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Founded in 1955, the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards, and to advance sound social policies. NASW has locations throughout the 50 United States, Washington D.C. and minor outlying territories/islands (Guam, Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands).

Position Summary

The Director of Development and Strategic Partnerships plays a critical leadership role in business development, fundraising strategy, and resource generation, while overseeing donor and volunteer relations, donor cultivation, and grants management. This position is responsible for developing, expanding, and stewarding high-impact relationships with corporations, foundations, and other funding partners, helping position NASW as a premier organization for social work innovation and advocacy.

This role works under the general supervision of the CEO and in close collaboration with the executive leadership team, ensuring strategic alignment between development efforts, mission priorities, and organizational growth objectives. This position serves as staff liaison to the NASW Foundation Board of Directors including coordinating meetings, strategy sessions, and reporting in collaboration with the CEO and Board Chair.

This position is hybrid (3 days in office, 2 days remote). This position may also be eligible for bonuses with performance.