Director of Development Position Available In Charleston, South Carolina

Director of Development 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars N Charleston, SC 29406

Job Title:

Director of Development Location:

Charleston, SC (Hybrid potential)

Organization:

Trident Literacy Association Salary:

$55,000 annually

Benefits:

Generous paid time off; no health insurance benefits

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Exempt Start Date:

Immediate About Trident Literacy Association Trident Literacy Association (TLA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting adult literacy and lifelong learning across the Lowcountry. We serve individuals seeking to improve their reading, writing, math, digital literacy, and workforce skills—empowering them to achieve their educational and career goals. Position Summary The Director of Development will lead all fundraising and development efforts for Trident Literacy Association, with a special emphasis on grants management, donor engagement, and community partnerships. This role is responsible for building a sustainable development strategy to support our mission, working closely with the Executive Director and Board of Directors. Key Responsibilities Grants Management Research, write, and submit grant proposals to private foundations, government entities, and corporate funders Track deadlines, reporting requirements, and outcomes Maintain a robust grant calendar and database Individual & Corporate Giving Cultivate and steward relationships with current and prospective donors Oversee annual giving campaigns, special appeals, and donor acknowledgments Develop corporate sponsorship opportunities and partnerships Events & Communications Plan and execute small- to mid-sized fundraising and donor engagement events Collaborate on social media, newsletters, and impact communications to support fundraising goals Strategic Development Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to meet organizational goals Provide monthly reports and updates to the Executive Director and Board Work collaboratively across departments to align messaging and outcomes Qualifications Proven experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a strong track record in grant writing and donor development Excellent written and verbal communication skills Highly organized, self-motivated, and results-driven Experience with donor databases (e.g., Bloomerang, Little Green Light, etc.) is a plus Passion for adult literacy, education, and community development Why Join Us? While we are a small but mighty team, the impact of your work will be significant. We offer a flexible, mission-driven environment with generous time-off policies and the opportunity to help rebuild a critical function within the organization. Ready to Apply? We are looking to fill this role immediately. Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your fundraising experience and passion for our mission to hr@tridentlit.org .

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off Professional development assistance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday No weekends

Work Location:

In person