The Development Director at Freedom House will be responsible for building and overseeing the organization's development function, managing a $500,000 budget, and cultivating relationships with around 300 donors. The ideal candidate will be a highly relational, energetic, and organized professional with a bachelor's degree and 5 to 10 years of experience. The first year will focus on establishing relationships and implementing donor management systems, while the second year will require a clear return on investment to support the expanding recovery program. This role is crucial in expanding corporate and individual partnerships to drive financial growth and support the organization's $7.2 million operating budget.Reporting directly to the CEO, the Development Director will play a pivotal role in the organization by overseeing the development function and building relationships with donors. The successful candidate will need to be a self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to establish and manage donor relationships effectively. With a focus on cultivating authentic relationships and driving financial growth, this role will be instrumental in supporting the organization's expanding recovery program and overall operating budget. The ideal candidate will have experience in donor management systems and tools like Salesforce, as well as a proven track record of success in fundraising and partnership development.