A Fundraising Manager manages fundraising for an organization. Develops and implements fundraising strategies that include online fundraising, mail and email campaigns, grant writing and fundraising events. May develop relationships with large donors.
Newton Cultural Alliance 35 Webster Street
West Newton, MA 02465
Date Posted:
August 14, 2026
Region:
Eastern Massachusetts Category:
Development/Fundraising Type:
Part-Time
Director of Development & Communications Description:
The Director of Development & Communications is a senior position responsible for leading the fundraising portfolio andmunications strategy for both NCA/The Allen Center. Working in close partnership with the Executive Director, this individual will cultivate individual donor relationships, secure public and private grants, lead capital/instrument-specific initiatives (such as our ongoing Steinway grand piano campaign), and elevate theanization's regional profile. This is a senior, hands-on role perfect for an experienced arts administrator looking for a high-impact, part-time engagement.
Status:
Part-Time, Exempt (Approx. 20 hours/week, with some flexibility; occasional evening/weekend attendance at major donor events required).
Location:
Hybrid (On-site at The Allen Center in West Newton, MA as needed for donor meetings and key events; remote-friendly for administrative tasks).
ing: s directly to the Executive Director and collaborates closely with Board leadership.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Strategic Fundraising & Individual Giving:
Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan, including major gifts cultivation, individual donor outreach, the annual appeal, and stewardship campaigns.
Capital & Special Campaigns:
Drive strategy and outreach for targeted capital initiatives, including programmatic campaigns, facilities-focused funding, and instrument acquisition (e.g., the Steinway Grand Piano campaign).
Grant Management:
Identify, write, and submit high-quality grant proposals to municipal, state (such as the Mass Cultural Council), corporate, and private family foundations; managepliance and reporting.
Event-Based Fundraising:
Lead the sponsorship acquisition and fundraising architecture for major events, specifically our signature annual Strawberry Festival.
Strategic Communications & PR:
Shape the public narrative of NCA and The Allen Center. Oversee press releases, marketing collateral, and newslettermunications, while coordinating with external partners on day-to-day social media and digital outreach.
Member Organization Relations:
Foster deep relationships with NCA's memberanizations, ensuring strongmunication channels and developing collaborative advocacy efforts.
Qualifications:
Senior Development Expertise:
10+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor cultivation, and grant writing, ideally within the arts, culture, or historic preservation sectors.
Exceptional Communication Skills:
Highly articulate writer and speaker, capable of movinglymunicating the mission of NCA to institutional funders, individual patrons, and themunity.
Strategic Thinker:
Ability to design donor pipelines, evaluate campaign performance, and adapt outreach strategies based on data.
Relationship Builder:
Warm, engaging interpersonal style with a proven track record of cultivating major donors and buildingmunity partnerships.
Tech-Facile:
Proficiency with donor databases (CRM systems), email marketing platforms (e.g., MailChimp), and standard office software.
NOTE:
The salary listed is for approximately 20 hours per week, with some flexibility; occasional evening/weekend work required and is based on an annual FT equivalent of $80-90k annually.
