NCPTF is hiring a Director of Development

NOW HIRING: Director of Development

The Director of Development is a senior, mission-driven leader responsible for advancing NCPTF’s fundraising strategy through high-level relationship management, major donor and partnership cultivation, and strategic campaign leadership. This role ensures all fundraising efforts—whether tied to major gifts, Missing Child Rescue Operation sponsorships, grants, or annual campaigns—are cohesive, intentional, and aligned with organizational priorities.

Working closely with the CEO, COO, and the Operations & Communications teams, the Director of Development stewards NCPTF’s donor and partner ecosystem from introduction through renewal, with regular travel for donor meetings, fundraising events, and Missing Child Rescue Operations as part of the role.

This role is ideal for a builder—someone energized by creating, refining, and leading a development program with limited historical infrastructure and significant growth potential.

Primary Duties:

1. Major Gifts, Grants, & High-Value Partnerships
Core focus: Lead NCPTF’s top-tier donor, sponsor, and funder relationships.

Manage and grow relationships with major donors, corporate partners, and foundations.
Steward partners through all stages of engagement, ensuring consistent and meaningful follow-up.
Support the CEO and COO with major gift cultivation, including prep and post-meeting actions.
Drive strategy for grants: relationship management, renewals, reporting expectations, and identifying new opportunities.
Oversee sponsorship outreach, relationship management, renewal cycles, and annual stewardship.
Coordinate prospect hand-offs between leadership, the Board, and internal teams.
Develop and refine NCPTF’s donor systems, processes, and pipelines to support long-term growth, particularly in areas where existing infrastructure is minimal.

2. Campaigns, Fundraising Events, & Missing Child Rescue Operation Sponsorships
Core focus: Own strategy and relationships for revenue-generating events and campaigns.

Lead planning and strategy for established campaigns (year-end fundraising, matching-gift initiatives) and Missing Child Rescue Operation sponsorship drives.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all major donors, sponsors, and partners.
Oversee sponsorship fulfillment and recognition, ensuring consistent communication with sponsor and timely and accurate delivery of commitments.
Collaborate with Communications on campaign themes, messaging, timelines, and co-promotional needs (without managing daily execution).
Represent NCPTF at events; travel regularly for fundraising engagements and Missing Child Rescue Operations

3. Donor Stewardship Systems & Internal Coordination
Core focus: Ensure donor processes, systems, and internal alignment support long-term relationship

Ensure stewardship practices are timely, consistent, and aligned with NCPTF’s values.
Oversee donor data accuracy and reporting; work with Operations/Executive Assistant to maintain donor database and internal tracking.
Use donor and campaign data to inform strategy, trends, and outreach.
Guide donor recognition efforts across major donors, sponsors, and partners.
Coordinate with Operations, Communications, and leadership to ensure messaging, updates, and sponsor touchpoints are aligned.
Participate in leadership discussions to integrate fundraising priorities with program and operational plans.

Key Relationships:

Internal: CEO, COO, CFO, Operations & Communications Manager, Executive Assistant, Program staff, Board Members
External: Corporate partners, major donors, foundation contacts, sponsorship partners, in-kind donors, individual donors

Success Profile:

Strategic and relationship-driven
Strong collaborator and communicator
Proactive in follow-up and stewardship
Data-informed decision-maker
Deep alignment with NCPTF’s mission
Builder & Problem-solver
Trauma-informed: approaches all external engagement with sensitivity, discretion, and an understanding of the realities surrounding missing and exploited children

Qualifications:

7+ years of experience in development, fundraising, or strategic partnerships
Demonstrated success with major gifts, grants, and corporate relationships
Proven experience building or revitalizing a development program, donor pipeline, or fundraising system with minimal existing structure
Strong understanding of donor pipelines
Understanding of CRM systems (HubSpot preferred)
Excellent written and verbal communication
Financial acumen and understanding of budgets
Highly organized with strong follow-through
Able and willing to travel regularly for donor, event, and Missing Child Rescue Operation activities

Guiding Principles

Professionalism: Represent NCPTF with integrity, warmth, and clarity.
Accountability: Own all relationship follow-up and stewardship expectations.
Strategic Focus: Lead from a high level, creating and executing a plan to support NCPTF’s strategic vision.
Collaboration: Work in partnership across all teams and leadership levels.
Growth Mindset: Continuously refine strategies and embrace innovation in development work.

Compensation

Salary range: $77,500 - $87,500, depending on experience and qualifications.
Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

Why Join NCPTF?

Mission-Driven Work: Contribute to a cause that directly impacts the safety and well-being of children.
Growth Opportunities: Play a pivotal role in shaping NCPTF’s development program.
Flexibility: Work remotely with opportunities for meaningful engagement.
Collaboration: Be part of a team that values innovation, transparency, and professional growth.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your interest to hr@ncptf.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with priority given to submissions received by December 31, 2025.