is accessible and inclusive. HLAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parenthood, or any other category protected by law.
Status and Benefits
Supervisor: Executive Director
Terms of Employment: At Will
Employment Status: Full-Time/Exempt
Location: Rockville, MD (North Bethesda), with some travel required. (Hybrid/Remote)
- Benefits: Comprehensive package includes employer-paid health, dental and vision insurance, disability insurance, TIAA 403(b) retirement plan, paid holidays, personal day, vacation, sick and flexible work schedule.
