Director of Development

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT DATE: November 10, 2025

JOB TITLE: Director of Development

REPORTS TO: Executive Director

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Director of Development works to build the future capacity of the Asheville Symphony through the planning and implementation of all fundraising activities. The role establishes and maintains relationships with individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies, and oversees appeals, proposals, and applications to these funders.

The Director works closely with the Executive Director and the Board of Directors in the cultivation and stewardship of all donors, seeks out additional funding opportunities, and leads staff and volunteers in the execution of fundraising initiatives, including through the leadership of the Board’s Development Committee. This position requires awareness and understanding of current trends and resources in philanthropy, excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, and an ability to lead the organization toward its contributed revenue goals.

The Director promotes a team culture consistent with the Asheville Symphony’s internal and external core values.

This is a senior leadership position that reports to the Executive Director and leads a department of two other full-time team members, a Development Manager and a Development Associate.________________________________________

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Provide leadership for a growing department, including direct supervision of two staff members and collaboration with event-based support personnel.
● Plan, manage, implement, and evaluate all Asheville Symphony fundraising programs, including annual fund, business sponsorships, grants, major gifts, endowment gifts, planned giving, special events, and in-kind donations.
● Lead Board members, volunteers, and staff in executing fundraising events and campaigns.
● Lead internal strategic campaign readiness to determine preparedness and dev