TITLE: Senior Director, Proposals
LOCATION: Preference for candidates based in Philadelphia or Washington, D.C.; however, candidates located anywhere within the Atlantic region will be considered
REPORTS TO: Head of Strategy, Atlantic Region
DEPARTMENT: Strategy and Operations
TYPE: Full Time, Hybrid position (two to three days in-office). Candidates based locally near the CCS Philadelphia or Washington, D.C. offices will be expected to work in the office 2–3 days per week. Local candidates should also anticipate additional travel of up to 3 times per year for team meetings and conferences. Candidates based outside of the Philadelphia or D.C. areas should anticipate travel for team meetings and company events approximately once per month.
Please submit a cover letter.
CCS is unable to sponsor employment visas for this position, such as H-1B visas. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship. This may apply to individuals currently authorized under temporary student or practical training visas, who will require sponsorship from CCS to maintain work authorization long-term.
CCS Fundraising is an international strategic fundraising firm that partners with nonprofits for transformational change. Since 1947, CCS has empowered many of the world’s leading organizations across sectors to advance some of the most important causes in history. We plan, manage, and implement programs and initiatives that achieve fundraising goals and mission impact. This year, we were named one of Forbes’ America’s Best Management Consulting Firms 2026, based on recommendations from clients and consulting peers.
CCS provides tailored support to more than 700 nonprofit organizations annually. Headquartered in New York, the firm has over 600 professionals and 18 offices throughout the United States and Europe. Our people are our greatest strength. At CCS, you will join a diverse team of smart, passionate, and resourceful professionals who are driven by purpose and committed to performance.
The Senior Director, Proposals oversees the strategy, quality, and performance of the regional proposal development function, ensuring the production of high-quality, compelling, and timely materials that advance new business and strengthen CCS’s market positioning. This role combines people management, strategic oversight, and hands-on writing to guide the team in producing customized, persuasive proposals and sales materials. The Department Lead ensures consistent collaboration with executives and cross-functional teams to enhance CCS’s sales enablement process and increase overall efficiency, creativity, and impact.
CCS offers competitive benefits, a dynamic training program, resources, career advancement, mentoring, and networking opportunities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourage a diverse pool of candidates to apply.
SALARY RANGE: $100k - $135k
The exact salary varies within range based on years of relevant experience and education.
For over 75 years, CCS Fundraising has empowered many of the world’s greatest organizations to advance some of the most important causes in history. As leading consulting experts in campaign and development strategy, we plan and implement fundraising initiatives to help nonprofit organizations make a bigger impact—locally, nationally, and globally.
Members of the CCS team are highly experienced and knowledgeable across sectors, disciplines, and regions. Our unique, customized approach provides each organization with dedicated professionals who help mission-driven organizations meet their most pressing challenges and achieve their most ambitious goals. While the results of our work are immediate, our impact is enduring.
