Work with The Alliance

Are you a bold, strategic, and mission-driven fundraiser ready to lead transformative growth? This is a rare and exciting opportunity to bring your entrepreneurial spirit, creativity, and innovation to the leading national nonprofit focused on education, referrals, and support for individuals experiencing eating disorders—and their loved ones.

The National Alliance for Eating Disorders is seeking an experienced development professional eager to take the next step in their career. As Director of Development, you will build and lead a comprehensive national fundraising strategy—with a strong focus on major gifts, corporate partnerships, and foundation support—to significantly grow revenue and deepen our life-saving impact.

This role is both strategic and hands-on, ideal for a leader who thrives in building systems, cultivating meaningful relationships, and driving results. You’ll collaborate closely with the Founder and CEO, Board of Directors, and senior volunteers to shape and execute a fundraising vision that supports The Alliance’s continued national expansion.

Location:

Palm Beach, Florida
In-office, hybrid, position requiring travel and external meetings.

Apply:

To apply: please send a cover letter and resume to Monica Alomia, malomia@allianceforeatingdisorders.com.

Responsibilities:

Major Gifts:

• Launch and lead a national major gifts program, leveraging strong community support—particularly in Palm Beach—as a foundation for expansion.
• Implement existing strategies and develop new, innovative approaches to secure major gifts and grow philanthropic revenue.
• Cultivate and steward meaningful relationships with donors, ensuring they feel valued, engaged, and clearly understand their impact.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of major donors through proactive cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Research and engage new prospective donors and financial advisors to build a robust pipeline of long-term supporters.
• Serve as a strategic partner to the Founder and CEO to identify and explore additional revenue opportunities that support national growth.

Corporate & Foundation Partnerships:

• Oversee all aspects of foundation grants, including research, proposal writing, submission, and ongoing grant management and reporting.
• Identify, cultivate, and secure corporate sponsorships and strategic partnerships aligned with The Alliance’s mission and values.
• Develop and manage corporate giving initiatives such as cause marketing campaigns, employee matching gifts, and event sponsorships.
• Leverage corporate relationships to grow revenue and raise visibility for The Alliance’s brand and programs.

Strategic Planning & Leadership:

• Partner with executive leadership to shape and implement a long-term fundraising strategy aligned with the organization’s mission and growth goals.
• Monitor and adapt to fundraising trends and best practices, ensuring The Alliance remains innovative and competitive in the philanthropic landscape.
• Provide regular updates and reports to the CEO and Board of Directors on fundraising performance, pipeline development, and key outcomes.

Team Collaboration & Management:

• Collaborate cross-functionally with communications, programs, and operations teams to ensure alignment and support for fundraising efforts.
• Support board and volunteer engagement in fundraising through training, materials, and strategy support.

Donor Communications & Engagement:

• Work with communications staff to develop donor-facing materials, including appeals, newsletters, annual reports, and impact stories.
• Create and manage stewardship strategies that ensure donors are acknowledged and retained through thoughtful, mission-aligned engagement.
• Plan and execute donor cultivation and recognition events—both in-person and virtual—to deepen donor relationships and drive giving.

Data & Systems Management:

• Oversee donor database (CRM) systems, ensuring clean data, donor segmentation, accurate reporting, and efficient processes.
• Analyze donor data to inform strategy, track campaign effectiveness, and guide decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising laws, ethical guidelines, and donor privacy policies.

Qualifications & Experience:

The ideal candidate is a seasoned, strategic, and relationship-driven fundraiser with a passion for advancing The Alliance’s mission. They bring deep experience in major gifts and a proven track record of building successful, scalable fundraising programs.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Deep commitment to the mission and values of the National Alliance for Eating Disorders.
• Proven success in cultivating and securing six- and seven-figure gifts from high-net-worth individuals and corporations.
• Demonstrated ability to build, implement, and scale a major gifts program that delivers sustained and growing revenue.
• Strong relationship-building skills with a donor-centric approach and a passion for connecting people to impact.
• Experience working with or supporting external stakeholders such as donors, board members, and senior volunteers.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling donor-facing materials and presentations.
• Proficiency in CRM platforms (DonorPerfect preferred), with strong data analysis and reporting capabilities.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Creative, entrepreneurial mindset with a data-driven approach to strategy and problem-solving.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience engaging major donor communities in key markets such as Palm Beach, New York, and/or California.
• Experience securing and managing corporate sponsorships or foundation grants.
• Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of five years of progressive experience in fundraising or development leadership roles.

The National Alliance for Eating Disorders is seeking a compassionate, organized, and mission-aligned Support Group Manager to join our growing team. This full-time, remote position plays a vital role in ensuring the smooth, consistent operation of our nationwide therapist-led support groups. The ideal candidate is a licensed therapist/nutritionist with strong administrative skills, a deep understanding of eating disorders, and a passion for community-based support.

This is a new, dynamic, and evolving role — we’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. The ability to manage shifting priorities, juggle multiple moving pieces, and approach new challenges with a sense of flexibility and curiosity is key. If you’re someone who takes initiative, communicates clearly, and cares deeply about people, we’d love to connect.

Location:

Remote

Compensation:

$63,000 – $67,000

Apply:

To apply: please send a cover letter and resume to Monica Alomia, malomia@allianceforeatingdisorders.com.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day operations of all support groups
• Oversee scheduling and logistical coordination of group sessions
• Serve as the primary point of contact for facilitators and manage ongoing correspondence
• Assist the Director of Support Group Services with periodic group observations and participation in monthly supervision sessions
• Support onboarding and ongoing facilitator needs under the guidance of the Director of Support Group Services
• Maintain accurate facilitator records and documentation
• Coordinate with Senior Facilitators to ensure group coverage and communication outside standard working hours
• Assist in planning and coordinating key departmental events, including facilitator trainings, Group-a-thon, and the annual retreat
• Ensure seamless communication and continuity between daytime administration and evening/weekend support group sessions
• Meet regularly with Senior Facilitators to ensure smooth operations, share updates, and collaboratively address group dynamics
• Flexible schedule with a mix of daytime, evening, and occasional weekend hours, in alignment with the needs of our nationwide support groups and programming
• Report directly to the Director of Support Group Services

Qualifications:

• Must be a licensed professional (LMHC, LCSW, LMFT, PsyD, PhD, RD/LDN, or equivalent)
• Prior experience with support groups (both virtual and in-person), community mental health, or community initiatives strongly preferred
• Proficient in computer and tech tools, including Zoom, Google Workspace, online scheduling platforms, and other remote collaboration tools
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Comfort working independently in a remote environment while collaborating closely with a national team
• Deep empathy for individuals experiencing eating disorders and their loved ones.
• A commitment to inclusive, trauma-informed support communities