Director Of Development

Young Professionals of Henderson County; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical, Dental, Vision

Wellness program with rewards

403(b) Retirement Plan with employer 


Disability insurance

Pet Insurance

Competitive wages

Job summary

WNCSource is seeking a visionary Development Director to lead fundraising, donor stewardship, grants, and strategic marketing; a key member of the executive team shaping growth and community impact for Western North Carolina families.

The role requires at least 3 years in fundraising leadership, proven success in major gifts and grant writing, and the ability to mentor a team. We offer a competitive compensation package and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of management experience and fundraising leadership.
• Demonstrated success in securing major gifts and leading campaigns.
• Experience in grant writing and stewardship enhancements.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a comprehensive development plan.
• Build and sustain donor relationships and solicit new support.
• Oversee grant research, proposals, compliance and reporting.
• Direct marketing and brand messaging to elevate visibility.
• Lead and mentor development staff with clear performance metrics.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor Cultivation

Grant Writing

Marketing & Communications

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field

Master’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, Social Science, or related field

Job description

Position Summary

WNCSource is seeking a visionary, strategic, and results-driven Development Director to lead our financial growth and deepen our community impact.

As a vital member of our executive leadership team, you will shape and execute all aspects of fundraising, donor stewardship, grant acquisition, and strategic marketing. The ideal candidate will blend a passion for community impact with a sophisticated understanding of donor cultivation, transforming milestones into meaningful, lasting support for the individuals and families we serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Fundraising: Design and execute a comprehensive annual development plan targeting individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations.
• Donor Cultivation & Stewardship: Build meaningful, long-term relationships with existing donors while actively prospecting new supporters.
• Grant Management: Oversee the end-to-end grant process, including research, proposal writing, compliance, and reporting.
• Marketing & Communications: Direct marketing campaigns and brand messaging to elevate organizational visibility across Western North Carolina.
• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor development staff, establishing clear performance metrics and fostering a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education & Experience (Either Combination):

• Option A: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field, plus a minimum of 3 years of management experience.
• Option B: Master’s Degree in Business, Public Administration, Social Science, or a related field.

Core Track Record

• At least 3 years of dedicated professional fundraising and development experience.
• Demonstrated success in securing major gifts, leading capital or annual campaigns, and writing winning grant proposals.

Why Join WNCSource?

Benefits

At WNCSource, we empower individuals and families in Western North Carolina to achieve self-sufficiency. We invest in our employees with a competitive compensation package and robust benefits:

• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, a Free Employee Clinic, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and a wellness program with rewards
• Financial Security: 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching, plus Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Perks: Pet Insurance and competitive, excellent wages