Development Director: Fundraising & Community Impact

YWC; Terre Town (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

YWCA Greater Lafayette, located in Indiana, seeks a dynamic Director of Development to lead fundraising, donor engagement, outreach, communications, and development efforts. This role partners with the CEO, Board, leadership team, staff, donors, and volunteers to advance the mission.

The position emphasizes relationship-building, storytelling, and developing resources, with a focus on annual plans, major gifts, grants, and communications strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Nonprofit Management, Philanthropic Studies, Communications, Marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience with grant writing or grant administration is strongly valued.
• Experience using donor, contact management, or similar database software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an annual development plan aligned with organizational goals and the YWCA’s strategic plan.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual and institutional donors.
• Strengthen donor retention and increase individual giving through annual, special, major gift, and planned giving strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with current and prospective supporters.
• Track and analyze donor activity and development trends to measure effectiveness and identify opportunities for growth.
• Promote a culture of philanthropy and strong donor stewardship throughout the organization.
• Assist with grant research, writing, administration, and reporting.
• Support and coordinate other revenue-generating opportunities and special projects.
• Provide leadership and oversight for YWCA Greater Lafayette’s communications, outreach, and community engagement efforts.
• Oversee the development of annual marketing and communication strategies.
• Establish goals and Key Performance Indicators for communications and event activities.
• Oversee agency outreach efforts, including the website, social media, print materials, media releases, and other communications.
• Lead and support signature fundraising, outreach, and awareness events.
• Work with the Leadership Team to identify opportunities to promote YWCA programs, services, and events.
• Help ensure donor and supporter information is accurately maintained and utilized for relationship building and recognition.

Skills

Relationship-building

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent judgment

Confidentiality

Time management

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Initiative

Collaborative leadership

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Driver’s license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Nonprofit Management/Philanthropic Studies/Communications/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

YWCA Greater Lafayette, located in Indiana, seeks a dynamic Director of Development to lead fundraising, donor engagement, outreach, communications, and development efforts. This role partners with the CEO, Board, leadership team, staff, donors, and volunteers to advance the mission.

The position emphasizes relationship-building, storytelling, and developing resources, with a focus on annual plans, major gifts, grants, and communications strategy.