Senior Director Of Business Development Jobs in Scottsdale, AZ

Build Partnerships. Inspire Philanthropy. Change Lives.

Are you a proven relationship builder who thrives on opening doors, inspiring philanthropy, and creating partnerships that change lives?

Since 2013, Care Fund has helped Arizona families remain in their homes while caring for a child facing a serious medical illness or injury. We believe parents should be focused on their child's recovery—not worrying about losing their home. We are a small, staffed charity with a volunteer advisory council of approximately 20-30, in both Phoenix and Tucson.

We're seeking an experienced Director of Development & Strategic Partnerships to lead our major gifts, sponsorships, and corporate partnerships program. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys wearing many hats, building meaningful relationships, and creating measurable impact. If you're looking to help shape the future of a growing nonprofit while making a lasting difference for Arizona families, we'd love to meet you.

Position Summary

As the Director, you will be responsible for expanding philanthropic support through corporate partnerships, gala sponsorships, major donors, foundations, and community engagement, including seeking grant opportunities. In addition, this role will partner with team members to launch major fundraising events. Working closely with the CEO, you will help grow revenue, strengthen strategic partnerships, and elevate Care Fund's presence throughout Arizona.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, cultivate, solicit, and steward corporate partnerships, sponsorships, major donors, and foundation relationships.
• Build a sustainable pipeline of philanthropic support through strategic relationship development.
• Represent Care Fund throughout the community by attending networking events, donor meetings, and fundraising events.
• Collaborate with the CEO on fundraising strategy and donor cultivation.
• Prepare sponsorship proposals, presentations, donor communications, and partnership agreements.
• Maintain accurate donor records and fundraising activity using donor management software.
• Identify new opportunities to increase philanthropic revenue and expand community partnerships.
• Support fundraising events and donor stewardship activities, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Contribute to organizational initiatives and willingly wear multiple hats as part of a collaborative, mission-driven team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, corporate partnerships, business development, or related relationship-based roles.
• Demonstrated success securing significant corporate partnerships, sponsorships, major gifts, or philanthropic investments, with a proven ability to grow fundraising revenue.
• Outstanding relationship-building, networking, communication, and presentation skills.
• Experience developing and managing donor or corporate partner relationships.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and comfortable working independently.
• Passion for serving families and advancing Care Fund's mission.
• Valid Arizona driver's license and reliable transportation for community meetings and events.

Hybrid Work Environment

This is a contract, hybrid position and requires flexibility in both schedule and location. While the role generally includes two in-office days each week, workdays and locations may change based on donor meetings, community partnerships, fundraising events, and organizational priorities.

The position regularly requires attendance at off-site meetings, community events, and occasional evening and weekend activities. Candidates must be able to dedicate their full professional attention to Care Fund during scheduled working hours, regardless of work location.

Leadership & Growth Opportunity

This position is part of Care Fund's long-term leadership succession strategy. The selected candidate will work alongside the CEO to gain a broad understanding of the organization and its operations. Exceptional performance may lead to consideration for future Executive Director opportunities as part of Care Fund's succession planning, subject to organizational needs and approval by the Board of Directors.

Why Join Care Fund?

At Care Fund, every partnership changes lives. Every sponsorship helps keep a family in their home. Every donor relationship creates hope during one of life's most difficult moments.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Scottsdale, AZ 85251