Job Title: Director, Development and Engagement
Reports To: Executive Director
Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: $75K - $85K
Location: Hybrid, Windsor, CT
About BIAC
The Brain Injury Alliance of Connecticut (BIAC) is dedicated to raising voices and visibility of people with brain injury and improving lives through support, education, and advocacy. We are a small, mission-driven team committed to making a difference across Connecticut.
Position Summary
The Director of Development and Engagement is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive fundraising and communications strategy to advance BIAC’s mission. This role provides both strategic leadership and hands-on execution across fund development, donor engagement, marketing, events, and organizational communications.
The Director oversees all revenue-generating activities—including individual giving, corporate sponsorships, peer-to-peer campaigns, and events—while ensuring consistent, compelling messaging across all platforms. In a small team environment, this role also supports key operational and administrative functions that enable effective donor engagement and organizational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy & Revenue Development
- Develop and implement an annual fund development plan in partnership with the Executive Director
- Lead diversified fundraising efforts, including:
- Individual giving and major donor cultivation
- Corporate sponsorships and partnerships
- Annual appeals and online campaigns
- Peer-to-peer fundraising initiatives
- Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and sponsors
- Support major gift strategies in collaboration with the Executive Director
- Track performance metrics and analyze fundraising outcomes to inform strategy
Donor Engagement & CRM Management
- Oversee donor stewardship strategy, ensuring timely and meaningful communication (acknowledgements, impact reporting, year-end summaries)
- Serve as primary administrator of BIAC’s CRM (DonorPerfect), ensuring data integrity, reporting, and effective donor tracking
- Manage gift processing, acknowledgements, and financial tracking in coordination with the bookkeeper
- Produce reports and analytics for internal leadership and Board of Directors
Events & Community Fundraising
- Lead planning and execution of BIAC’s signature fundraising events and community initiatives
- Integrate peer-to-peer fundraising strategies into events to maximize revenue and engagement
- Oversee all event logistics, including sponsorships, registration, volunteer coordination, and post-event reporting
Key Events Include:
- Golf Tournaments
- Walk for Thought
- Bike for Thought
- Annual Conference
- Serve as liaison for third-party and community-led fundraising events (e.g., Giving Tuesday, Facebook fundraisers)
- Collaborate with committees, volunteers, and partners to ensure successful execution
Communications & Marketing
- Develop and implement an integrated communications strategy to support fundraising, programs, and public awareness
- Lead content creation across platforms, including:
- Monthly e-newsletter (The Buzz)
- Fundraising appeals and campaign materials
- Website and social media content
- Oversee website management and digital presence, coordinating with external vendors as needed
- Manage social media strategy to increase engagement, visibility, and donor participation
- Ensure consistent branding and storytelling across all communications
Membership & Community Engagement
- Oversee BIAC’s membership programs (Individual, Professional, Providers Council), including recruitment, retention, and engagement
- Maintain accurate membership data and reporting within the CRM
Board & Volunteer Engagement
- Serve as staff liaison to the Fund Development Committee of the Board of Directors
- Prepare reports, support meetings, and engage board members in fundraising efforts
- Recruit, train, and manage volunteers supporting events, fundraising, and administrative functions
Operations & Administrative Support
- Support day-to-day administrative functions that impact donor engagement and organizational effectiveness
- Oversee donor communications, mailings, and database-related operational systems
- Coordinate with the bookkeeper on financial processes including deposits, reporting, and reconciliation
- Oversee and collaborate with contractors, consultants, and vendors supporting marketing, events, technology, and other organizational initiatives
- Recruit, train, and manage volunteers supporting events, fundraising, and administrative functions
- Provide oversight of office technology and systems supporting communications and operations
Additional Information
- Occasional evenings and weekends required for events
- Reliable transportation required
- All staff are expected to perform additional duties as assigned
- This role requires professionalism, initiative, flexibility, and a collaborative mindset
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, marketing, communications, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising and communications
- Demonstrated success in donor cultivation, corporate sponsorships, and fundraising campaigns
- Experience with CRM systems (DonorPerfect strongly preferred)
- Proficiency in digital fundraising tools, email marketing platforms, and social media strategy
- Experience managing websites (e.g., WordPress or similar CMS)
- Strong writing, editing, and verbal communication skills
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with staff, board members, volunteers, and external partners
Compensation & Benefits:
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health and dental benefits, paid time off, and flexible work environment.
How to Apply:
Please send a resume and cover letter to Cbidorini@biact.org. BIAC is an equal opportunity employer committed to workforce diversity.
