{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"dbb7bbd883c9c6b07e4f7ca4","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dbb7bbd883c9c6b07e4f7ca4","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dbb7bbd883c9c6b07e4f7ca4","title":"Development Director","description":"Development Director\nMassachusetts Immigrant Collaborative (MIC) is hiring a Development Director. They have retained Riverwalker Talent for this search. DO NOT APPLY HERE --> Apply through our search firm: https://riverwalkertalentcareers.talentlyft.com/o/chDlagN\nLocation: This is a primarily remote role with the need to attend in-person events and meetings in the Greater Boston area on an as needed basis (several times per month at a minimum).\nTWO WAYS TO JOIN US\nFull-Time, Benefitted\n$80,000 - fixed salary\n5 weeks vacation, 5 wellness days, ~3 weeks office closures (approx 8 weeks of total PTO)\nHealth insurance (Harvard Pilgrim) with 401(k) with 3% employer match\nIdeal for a development professional eager to grow in their career with a solid track record\nFractional Expert Leader\n$70,000-$80,000\nProrated benefits (no health plan or retirement plan)\nCommitment is roughly 3 to 3.5 days per week\nIdeal for experienced development professionals desiring a flexible schedule\nIn-person presence required for key meetings and events\nAbout the Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative\nThe Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative (MIC) is a statewide partnership of 15 predominantly immigrant-led, direct service organizations — built by and for the communities we serve. Founded in April 2020, MIC has grown into a powerful network grounded in a core belief: when immigrant communities thrive, our entire nation prospers. MIC is a small, grassroots organization working to make a big impact.\nMIC and our partner organizations deliver life-changing services across Massachusetts, including:\nStabilization and emergency assistance\nImmigrant legal services\nWorkforce development and workers' rights\nAdvocacy to promote immigrant rights\nMIC expands the capacity of our partners through targeted funding, shared resources, and cross-organizational collaboration.\nAbout the Role\nThe Development Director will be the primary architect of MIC's individual and corporate giving strategy — prospecting and cultivating major donors, connecting them to our Executive Director, and serving as a visible ambassador for our mission in the community. This role is for someone who is energized by relationship-building and believes deeply in immigrant justice. High priority will be given to candidates with lived immigrant experience in the United States, preferably in Massachusetts.\nKey Responsibilities\nDonor Prospecting & Major Gifts (40%)\nDevelop and implement donor cultivation and stewardship strategies, including legacy and major gifts\nBuild and manage a major donor pipeline of individual and corporate donors — identify prospects, conduct research, and make strategic introductions\nPrepare the Executive Director with briefings, talking points, and materials ahead of donor meetings\nCreate compelling, personalized pitches and proposals for prospective donors\nLeverage MIC partner and network events to identify and deepen donor relationships\nOversee timely, personalized acknowledgement and stewardship communications\nData Management & Fundraising Operations (15%)\nAdminister and maintain CRM database, optimize performance\nProduce dashboards, revenue forecasts, and fundraising reports for the Executive Director and Board\nAssess ROI of fundraising goals and strategies; adapt based on evidence\nCollaborate with finance to track restricted and unrestricted funds and support audit documentation\nCommunity Engagement & External Relations (15%)\nAttend community events, networking opportunities, and sector convenings as MIC's development ambassador\nSpeak confidently and authentically about MIC's mission, programs, and impact to diverse audiences\nCultivate meaningful partnerships with local businesses, community groups, and civic organizations\nEngage board members in fundraising — prepare them, support them, and celebrate their wins\nPlan and execute donor engagement events and convenings\nStrategic Development Planning (5%)\nCollaborate with Executive Director on short and long-term revenue goals\nBuild board capacity for fundraising, including trainings and recruitment\nEnsure that fundraising efforts are aligned with MIC's strategic priorities\nMarketing & Communications (15%)\nManage monthly donor newsletter and seasonal fundraising campaigns\nMaintain a compelling, cohesive MIC brand narrative across channels\nCreate messaging toolkits, story libraries, and case studies that translate outcomes into donor-facing narratives\nWork with communications associate on website copy and social media aligned with development goals\nGrants Coordination (10%)\nSupport the Foundation Relations Director with grant compliance, tracking, and reporting\nCoordinate with program and finance staff to develop grant budgets and ensure compliance requirements are met\nAbout You\nMIC recognizes that there are numerous ways to gain skills and experiences. We remain open to candidates who can showcase these qualifications in alternative ways.\nWe believe the ideal candidate will have a proven track record in development fundraising and we imagine this will typically reflect 2–4 years of fundraising experience.\nBeyond skills, we're looking for someone who shows up with genuine commitment to immigrant justice and the Collaborative’s mission.\nWe're Looking For:\nA relationship-builder and connector who can authentically engage donors, volunteers, and community members\nA proven fundraiser with a track record of prospecting and closing new donor pipelines and expanding existing ones\nFor the Fractional role, we’ll be looking for expertise and a strong track record\nFor the Full-time role, we’ll be looking for proven success and related experiences\nSomeone who is comfortable being a visible face of MIC — speaking at events, making introductions, and advocating for our mission\nA data-driven operator who takes CRM hygiene seriously and uses data to make smarter decisions\nA strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills\nA team player who thrives in collaborative environments and can also work independently with initiative\nComfort working across multicultural and multilingual communities\nStrong organizational skills to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic, grassroots (but highly responsive) environment\nWe'd Love to See:\nLived immigrant experience in the U.S. — this will be given high priority\nFamiliarity with immigration services, workers' rights, or economic mobility programs\nSuccess in building major gift programs\nWhat We Offer\nSalary (Full-Time): $80,000 — fixed, non-negotiable\nSalary (Fractional): $70,000–$80,000 — non-benefitted, 3-3.5 days/week\nPTO:\nFull-time: 5 weeks paid vacation, 5 wellness days, ~3 weeks of office closures throughout the year\nFractional: 10 days paid vacation, 3 wellness days, plus all office closures (3 weeks)\nRetirement: 401(k) with 3% employer match (full-time track)\nHealth: Comprehensive benefits package (full-time track)\nSchedule: Hybrid, mostly remote with reliable transportation required and in-person meetings on a regular (but not always weekly) basis\nLocation: Greater Boston Area, Massachusetts\nReports To: Executive Director\nMission: An awesome mission supporting immigrant services across 15 organizations!\nHow to Apply\nRiverwalker Talent is partnering with MIC for this search. Please submit your resume along with responses to the following short-answer questions. No cover letter is required.\nShare a fundraising success story. What were you responsible for, and what was the outcome? What did you learn from it?\nDescribe your approach to prospecting new major donors. How do you identify, qualify, and approach someone who has never heard of an organization before?\nHow do you envision leveraging your experiences to support the growth of MIC?\nWhat draws you to this role and to the mission of the Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative?\nWhat to Expect\nIn-depth screening interviews with search firm in early to mid-March\n2nd round interviews (Zoom) with Executive Director & key stakeholders in late March/early April\nFinal interviews in late March/early April\nStart date: Early to Mid-April\nMIC values diverse life experience. Bilingual/bicultural applicants, immigrants, people of color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.\nIf you have any accessibility issues, need accommodations, or have questions, please contact Jessye Kass Karlin at jessye@riverwalkertalent.com\nNo phone calls, please.\nLearn more about the Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative: immigrantcollaborative.org\nDO NOT APPLY HERE THROUGH INDEED --> Apply HERE: https://riverwalkertalentcareers.talentlyft.com/o/chDlagN\nPay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k) matching\nHealth insurance\nPaid time off\nRetirement plan\nApplication Question(s):\nHow many years of experience do you have with Planning & Managing Fundraising Events?\nDid you apply on our Riverwalker Talent page through our search firm? https://riverwalkertalentcareers.talentlyft.com/o/chDlagN\nExperience:\nFundraising: 5 years (Preferred)\nManaging Major Gift Programs: 3 years (Preferred)\nWork Location: Hybrid remote in Allston, MA 02134","company":"Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative","rawCompany":"massachusetts immigrant collaborative","city":"Allston","state":"MA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-11T15:00:52.390Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-2033.00","title":"Fundraising Managers","slug":"fundraising-managers"},{"code":"11-9151.00","title":"Social and Community Service Managers","slug":"social-and-community-service-managers"},{"code":"13-1131.00","title":"Fundraisers","slug":"fundraisers"}],"industries":[{"code":"813410","title":"Civic and Social Organizations","slug":"civic-and-social-organizations"},{"code":"813319","title":"Other Social Advocacy Organizations","slug":"other-social-advocacy-organizations"},{"code":"624190","title":"Other Individual and Family Services","slug":"other-individual-and-family-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Development Director","description":"Development Director\nMassachusetts Immigrant Collaborative (MIC) is hiring a Development Director. They have retained Riverwalker Talent for this search. DO NOT APPLY HERE --> Apply through our search firm: https://riverwalkertalentcareers.talentlyft.com/o/chDlagN\nLocation: This is a primarily remote role with the need to attend in-person events and meetings in the Greater Boston area on an as needed basis (several times per month at a minimum).\nTWO WAYS TO JOIN US\nFull-Time, Benefitted\n$80,000 - fixed salary\n5 weeks vacation, 5 wellness days, ~3 weeks office closures (approx 8 weeks of total PTO)\nHealth insurance (Harvard Pilgrim) with 401(k) with 3% employer match\nIdeal for a development professional eager to grow in their career with a solid track record\nFractional Expert Leader\n$70,000-$80,000\nProrated benefits (no health plan or retirement plan)\nCommitment is roughly 3 to 3.5 days per week\nIdeal for experienced development professionals desiring a flexible schedule\nIn-person presence required for key meetings and events\nAbout the Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative\nThe Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative (MIC) is a statewide partnership of 15 predominantly immigrant-led, direct service organizations — built by and for the communities we serve. Founded in April 2020, MIC has grown into a powerful network grounded in a core belief: when immigrant communities thrive, our entire nation prospers. MIC is a small, grassroots organization working to make a big impact.\nMIC and our partner organizations deliver life-changing services across Massachusetts, including:\nStabilization and emergency assistance\nImmigrant legal services\nWorkforce development and workers' rights\nAdvocacy to promote immigrant rights\nMIC expands the capacity of our partners through targeted funding, shared resources, and cross-organizational collaboration.\nAbout the Role\nThe Development Director will be the primary architect of MIC's individual and corporate giving strategy — prospecting and cultivating major donors, connecting them to our Executive Director, and serving as a visible ambassador for our mission in the community. This role is for someone who is energized by relationship-building and believes deeply in immigrant justice. High priority will be given to candidates with lived immigrant experience in the United States, preferably in Massachusetts.\nKey Responsibilities\nDonor Prospecting & Major Gifts (40%)\nDevelop and implement donor cultivation and stewardship strategies, including legacy and major gifts\nBuild and manage a major donor pipeline of individual and corporate donors — identify prospects, conduct research, and make strategic introductions\nPrepare the Executive Director with briefings, talking points, and materials ahead of donor meetings\nCreate compelling, personalized pitches and proposals for prospective donors\nLeverage MIC partner and network events to identify and deepen donor relationships\nOversee timely, personalized acknowledgement and stewardship communications\nData Management & Fundraising Operations (15%)\nAdminister and maintain CRM database, optimize performance\nProduce dashboards, revenue forecasts, and fundraising reports for the Executive Director and Board\nAssess ROI of fundraising goals and strategies; adapt based on evidence\nCollaborate with finance to track restricted and unrestricted funds and support audit documentation\nCommunity Engagement & External Relations (15%)\nAttend community events, networking opportunities, and sector convenings as MIC's development ambassador\nSpeak confidently and authentically about MIC's mission, programs, and impact to diverse audiences\nCultivate meaningful partnerships with local businesses, community groups, and civic organizations\nEngage board members in fundraising — prepare them, support them, and celebrate their wins\nPlan and execute donor engagement events and convenings\nStrategic Development Planning (5%)\nCollaborate with Executive Director on short and long-term revenue goals\nBuild board capacity for fundraising, including trainings and recruitment\nEnsure that fundraising efforts are aligned with MIC's strategic priorities\nMarketing & Communications (15%)\nManage monthly donor newsletter and seasonal fundraising campaigns\nMaintain a compelling, cohesive MIC brand narrative across channels\nCreate messaging toolkits, story libraries, and case studies that translate outcomes into donor-facing narratives\nWork with communications associate on website copy and social media aligned with development goals\nGrants Coordination (10%)\nSupport the Foundation Relations Director with grant compliance, tracking, and reporting\nCoordinate with program and finance staff to develop grant budgets and ensure compliance requirements are met\nAbout You\nMIC recognizes that there are numerous ways to gain skills and experiences. We remain open to candidates who can showcase these qualifications in alternative ways.\nWe believe the ideal candidate will have a proven track record in development fundraising and we imagine this will typically reflect 2–4 years of fundraising experience.\nBeyond skills, we're looking for someone who shows up with genuine commitment to immigrant justice and the Collaborative’s mission.\nWe're Looking For:\nA relationship-builder and connector who can authentically engage donors, volunteers, and community members\nA proven fundraiser with a track record of prospecting and closing new donor pipelines and expanding existing ones\nFor the Fractional role, we’ll be looking for expertise and a strong track record\nFor the Full-time role, we’ll be looking for proven success and related experiences\nSomeone who is comfortable being a visible face of MIC — speaking at events, making introductions, and advocating for our mission\nA data-driven operator who takes CRM hygiene seriously and uses data to make smarter decisions\nA strong communicator with excellent written and verbal skills\nA team player who thrives in collaborative environments and can also work independently with initiative\nComfort working across multicultural and multilingual communities\nStrong organizational skills to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic, grassroots (but highly responsive) environment\nWe'd Love to See:\nLived immigrant experience in the U.S. — this will be given high priority\nFamiliarity with immigration services, workers' rights, or economic mobility programs\nSuccess in building major gift programs\nWhat We Offer\nSalary (Full-Time): $80,000 — fixed, non-negotiable\nSalary (Fractional): $70,000–$80,000 — non-benefitted, 3-3.5 days/week\nPTO:\nFull-time: 5 weeks paid vacation, 5 wellness days, ~3 weeks of office closures throughout the year\nFractional: 10 days paid vacation, 3 wellness days, plus all office closures (3 weeks)\nRetirement: 401(k) with 3% employer match (full-time track)\nHealth: Comprehensive benefits package (full-time track)\nSchedule: Hybrid, mostly remote with reliable transportation required and in-person meetings on a regular (but not always weekly) basis\nLocation: Greater Boston Area, Massachusetts\nReports To: Executive Director\nMission: An awesome mission supporting immigrant services across 15 organizations!\nHow to Apply\nRiverwalker Talent is partnering with MIC for this search. Please submit your resume along with responses to the following short-answer questions. No cover letter is required.\nShare a fundraising success story. What were you responsible for, and what was the outcome? What did you learn from it?\nDescribe your approach to prospecting new major donors. How do you identify, qualify, and approach someone who has never heard of an organization before?\nHow do you envision leveraging your experiences to support the growth of MIC?\nWhat draws you to this role and to the mission of the Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative?\nWhat to Expect\nIn-depth screening interviews with search firm in early to mid-March\n2nd round interviews (Zoom) with Executive Director & key stakeholders in late March/early April\nFinal interviews in late March/early April\nStart date: Early to Mid-April\nMIC values diverse life experience. Bilingual/bicultural applicants, immigrants, people of color, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.\nIf you have any accessibility issues, need accommodations, or have questions, please contact Jessye Kass Karlin at jessye@riverwalkertalent.com\nNo phone calls, please.\nLearn more about the Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative: immigrantcollaborative.org\nDO NOT APPLY HERE THROUGH INDEED --> Apply HERE: https://riverwalkertalentcareers.talentlyft.com/o/chDlagN\nPay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year\nBenefits:\n401(k) matching\nHealth insurance\nPaid time off\nRetirement plan\nApplication Question(s):\nHow many years of experience do you have with Planning & Managing Fundraising Events?\nDid you apply on our Riverwalker Talent page through our search firm? https://riverwalkertalentcareers.talentlyft.com/o/chDlagN\nExperience:\nFundraising: 5 years (Preferred)\nManaging Major Gift Programs: 3 years (Preferred)\nWork Location: Hybrid remote in Allston, MA 02134","datePosted":"2026-08-11T15:00:52.390Z","dateModified":"2026-08-11T15:00:52.390Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Massachusetts Immigrant Collaborative","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Allston","addressRegion":"MA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"dbb7bbd883c9c6b07e4f7ca4"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dbb7bbd883c9c6b07e4f7ca4"}}