Development Director: Donor Relations & Community Impact

YWCA Greater Lafayette; Lafayette, Northern (IN, KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

YWCA Greater Lafayette is seeking a dynamic Director of Development to lead fundraising, donor engagement, outreach, communications, and development efforts. This leadership role works closely with the CEO, Board, Leadership Team, staff, donors, community partners, and volunteers to strengthen impact and advance the mission.

The Director of Development builds relationships, tells the organization's story, and creates opportunities for community involvement while developing resources to support

Qualifications

• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and handle confidential matters.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with multiple priorities.
• Detail-oriented and adaptable to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an annual development plan aligned with goals.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors.
• Strengthen donor retention and increase giving across programs.
• Coordinate communications, outreach, and community engagement efforts.
• Oversee annual marketing and communication strategies and events.

Skills

Relationship-building

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Independent judgement

Leadership

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Nonprofit/Philanthropic Studies/Communications/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

YWCA Greater Lafayette is seeking a dynamic Director of Development to lead fundraising, donor engagement, outreach, communications, and development efforts. This leadership role works closely with the CEO, Board, Leadership Team, staff, donors, community partners, and volunteers to strengthen impact and advance the mission.

The Director of Development builds relationships, tells the organization's story, and creates opportunities for community involvement while developing resources to support