Vice President – Development

Partners for HOME

Vice President of Development driving fundraising initiatives at Partners for HOME to combat homelessness in Atlanta. Collaborating with leadership to secure public and private support and develop strategic partnerships.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeAtlanta • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $99,200 - $111,600 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Secure public and private support, resource alignment and funding for CoC initiatives;
Develop and implement a strategic development plan to ensure organizational operation support now and into the future.
Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with volunteers, community and business leaders, donors, and fund recipients to generate necessary resources
Meet annual fundraising goals per the development of a strategic development plan
Develop and maintain a successful corporate, foundation, and individual solicitation program, including developing a strategic development plan, identifying priorities and prospects, and building resources and connections to implement the plan.
Create and manage a portfolio of corporate, foundation, and individual prospects, communicate with current and prospective donors to build relationships and secure grants and donation
Initiate strategic ways to generate revenue
Development long- and short- range plans that ensure long-term sustainability for both PFH and the CoC
Build relationships and inspire investment including a systematic approach of personal connection and outreach to potential donors
Oversee all grant writing and submissions including the annual HUD CoC NOFA
Provide strategic leadership over efforts to improve public policy and secure support and funding for solutions to homelessness.
Promote idea or vision, able to read the audience, and persuade others to take action
Partners with the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Program Officer, Chief Financial Officer, Board members and others for donor cultivation and solicitation.
Meet donor needs by providing strategies and opportunities that raise revenue and other resources while building trust and benefitting both parties
Recognize the power of effective stewardship and development and implement relationship plans for donors of all giving levels
Cultivate and solicit contributions from prospective and current individual and corporate donors, and secure private grants
Engage with donors year-round, recognizing impact of gift, communicating progress and results, inspiring involvement and ensuring quality experience
Participate in community activities which contribute to the acquisition and retention of individual donors
Work closely with leadership to create and advance the CoC strategic plan and PFH business plan
Value and leverage the power of external networks and relationships
Partner with CPO to identify key areas of impact for development and communication opportunities
Conduct, analyze and interpret internal and external research to support planning and development of organizational resource development and marketing strategies and plan
Progressive thinker, understanding philanthropic trends and best practices in donor-centered fund-raising
Effective presenter, active listener, open to new ideas, keeps supporters informed and engaged
Self-directed, pro-active and holds one-self accountable

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent with at least 5 years of progressive experience in a similar role.
Comprehensive knowledge in nonprofit fundraising, and development
Ability to maintain knowledge and professional development in market research, business trends and fundraising trends that may impact needs and resources
Comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office and other software

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) plan with 6% match
20 days of paid vacation plus 2 personal days
11 paid holidays
Half-day Fridays during the summer
Health and wellness stipend
Professional development stipend
Cell phone stipend
Paid medical leave

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Hard Skills & Tools

Fundraising StrategyMarket ResearchResource DevelopmentData AnalysisPublic Policy Advocacy

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationActive ListeningPersuasionSelf-DirectedProactive