The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity for a driven, relationship-oriented fundraising leader to join a respected and mission-driven organization working at the forefront of hunger relief across Coastal Georgia. The Director of Development will play a critical role in building strong philanthropic support for Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia’s mission to end hunger in our community.

The Director of Development will lead a growing development team and be responsible for implementing and managing all aspects of the Food Bank’s development and fundraising strategy during an important time of transition. This includes cultivating individual, foundation, and corporate donors, overseeing fundraising campaigns and events, and managing donor communications. The ideal candidate will bring a mix of hands-on fundraising experience, team leadership, and a passion for helping others.

The Director of Development reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), and the CEO will be transitioning this year as Mary Jane Crouch retires after more than two decades of service to the food bank. Therefore, the new Director of Development will be an essential partner in helping the new CEO successfully lead the food bank into the future.

This is a visible and collaborative role requiring strong strategic and operational capabilities, excellent interpersonal skills, and a deep commitment to the mission and the team of Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia.

The Organization

As a proud member of the Feeding America network, Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia is the leading hunger-relief organization serving 21 counties in our region. With facilities in Savannah and Brunswick, we provide more than 25 million pounds of food each year to over 246 local charitable agencies and programs including food pantries, shelters, and schools.

Through innovative programs like Kids Café, Mobile Food Pantry, and Senior Meals, and in partnership with community organizations and volunteers, Second Harvest is dedicated to nourishing lives, building community resilience, and eliminating food insecurity.

Learn more at: www.helpendhunger.org

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan aligned with organizational priorities and long-term growth goals.
• Lead all aspects of donor development and stewardship across individual, corporate, and foundation donors, including annual giving, major gifts, and planned giving.
• Supervise development and marketing staff, providing mentorship, goal-setting, and performance management.
• Oversee the planning and execution of fundraising campaigns, special events, and donor engagement initiatives.
• Serve as the primary liaison to the Board Development Committee and provide regular reports to the CEO and Board.
• Manage the donor database (Donor Perfect) to ensure accurate tracking, segmentation, and reporting.
• Collaborate across departments to ensure coordinated messaging, branding, and fundraising strategies.
• Represent the Food Bank in the community, building relationships with donors, businesses, and civic leaders.
• Research and submit grant applications and ensure timely grant reporting and compliance.
• Participate as a member of the leadership team, contributing to strategic planning and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising or equivalent experience, with demonstrated success in individual giving, corporate sponsorships, and/or foundation grants.
• Supervisory experience with a proven ability to build and lead effective teams preferred.
• Strong track record of cultivating and soliciting major gifts.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including public speaking.
• Experience with donor database management and campaign analytics.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to execute detailed plans and meet ambitious fundraising goals.
• Passion for ending hunger and community-based service work.
• Bachelor’s degree required; CFRE or advanced degree is a plus.
• Knowledge of the Coastal Georgia philanthropic community is a plus.
  

Think you are the next Director of Development for Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia?

To apply, click on the link to the Chief Development Officer position profile To apply, scroll to the bottom of this page. You will see instructions for uploading your compelling cover letter, resume, and salary requirements. Please provide all requested information to be considered. In case of any technical problems, contact talent@armstrongmcguire.com. No phone calls, please, and no applications will be accepted by email or directly from third-party posting sites.

Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Salary is commensurate with the requirements of the position and starts at $85K+. This position includes 13 paid holidays and 16 additional days of Paid Time Off in the first year, increasing annually. Additionally, the Food Bank provides significant employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. The Food Bank will also contribute to a 401(k)-retirement plan.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination: Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants and does not discriminate with regards to hiring, assignment, promotion, or other conditions of staff employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal law.