Development Director Jobs in Massachusetts

Development Director jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, with openings concentrated in nonprofit management, higher education, healthcare systems, and arts and cultural institutions at levels from associate director through senior vice president. Boston, Cambridge, and Worcester anchor the bulk of hiring, where established organizations like Mass General Brigham, Harvard University, and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute maintain active development teams. The most sought-after specialties are major gifts, corporate and foundation relations, and capital campaign leadership. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles211+
Top employerHarvard University
Top cityBoston, MA
Cities hiring52
Work type51% Hybrid
Top industryBiotechnology

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Director of Community Development
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Director of Community Development
Bristol Hospice
Fall River, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Growth Marketing
Marketing
$110k - $130k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Executive Director, Board Development-Philanthropy
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Executive Director, Board Development-Philanthropy
Beth Israel Lahey Health
Charlestown, Massachusetts
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Success
$170k - $200k/yr
Bachelor's degree

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Medical Director, Clinical Development
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Medical Director, Clinical Development
AstraZeneca
Boston, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
$250k.2 - $375k.81/yr
Hybrid
10,000+

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Director, Service Commercial Development
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Director, Service Commercial Development
Hologic
Marlborough, Massachusetts
Business Strategy
Corporate Development & M&A
Investment Banking & Capital Markets
$150k - $250k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree
5,001-10,000

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Senior Director, Business Development (Greater Boston Area)
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Senior Director, Business Development (Greater Boston Area)
NJ Bio
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Account Management
Customer Success
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
$185k - $220k/yr
Bachelor of Science

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Development Director Jobs by City in Massachusetts

Where Massachusetts roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Needham
6 jobs
Watertown
5 jobs
Devens
3 jobs
Woburn
3 jobs
Fall River
3 jobs
Somerville
3 jobs

Development Director Job Market in Massachusetts

A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Harvard University11
  • AbbVie7
  • Biogen5
  • AstraZeneca5
  • Alkermes4

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals12
  • Healthcare & Medical Services10
  • Medical Devices4
  • Education2
  • Science & Research2

What Massachusetts Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in development director jobs across Massachusetts.

  • Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or a related field required
  • Five or more years of progressively responsible fundraising or development experience
  • Demonstrated success managing a major gifts portfolio or leading a capital campaign
  • Experience with donor database systems such as Raiser's Edge, Salesforce, or similar CRM platforms
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills for donor cultivation and board engagement
  • Familiarity with Massachusetts nonprofit compliance requirements and charitable solicitation regulations

Development Director Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a development director in Massachusetts?

Most development directors in Massachusetts build toward the role through progressively senior fundraising positions, starting as development associates or major gifts officers. A bachelor's degree is the standard entry point, and many Massachusetts employers in higher education and healthcare prefer candidates with a master's in nonprofit management or public administration. The Certified Fund Raising Executive credential, awarded by CFRE International, is widely recognized by Massachusetts employers and signals professional standing in the field.

Which companies hire development directors in Massachusetts?

Employers hiring development directors in Massachusetts right now include Harvard University, AbbVie, and Biogen, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of research hospitals, universities, and arts institutions means development director openings appear consistently across the nonprofit sector throughout the year.

Which Massachusetts cities have the most development director jobs?

Boston, Cambridge, and Waltham have the most development director openings in Massachusetts. Boston and Cambridge drive the bulk of demand given the region's concentration of major research hospitals, Ivy League and research universities, and large cultural institutions, while Worcester's growing healthcare and higher education sector, anchored by employers like UMass Memorial Health and Clark University, generates a steady stream of openings outside the Greater Boston area.

Are there remote development director jobs in Massachusetts?

Yes, and more than many leadership roles, because major gifts cultivation and donor stewardship increasingly happen through video calls and digital outreach rather than in-person events alone. About 78% of development director openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with fully remote arrangements most common in foundation relations, grant writing, and planned giving functions where travel requirements are lower.

How can I get hired as a development director in Massachusetts with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing a development associate or annual fund coordinator role at a Massachusetts nonprofit or university, then building a measurable gift portfolio over several years. Large Massachusetts institutions such as Boston Children's Hospital, Northeastern University, and Emerson College regularly hire entry-level development staff. Earning the CFRE credential early and gaining experience with Raiser's Edge or Salesforce strengthens a candidacy significantly when competing for director-level openings.

Where can I find and apply to development director jobs in Massachusetts?

You can find and apply to development director jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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