Associate Director, Development

Join Us! 

At Action for Healthy Kids, we don’t just talk about improving student health - we build the networks, tools, and partnerships that make it happen. Join us and take the lead in driving meaningful change that reaches kids, families, and entire school districts.

Are you a strategic, results-driven fundraising leader who’s passionate about improving the health and well-being of children and families? Action for Healthy Kids is seeking an Associate Director of Development to help grow our philanthropic impact and lead key initiatives that support our mission nationwide.

This full-time, remote role is ideal for a seasoned nonprofit professional who thrives on relationship-building, team leadership, and driving revenue growth across multiple funding streams. If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference while advancing your career, we’d love to hear from you.

About Us

Action for Healthy Kids is a national non-profit organization raising the bar on the health of the whole child to extraordinary levels across the country. AFHK mobilizes school professionals, families, and communities to take actions that lead to healthy eating, physical activity, and healthier schools where kids thrive. We partner with dedicated volunteers - teachers, students, moms, dads, school wellness experts, and more - from within the ranks of our 140,000+ constituency to create healthful school changes. We are committed to impacting holistic changes, focusing on serving students from under-resourced communities.

To learn more, please visit us at www.ActionforHealthyKids.org.

About the Role & Work Structure 

As a strategic leader on our Growth team, the Associate Director of Development plays a vital role in expanding our mission-driven impact. This position is ideal for a fundraising professional who thrives on building meaningful donor relationships, leading high-performing teams, and crafting innovative strategies to grow philanthropic support. With a comprehensive portfolio and the opportunity to shape national partnerships, this role offers a dynamic blend of relationship management, team leadership, and mission alignment - all in service of creating healthier futures for kids and families.

Work Structure & Environment 

• Full-time, exempt position
• Remote work location
• Standard business hours (Monday–Friday) with flexibility as needed to collaborate across time zones

Physical Demands

• Primarily desk-based with extended seated work
• Regular computer use and virtual meetings
• Light items typically handled (e.g., notebooks, reports, small equipment)

Travel

• Occasional travel (3 6
• short trips per year)

What You’ll Do 

As Associate Director of Development, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our fundraising strategy. You’ll manage a portfolio of mid-level to major donors, lead a small team, and collaborate across departments to secure support from corporations, foundations, government agencies, and individuals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cultivate, solicit, and steward five- and six-figure gifts across multiple funding streams
• Develop compelling proposals, pitch decks, and stewardship materials
• Supervise 1
• 3 development staff, providing mentorship and performance management
• Partner with the Chief Growth Officer to implement multi-year fundraising strategies
• Strengthen corporate and foundation partnerships, including national collaborations
• Coordinate donor communications and engagement campaigns with Marketing
• Track fundraising metrics and adjust strategies to meet annual goals of $5M–$15M+

What You’ll Bring to the Role 

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or CFRE preferred
• Minimum 7 years of experience in nonprofit development or business development
• Experience with corporate partnerships, government grants, and foundation giving
• Proven success in nonprofit fundraising, including major gifts and institutional giving
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities
• Highly organized and data-informed, with a proactive mindset
• Proficiency in donor databases (Salesforce preferred) and fundraising analytics
• Demonstrated commitment to improving the health and well-being of children and families

Equal Opportunity: Action for Healthy Kids is committed to fair and inclusive hiring practices. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status under applicable law.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor employment visas for this role.

Employment Terms: This role is offered as an at-will position, meaning employment may be terminated by either the employee or employer at any time, with or without cause or notice, subject to applicable laws.

What You’ll Gain at AFHK 

At Action for Healthy Kids, we know that supporting our team is essential to supporting our mission. Here’s how we invest in your success and well-being.

Compensation

• Competitive annual salary: $71,396 – $114,049, based on experience

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans with AFHK contributions
• Financial wellness: 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Flexible savings: Health Savings Account (HSA with AFHK contributions) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA for dependent care and health)
• Additional protection: Life, disability, AD&D, accident, and critical care insurance - fully covered by AFHK
• Transit & parking accounts (available for Chicago-based employees)

Wellness & Support

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for personal and professional challenges
• Annual stipends: For wellness, connectivity, and home office setup—because your comfort matters

Time Off & Leave

• Generous PTO: Flexible paid time off to recharge
• Paid parental leave: Support for growing families
• Holiday closures: Enjoy time off during key holidays

Growth & Development

• Professional development support: Invest in your learning and career advancement