Director of Development and Partnerships

Position Overview

Friends of Rittenhouse Square is looking for a Director of Development and Partnerships to further our fundraising efforts and build our team capacity. The Director will enhance existing relationships, manage fundraising events and socials, and extend our reach by developing creative partnerships with key stakeholders; furthering our mission to preserve, protect and beautify Rittenhouse Square.

The ideal candidate will have a deep and extensive knowledge of the Rittenhouse Square community, a track record of success in fundraising for nonprofits, and a flexible and entrepreneurial approach. This position reports directly to the Executive Director and will have substantial contact with the organization’s Board of Directors, Executive and Event Committees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Develop and execute comprehensive strategies for engaging donors across a dynamic $1.25M+ pipeline, emphasizing diversification among events, corporate partnerships and private funders in collaboration with key Board and staff members to cultivate donors.

Prepares regular revenue projection reports, monthly pipeline dashboards, timely and accurate reporting to donors on the impact of their contributions to cultivate long-term partnerships and continued support

Furthers the development of the Friends’ membership and annual giving programs, working across all segments of the organization to increase our membership and donor base.

Developing effective cases for support for organizational priorities in support of FRS’ strategic framework and initiatives.

Coordinate a robust annual calendar of development and engagement events including quarterly meetings of the Board of Directors

High-quality donor experiences through face-to-face cultivation, solicitation and stewardship meetings, professional proposals, and timely acknowledgments

Participation in other community events as determined by programmatic needs.

Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and ethical standards governing fundraising activities, applying knowledge of fundraising principles, ethics, and best practices to maintain transparency and integrity

Qualifications:

Strategic thinker who can develop and execute innovative initiatives that align with organizational goals

Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college; 5 years or equivalent experience in nonprofit, philanthropic, or entrepreneurial experience with experience in fundraising and partnership development in relevant sector(s)

Strong network of contacts in the nonprofit, business, government, and philanthropic sectors

Sound judgment and integrity with discretion in handling and securing confidential information, as well as the ability to conduct oneself in a highly professional manner as a representative of The Friends of Rittenhouse Square

High emotional intelligence, ability to develop deep, trusting relationships with diverse individuals from many different backgrounds, and foster an atmosphere that respects and celebrates cultural and individual differences

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills

Exceptional attention to detail, organizational and time management skills to keep projects on track and manage small details without losing sight of the big picture

This position will be expected to participate in occasional evening and weekend events and programs on an as-needed basis

Proficient in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar), and other common office software. Experience with LittleGreenLight, MailChimp, Wix and Canva are preferred, but not required

Reports to: Executive Director

Salary Range: $70,000 – 90,000 per year plus benefits.

Target start date: Immediate Hire

TO APPLY:

Send a single PDF labeled “YourLastName_YourFirstName” to [email protected] that includes:

A cover letter describing your relevant experience and interest in the position

Your resume

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis with a final deadline of August 31,2025. References will be contacted as the hiring process moves forward.

No phone calls, please.

ABOUT FRIENDS OF RITTENHOUSE SQUARE:

Friends of Rittenhouse Square was created in 1976 to address the increasing gap between available city funding and the needs of Rittenhouse Square. With a mission to “preserve, protect and beautify,” we are the City’s primary operating partner for the Square, raising funds and managing the many programs to sustain the needs of this extraordinary public space. For more information, please visit https://www.friendsofrittenhouse.org/

Friends of Rittenhouse Square is an Equal Opportunity Employer and having a diverse staff is a fundamental principle, where employment and promotional opportunities are based upon individual capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation/affectional preference, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as established under law.