The National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) is seeking an accomplished development executive to join our team as a Development Fundraising Consultant.
As NABJ continues to expand its national impact, we are looking for a strategic, results-driven leader to drive our annual and multi-year contributed revenue goals. Operating in a hybrid capacity out of our national office in College Park, Maryland, this leader will play a pivotal role in advancing our mission to empower, support, and elevate Black journalists and media professionals nationwide.
Key Highlights of the Role
- Revenue Leadership: Personal responsibility for managing, growing, and securing $1.5M+ annually in contributed revenue through corporate, foundation, major gift, and individual giving portfolios.
- Corporate & Strategic Partnerships: Direct corporate partnership strategy, restructuring event sponsorships into comprehensive, multi-year, year-round packages.
- Institutional & Individual Giving: Cultivate high-capacity donors, build scholarship/endowment funds, and direct foundation proposal pipelines.
- Board & Leadership Engagement: Partner closely with the Board of Directors, Executive Director, and Development Committee to activate national funding networks.
Qualifications at a Glance
- Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible fundraising leadership experience for a national nonprofit organization.
- Documented personal track record of closing five- and six-figure gifts, sponsorships, and grants.
- Proficiency with development CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce NPSP, Raiser’s Edge NXT, Bloomerang).
- Willingness to travel 20%–30% annually and attend signature events like the NABJ Annual Convention and Career Fair.
Application Deadline & How to Apply
All application materials must be submitted by September 30, 2026.
To apply, please submit your Resume and a detailed Cover Letter. Your cover letter must include:
- Specific details on a national nonprofit fundraising program you personally led (including starting/ending revenue, timeframe, and growth strategies).
- Concrete examples of significant gifts, grants, or corporate partnerships you personally cultivated and closed.Help us spread the word! If you or someone in your network is an experienced fundraising leader committed to NABJ’s vision, we encourage you to submit an application today.
Apply Here: bit.ly/NABJFundraisingConsultant