Director Of Project Development Jobs in Kittery, ME

CAPSC is seeking an experienced and collaborative advancement professional to help build relationships and drive fundraising success to advance our mission. Reporting directly to the Chief Advancement Officer, the director will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and implementation of the department’s fundraising, communications, special events, and volunteer strategies.

The successful candidate will develop and execute annual giving strategies, oversee corporate sponsorship and grant efforts, support donor stewardship, and lead integrated marketing and communications initiatives to increase awareness, engagement, and support for CAPSC's programs and services. The director will work collaboratively across the agency to coordinate and implement fundraising and engagement initiatives, strengthen relationships with sponsors and community partners, support private grants, and ensure the relationships, information, and resources needed to support organizational goals are effectively aligned across departments.

The ideal candidate will be a relationship builder with strong project management and communication skills, and a demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities. Must have a strong working knowledge of fundraising and donor engagement principles and practices, with experience supervising staff and translating strategic priorities into actionable initiatives with measurable results. Excellent communication, relationship management, and organizational skills are essential. Proficiency in CRM systems, Microsoft 365 applications, and digital platforms that support fundraising and communications is required, as is the ability to quickly learn and effectively utilize new technologies.

A bachelor's degree and three to five years of progressively responsible experience in development, external relations, marketing, or nonprofit operations is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership for Advancement Department initiatives and projects.
• Supervise, coach, and support advancement staff, providing feedback, professional development, and accountability.
• Facilitate fundraising, volunteer engagement, and community outreach initiatives across departments to ensure alignment with priorities and agency goals.
• Coordinate private grant efforts, including funding identification, application development, reporting, and funder stewardship.
• Manage the corporate sponsorship program, supporting sponsor cultivation and solicitation while overseeing fulfillment, engagement, and recognition activities.
• Lead the implementation of integrated marketing, communications, and community engagement initiatives to increase awareness of CAPSC's programs, services, and impact.
• Manage the creation and distribution of marketing materials, including website content, social media, newsletters, email communications, and annual report production.
• Develop and implement annual appeal campaigns and donor communications in support of fundraising goals, donor acquisition, and retention.
• Support major gift cultivation and donor engagement in partnership with the Chief Advancement Officer.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of fundraising and community engagement events, partnering with staff, volunteers, and external vendors.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, volunteers, community partners, and other key stakeholders.
• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of advancement data to support reporting, accountability, and informed decision-making across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three to five years of progressively responsible experience in fundraising, development, marketing, communications, external relations, or nonprofit operations.
• Demonstrated success managing fundraising campaigns, donor relations, corporate sponsorships, grants, marketing initiatives, or community engagement.
• Strong working knowledge of fundraising principles, marketing strategies, and industry best practices.
• Excellent relationship management and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain productive partnerships.
• Ability to supervise, coach, and develop staff while fostering a collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
• Proven project management and organizational skills, with the ability to translate strategic priorities into actionable initiatives with measurable results.
• Experience utilizing CRM systems, Microsoft 365 applications, and digital platforms to manage constituent data, monitor performance metrics, and support advancement activities.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze data and performance metrics to support continuous improvement and goal achievement.
• Ability to travel and attend meetings, events, and community activities as needed, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Commitment to CAPSC's mission and the ability to serve as a positive ambassador for the organization.

Salary & Benefits

CAPSC is an EEO employer. The agency offers a competitive salary, a flexible work schedule, cell phone, 403(b) retirement plan, medical, vision, and dental coverage, earned time off, flexible spending and childcare reimbursement accounts, Work/Life resources, employee and dependent life insurance, disability insurance and twelve paid holidays. The salary range is $80,000 to $85,000, commensurate with experience.

If you are interested in joining our team, please apply online by submitting your resume and cover letter. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning July 1, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.