Technovation Hiring Director of Development – Remote Fundraising Leadership Role Paying Up to $115,000 Annually
Experienced fundraising and nonprofit development professionals have an opportunity to join Technovation as a Director of Development in a fully remote leadership role based in the United States.
Technovation is seeking an ambitious fundraising leader who can strengthen donor relationships, expand revenue opportunities, lead fundraising strategies, and support the organisation’s mission of empowering girls and women through technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
The full-time position offers a competitive salary of $95,000–$115,000 per year and provides an opportunity to work remotely while contributing to a global education and technology movement.
The application deadline is 2 August 2026, with the position expected to begin on 10 August 2026.
About Technovation
For more than 20 years, Technovation has been helping girls and women become technology creators, innovators, entrepreneurs, and problem-solvers.
The organisation operates across more than 120 countries, working with corporate partners, foundations, institutions, mentors, and communities to provide young people with the skills, resources, and support needed to develop technology solutions for real-world challenges.
Through technology education, entrepreneurship programmes, and community partnerships, Technovation empowers participants to build confidence, create opportunities, and improve their communities.
Job Details
Position: Director of Development
Organisation: Technovation
Location: Remote – United States
Job Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: Director
Salary: $95,000–$115,000 annually
Start Date: 10 August 2026
Application Deadline: 2 August 2026
Role Overview
The Director of Development will serve as a key fundraising leader responsible for driving revenue growth and strengthening relationships with donors, corporations, foundations, and institutional partners.
The successful candidate will lead fundraising initiatives, develop strategic revenue plans, support a fundraising team, and work closely with executive leadership and the Board of Directors to expand Technovation’s impact.
This position requires a creative and relationship-focused professional with strong storytelling abilities, excellent communication skills, and experience building successful fundraising systems.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Fundraising Strategy and Revenue Growth
The Director of Development will be responsible for ensuring Technovation achieves its annual fundraising goals.
Key duties include:
- Leading corporate and individual donor fundraising strategies.
- Developing implementation plans to achieve organisational revenue targets.
- Building systems that support long-term fundraising growth.
- Identifying new funding opportunities and partnerships.
- Strengthening relationships with key supporters.
The successful candidate will play a central role in increasing financial sustainability for Technovation’s programmes.
Manage and Develop the Fundraising Team
The Director of Development will lead a fundraising team while incorporating innovative tools and systems, including AI-supported approaches.
Responsibilities include:
- Setting fundraising priorities and goals.
- Coaching team members on donor portfolios.
- Supporting professional development.
- Encouraging ownership and accountability.
- Building efficient fundraising processes.
Candidates should be comfortable experimenting with new technology and using AI tools to improve fundraising effectiveness.
Work with Leadership and the Board
The Director of Development will collaborate closely with Technovation’s CEO and Board of Directors.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting board members in fundraising activities.
- Helping leadership build donor relationships.
- Preparing strategies for donor engagement.
- Creating opportunities for meaningful conversations with supporters.
The role requires confidence engaging senior stakeholders and building trusted relationships.
Collaborate Across Teams
The Director of Development will work alongside programme, marketing, and events teams to ensure fundraising efforts accurately reflect Technovation’s impact.
This includes:
- Developing compelling funding proposals.
- Supporting fundraising campaigns.
- Ensuring donor communications highlight programme achievements.
- Aligning fundraising strategies with organisational priorities.
Required Qualifications and Experience
Ideal candidates should have strong experience in nonprofit fundraising, business development, or partnership management.
Required qualifications include:
- At least 7 years of fundraising, development, or related experience.
- Experience securing major gifts, partnerships, or donor commitments.
- Strong storytelling and relationship-building skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Experience managing teams.
- Ability to work independently and make strategic decisions.
- Interest and ability to use AI tools and emerging technologies.
- Commitment to Technovation’s mission of developing future innovators.
Experience working with organisations managing budgets of $3 million or more is preferred.
Benefits and Employee Support
Technovation provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing and work-life balance.
Benefits include:
- 20 vacation days.
- Federal holidays and paid sick time.
- Paid organisation-wide shutdown at the end of the year.
- Fully covered medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees.
- Partial coverage for partners and dependents.
- Life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement programme with employer match after two years.
- Flexible spending account (FSA) and dependent care assistance (DCA) options.
- Tenure bonus programme.
- Remote work with flexible scheduling.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit an application through Technovation’s recruitment process.
Applicants should be prepared to complete two screening tasks:
- Submit a two-minute video using Marshall Ganz’s storytelling framework explaining why they want to join Technovation.
- Review a sample text, identify AI-related issues, and suggest improvements.
Candidates should demonstrate creativity, communication skills, and an understanding of effective storytelling.
Why Join Technovation?
The Director of Development role offers an opportunity for a fundraising professional to make a global impact by supporting programmes that empower young innovators.
By strengthening donor partnerships and expanding financial resources, the successful candidate will help more girls and women access technology education, entrepreneurship opportunities, and the tools needed to create solutions for their communities.
For nonprofit leaders seeking a remote opportunity that combines fundraising, technology, education, and social impact, Technovation offers a meaningful platform to drive lasting change.
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