Massachusetts Citizens for Life is seeking passionate, committed individuals who want to make a real difference. As part of our team, you’ll help advance the mission to protect and uphold the dignity of every human life, from conception to natural death. If you're ready to use your skills to support one of the most important human rights causes of our time, we invite you to apply.

MCFL Job Openings

Position: Director of Development

Date posted: 10/08/2025

• Structure: Part-time*, Remote in CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, or VT
• Reports to: President & CEO

The Director of Development works in collaboration with the President & CEO and the organization’s development consultant to plan, implement, and manage Massachusetts Citizens for Life’s fundraising program. She/He is responsible for developing strategy and raising funds for programming and general operating expenses through 1) MCFL’s donor base, 2) corporate donations, 3) private foundations, and 4) grants. 

The Director of Development will provide overall leadership for development efforts that benefit Massachusetts Citizens for Life, with a special emphasis on growing the organization’s donor base and securing individual major gifts, to ensure achievement of annual and multi-year fundraising goals and objectives, according to priorities set by the President and board of directors. 

Major Functions and Responsibilities: 

• Serve as chief storyteller for our organization, communicating to our supporters about the work they are doing through us.
• Provide oversight and coordination of MCFL fundraising activities, including prospect management, proposal development, and review of fund agreements to ensure development efforts are in line with established priorities.
• Collaborate with the President to effectively manage a portfolio of major gift prospects to secure annual/leadership, major, principal, and deferred gifts in support of established fundraising goals.
• Work closely with MCFL’s president and/or other key MCFL staff and volunteers to jointly identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward key MCFL prospects. 
• Directly manage the President’s portfolio of high-level prospects and provide staffing support to the President for this purpose, as well as manage his/her own portfolio of prospective donors. 
• Support event management and execution, particularly related to donor engagement efforts and calls to action. 
• Oversee development of MCFL planning documents and related materials for a comprehensive fundraising campaign, including case statements, brochures, presentations, and other promotional materials to ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency with established priorities. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

Skills and Knowledge: 

• Expert ability to utilize critical thinking as well as good discernment in an ever-evolving, dynamic environment.
• Expert ability to capture the vision and passion of MCFL’s mission. 
• Expert ability to manage and lead complex organizations, and to organize, direct, motivate, and evaluate professional staff, support staff, and volunteers. 
• Expert ability to cultivate, close, administer, and steward complex major gifts. 
• Expert ability to work independently and collaboratively and to adapt to changing situations and priorities. 
• Expert ability to communicate verbally, in writing, and to articulate themes and issues associated with the organization in a clear, persuasive manner. 
• Expert ability to build and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Expert ability to organize, manage, and execute multiple projects/functions simultaneously, displaying effective time management. 
• Expert ability to analyze data and information, develop strategic fundraising goals, and evaluate results. 
• Expert ability to make decisions, address spontaneous issues and situations, and resolve problems. 
• Expert ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner. 
• Proficiency in transcribing notes from donor calls and engagements so as to be shared with leadership when appropriate. 
• Solid understanding of gift planning techniques and vehicles.
• Solid ability to analyze and understand financial and budget information and communicate effectively regarding the same.
• Personal computer proficiency required, especially as related to the software referenced under software utilized. 

Education and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree required. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of ten years fundraising experience with proven record of success in soliciting major gifts from individuals, corporations, and foundations required. 
• Experience in a nonprofit fundraising environment strongly preferred; campaign experience preferred. 

Software Utilized: 

Google Workspace and Microsoft Office products, internet, DonorSearch, and Little Green Light CRM. 

Interested? 

Submit your resume and a cover letter to: [email protected] 

*This new position could evolve into a full-time role within 1-2 years.

Position: Associate Director of Programs

Date posted: 10/08/2025

• Structure: Full-time; remote in Massachusetts; competitive salary and benefit package
• Reports to: President & CEO
• Schedule: Mon.-Fri. normal business hours; occasional nights/weekends

The Associate Director of Programs is responsible for the planning and execution of key organizational initiatives that encompass education, public policy, outreach, and events. Working in close collaboration with the President and staff, the Associate Director manages mission-critical programs that elevate the MCFL brand and enhance its visibility across the state. Day to day, the Associate Director’s efforts will advance the organization’s priorities, increase its membership, electoral influence, and, indirectly, result in a steady development revenue increase.

Job duties:

• Program management: 50% – Manage and grow MCFL Action Teams and related projects (i.e., Safe Haven signage, Baby Boxes, fetal model event(s), organizing member information and building strong relationships with volunteers to deepen their organizational loyalty, satisfaction, and willingness to contribute; exercise grassroots leadership).

• Event planning: 25% – Manage and increase participation in MCFL’s Young Adult Chapter; generate activity for interested members in areas outside Greater Boston, including Central and Western Massachusetts, Cape Cod, and the North Shore; serve as staff liaison for Chapter-led projects.

  • Prepare for and attend local events when possible, which may include the following:

    • The Big E

    • State House/Advocacy events; rallies

    • Statewide men’s and women’s conferences

    • Annual fundraising banquet

    • Young adult meetups

    • Virtual events

  • Accommodate requests for pro-life speakers and issues training by presenting in person.

• Marketing and content development: 25% – Write shareable web and magazine articles that tell the story of grassroots action; increase social media engagement on personal or MCFL platforms.

  • Develop content that helps constituents understand proposed legislation, its implications, and how they can act to support or oppose bills; promote and encourage participation in legislative hearings and other policy events; lobby state legislators and local officials, with or without constituents, and tell the stories of such endeavors through MCFL’s magazine and digital platforms.

  • Develop ideas, relationships, and strategies for increasing the effectiveness of MCFL programming, leveraging pro-life contacts across Massachusetts.

  • Collaborate with staff on various projects, including legislative research.

  • Keep accurate records of metrics, group activity, and leadership contact information in our CRM database systems.

  • Communicate and collaborate across the organization to achieve consistency in messaging and ensure the long-term growth and success of MCFL.

Skills:

• Education: BA/BS required

• Experience: Some experience volunteering within the pro-life movement; 2–5 years of successful project coordination and volunteer management experience

• Computers: Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications; familiarity with Google Workspace and CRM database systems preferred

• General: Ability to prioritize assignments and exercise effective time management skills; must be comfortable in a remote setting and independent work environment while exercising initiative and self-confidence. Must have reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and the ability to travel frequently, though not more than 2 days per week, within the state.

Special skills/requirements:

• Understand and support MCFL’s pro-life vision, mission, goals, and objectives

• Effective written and oral communication skills that can be adapted

• Strong detail-oriented production skills, including the ability to proof accurately

• Ability to manage multiple projects at once, set priorities, and meet deadlines

• Interest in solving problems, thinking creatively, and acting independently

• Willingness to train on new systems and advance within the organization

• Sound judgment, budgetary, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to devise strategies from appropriate data and advise leadership accordingly

• Sense of humor and appreciation for laughter as a workplace asset are must-haves

Interested? 

Submit your resume and a cover letter to: [email protected]