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Director of Development

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Indianapolis, IN, USA
Full-time

As a key member of the YMCA Association’s fundraising team, the Director of Development will provide staff leadership and be an integral part of a staff and volunteer team committed to advancing the mission of the YMCA by increasing contributed resources and creating a donor-centered philanthropic culture. The Director of Development will assist the Senior V.P. & CDO in guiding the Association’s capital fundraising efforts including campaign solicitation assignments of $25,000 or more, developing communication plans and staging campaign-related events.

Areas of Responsibility: 
  • Primary responsibilities include assisting with capital campaign strategy, managing a portfolio of capital and major gift donors and prospects and directing center staff and volunteer leaders in major gifts. 
  • The Director will also demonstrate experience in developing concepts, collaborations, and resources; articulating a vision; influencing others; and responding to multiple priorities.
Educational Background: 
BA/BS degree in Non-Profit Management or related field, CFRE preferable,
Skills/Experience: 
  • This position requires a minimum seven years of successful professional and administrative experience with the YMCA or similar not-for-profit organization and an understanding of the philosophy and nature of the YMCA.  Because of the nature of the position, it requires a clear understanding and successful record of accomplishment in applying proven practices related to a donor-centered financial development process, including major gift campaigns, cultivation, solicitation and stewardship.  An understanding of corporate sponsorships, major gifts development, capital campaigns, and planned giving efforts is also important.
  • Because of the wide scope and diversity of responsibilities, the position calls for a person of maturity and good judgment with sound human relationship skills, broad vision, organizational abilities, flexibility, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.  The position also requires demonstrated experience in developing concepts, collaborations, and resources; articulating a vision; influencing others; and responding to multiple priorities.
  • The staff accountability is to the Senior Vice President & Chief Development Officer for achieving mutually accepted performance goals and adhering, interpreting, and administering policies, practices, and procedures established by the Association Board of Directors.
Compensation/Benefits: 

Salary: $58,793.82 - $73,493.04

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Mar 19 2018
Active Until: 
Apr 20 2018
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit