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Director of Development and Advocacy

Director of Development and Advocacy

The Autism Program of VirginiaRichmond, VA, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Director of Development & Advocacy

Reports To : Chief Operations Officer

Location : Richmond, VA (Hybrid)

Pay Range : $75,000 - $90,000

Position Type : Full-time, Exempt

Position Summary

The Director of Development & Advocacy is a key strategic leader responsible for driving both revenue generation and policy influence. This role leads the organization's fundraising strategy with a goal of raising $1 million+ annually through individual giving, grants, and events. In addition, the Director serves as Commonwealth Autism’s primary representative in statewide advocacy efforts, working to advance public policy aligned with our mission. This position reports directly to the COO and collaborates with internal and external partners to build meaningful relationships with funders, policymakers, and community allies.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Development

  • Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive annual fundraising

strategy.

  • Cultivate and steward relationships with individual donors, foundations, and

    • corporate partners.

  • Manage all grant writing, reporting, and compliance processes. Currently manage a grants contractor.
  • Plan and execute annual campaigns and donor-facing events with support from

    • internal teams.

  • Maintain accurate donor database records and track performance metrics to guide strategy.

    • Government Relations & Advocacy

  • Develop and lead the organization’s state-level advocacy and public policy agenda.
  • Represent Commonwealth Autism with legislators, agency leaders, and advocacy coalitions.
  • Monitor legislation and regulatory issues impacting Autistic individuals and the

    • disability community.

  • Build strategic partnerships with peer organizations, policy networks, and

    • community stakeholders.

  • Prepare testimony, policy briefs, and position statements to advance the

    • organization’s goals.

    Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication

  • Work closely with the CEO and program leadership to align fundraising and

    • advocacy with organizational priorities.

  • Work with CEO on diversifying revenue and fund sourcing strategy.
  • Support and help the organization’s communications and marketing strategy,

    • especially around donor engagement and advocacy messaging.

  • Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to the leadership team and board.
  • Work with Community Relations Manager to support the volunteer program and

    • donor relations processes.

    Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or CFRE preferred.
  • 5-7+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, advocacy, or public affairs.
  • Demonstrated success managing major gifts, grants, and events.
  • Experience with government relations, advocacy campaigns, or public policy at the state level is strongly preferred.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of audiences.
  • Self-starter with strong project management skills and comfortable working

    • independently.

  • Deep alignment with Commonwealth Autism’s mission, values, and commitment to equity and inclusion.
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