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Are you a strong communicator, relationship builder, and strategic thinker who wants your work to make a difference for children and families? Berkshire County Head Start is seeking a Director of Development to lead and grow our fundraising, grant development, donor and sponsor relations, marketing and communications, and community partnership efforts. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a comprehensive development function and expand the relationships and resources that support our organization's mission and long-term sustainability.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Fundraising and resource development
Grant research and proposal writing
Donor cultivation and stewardship
Corporate sponsorship development
Marketing, communications, and storytelling
Community partnerships and engagement
Strategic development and funding diversification
Development tracking, reporting, and data management

We're Looking for Someone Who:

Is an exceptional writer and communicator
Builds strong, genuine relationships
Can manage multiple projects and priorities
Is comfortable representing an organization in the community
Understands fundraising, donor stewardship, communications, or related development work
Is excited about building new partnerships and identifying new opportunities

If you're ready to bring your communication, creativity, and relationship-building skills to an organization dedicated to children and families, we'd love to hear from you.

Join Berkshire County Head Start and help us build the relationships and resources that strengthen our community.