Development Officer

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Secure institutional funding and build corporate partnerships that sustain nonprofit missions

$45,000 – $100,00040% Remote4 careerDetailPage.levels

Development Associate → Development Officer → Senior Development Officer → Director of Institutional Advancement

$100k

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Development Officers focus on institutional funding sources — corporate sponsors, foundation grants, and government contracts — to build sustainable revenue streams for nonprofits. Unlike individual fundraisers, they negotiate multi-year partnerships, manage compliance requirements, and develop corporate engagement programs. In 2026, the role involves ESG-aligned partnerships, cause marketing collaborations, and technology-enabled donor management. Industry Demand: high — nonprofits need diversified funding beyond individual donors

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✓Build strategic business relationships

✓Directly fund life-changing programs

✓Develop negotiation and sales skills

✓Growing corporate CSR/ESG budgets create opportunities

✓Path to senior nonprofit leadership

💰 Salary Range

Entry

$45K

Senior

$100K

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