Executive Brief

Director of Development and Communications
Asian Community Development Corporation

Asian Community Development Corporation (ACDC)

Founded in 1987, Asian Community Development Corporation (ACDC) is a nonprofit community development organization dedicated to creating and preserving vibrant, affordable neighborhoods for Asian American and low-income communities throughout Greater Boston. Established in response to the growing need for affordable housing in Boston’s Chinatown, ACDC has evolved into a multifaceted organization serving individuals and families across Chinatown, Malden, Quincy, and surrounding communities.

At the core of ACDC’s work is the development and preservation of affordable housing, with more than 400 affordable homes created or preserved since its founding. Its portfolio includes affordable rental and homeownership communities, mixed-income developments, and preservation projects, while its current development pipeline includes additional affordable housing in Boston and Malden. ACDC complements its real estate work with multilingual homeownership and financial wellness programs designed to help working-class families build financial stability and long-term wealth.

Beyond housing, ACDC takes a holistic approach to community development by investing in resident leadership, youth development, community organizing, and neighborhood advocacy. Through initiatives such as its Resident Leadership Academy and A-VOYCE youth leadership program, the organization equips residents and young people to participate in decisions shaping their neighborhoods and advocate for community needs. Together, these efforts reflect ACDC’s broader commitment to strengthening community power, preserving culturally significant neighborhoods, and ensuring that Greater Boston remains an inclusive place where people of diverse backgrounds and incomes can live, work, and thrive.

2025 Annual Report

ACDC – 2025 Annual Report

2025 - 2030 Strategic Plan

ACDC – 2025-2030 Strategic Plan

ACDC – Leadership Spotlight

Angie Liou – Executive Director

Angie Liou
Executive Director

Angie has been working in the affordable housing and community development field since 2004. Previously serving as ACDC's Director of Real Estate, Angie oversaw the asset management of ACDC’s portfolio of 300+ units, and was responsible for developing a pipeline of new projects for ACDC. She has worked as a consultant and project manager in Seattle and Philadelphia assisting nonprofits in providing safe and affordable housing. She has served as the project lead on over $95 million worth of projects. Angie received a Master of City Planning from the University of Pennsylvania with a concentration in Community Development. She received a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology at the University of Pennsylvania.

The Opportunity: Director of Development and Communications

ACDC – Director of Development and Communications – Job Description (PDF Download)

Position Summary

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned development leader who will collaborate with a supportive Executive Director and Board team as you establish a strong major donor program and create the development infrastructure to support the goals of our 5-Year Strategic Plan. The Director of Development & Communications will play a key role in building out a capacity campaign with a $2-3 million goal to support the organization’s expansion.

The Director of Development & Communications leads and manages all aspects of the organization’s fundraising and communications strategies. This role is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive fundraising and storytelling efforts that support the organization’s mission, programs, and long-term sustainability. The Director will supervise 2-3 staff members.

The Director of Development & Communications oversees multiple revenue streams, which include individual giving, major gifts, foundations, corporations, events, and campaigns. They provide leadership to development staff and partners, work closely with executive leadership and the board of directors, and ensure that fundraising systems, processes, and metrics are in place to support growth.

The ideal candidate is a strategic, relationship-driven leader with strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to inspire confidence among donors, staff, and volunteers.

Roles and Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy, Leadership, and Execution:

Foster a strong internal culture of philanthropy across the organization.
Develop and implement annual and long-term comprehensive fundraising strategies aligned with organizational goals, budgets, and priorities.
Oversee the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors.
Personally manage a portfolio of key donors and prospects, as appropriate to organizational size and structure (50+, smaller number of high-level prospects).
Develop and implement individualized donor engagement strategies, achieving an agreed-upon annual minimum of visits, virtual meetings, and phone/email communication visit contacts across the portfolio.
Lead or support capacity campaign planning and execution with campaign consultants and committee members, when applicable.
Oversee foundation, corporate and governmental relations to generate grant funding, event sponsorships, and other funding opportunities.
Supervise two to three full-time development and communications staff and relevant vendors or consultants.
Ensure effective use of the donor database (CRM) to track prospects, donor engagement, and performance metrics.
Establish and monitor key fundraising metrics, including donor retention, growth, and pipeline health.
Oversee development operations to ensure timely gift processing, acknowledgment, and reporting.
Perform other duties as assigned to support the success of the organization.

Communications:

Oversee content creation and distribution across ACDC’s communications channels.
Manage media relations by pitching stories, drafting and distributing press releases, and coordinating interviews.
Represent the organization in donor engagements, events, and community settings, to strengthen the organization’s philanthropic presence and reputation.

Board and Executive Partnership:

Partner closely with the Executive Director on fundraising strategy and donor engagement.
Engage, train, and support board members and committees in fundraising and donor stewardship.
Prepare fundraising reports and updates for monthly board meetings as needed.

Qualifications and Expectations

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
7+ years of progressive experience in fundraising, development, or related field.
Demonstrated success securing major gifts and managing complex fundraising efforts.
5+ years of experience managing staff and/or leading teams.
Strong strategic planning, organizational, and project management skills.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships with donors, board members, and partners.
Experience with donor databases (experience with Little Green Light a plus) and fundraising technology.
Experience in supporting or leading a capital or capacity campaign a plus.
Ability to work collaboratively across departments and independently when needed.
Ability and willingness to travel (primarily within Greater Boston).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite required; experience with Sharepoint a plus.
Genuine appreciation of the organization’s mission and the ability to communicate it authentically.

Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance and flexible spending account.
Paid time off: 15 vacation days per year, with an increase to 20 days after 3 years of service. 13 holidays plus the week between Christmas and New Year’s, 6 sick days, and 2 personal days per year.
3% Employer contribution with 1% additional match in 401k for eligible employees.
Optional flexible 4-day, 40-hour work week.

ACDC’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

ACDC is actively interested in ensuring that the organization represents a range of experiences and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. AA/ EOE

Work Environment

ACDC requires all staff to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19. Masks are optional in the office. This position requires three days in the Boston Chinatown office until further notice. The office is climate-controlled with heat and air conditioning and has operable windows. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required. Option provided to work some days in ACDC’s Downtown Malden office instead of Chinatown.

Applications & Nominations

Asian Community Development Corporation has partnered with Boyden. For more information about this opportunity or to submit a cover letter and resume, please email:

Lisa Vuona

Managing Partner, United States
Global Sector Co-Leader, Not-for-Profit

Lisa Vuona has decades of experience in executive search and human resource management, primarily in the non-profit, healthcare and education sectors. She is distinguished by her track record and network, and by her approach, which combines the strategic power of data with a finely tuned ability to understand the client’s organization and identify high-caliber leaders who fit the culture.

Jill Coran

Principal, United States

Jill Coran brings a broad foundation in human resources and executive search to our Boston team, enabling her to make valuable contributions to search assignments. She is adept at understanding client needs, researching and identifying high-level potential candidates, and shepherding the search process with integrity and professionalism. In searches for hard-to-fill roles, her tenacity is invaluable.

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