Director of Development

Socket.dev; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

YWCA Greater Lafayette seeks a dynamic Director of Development to lead fundraising, donor engagement, outreach, communications, and development efforts with the CEO and Board. The role focuses on cultivating relationships and advancing the organization’s mission through planned giving, grants, and events.

You will oversee a team, collaborate across departments, and drive strategies to expand resources and visibility for the YWCA’s programs and services in the Lafayette community.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years in development, fundraising, marketing, or related field.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience developing and executing fundraising, development, or outreach strategies.
• Strong public speaking, written communication, planning and organizational skills.
• Grant writing or grant administration experience is valued.
• Experience with donor management or similar databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an annual development plan aligned with goals and strategy.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual and institutional donors.
• Strengthen donor retention and grow annual, major gift, and planned giving programs.
• Build and maintain relationships with supporters.
• Track donor activity and analyze trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Promote a culture of philanthropy and donor stewardship.
• Assist with grant research, writing, administration and reporting.
• Support revenue-generating opportunities and special projects.

Skills

Donor relations

Fundraising

Communication

Public speaking

Relationship building

Planning & organizing

Community engagement

Grant writing (valued)

Marketing/outreach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Nonprofit/Philanthropy/Communications/Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Director of Development

YWCA Greater Lafayette

Department: Administration
FLSA Status: Full-Time, Exempt
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Salary Range:$75,000-$80,000

YWCA Greater Lafayette is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

YWCA Greater Lafayette is seeking a dynamic, creative, and relationship-driven Director of Development to lead the organization’s fundraising, donor engagement, outreach, communications, and development efforts.

This is a key leadership position for someone who enjoys building relationships, telling an organization’s story, creating opportunities for community engagement, and developing the resources needed to advance an important mission. The Director of Development works closely with the CEO, Board, Leadership Team, staff, donors, community partners, and volunteers to strengthen YWCA Greater Lafayette’s impact throughout the community.

What You’ll Do

Development & Donor Relations

• 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.

Outreach, Communications & Events

• 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.

Leadership & Administration

• Serve as an active member of the YWCA Greater Lafayette Leadership Team.
• Work closely with the CEO, Board, staff, and organizational committees to advance development and outreach priorities.
• Manage department staff and contracted vendors to ensure work is completed accurately, consistently, and on time.
• Partner with YWCA committees related to development, outreach, events, and community engagement.
• Help connect organizational priorities with the resources and relationships needed to support them.

What We’re Looking For

Preferred Experience

• 7-10 years of related experience in development, fundraising, marketing, sales, community engagement, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain professional relationships with a wide variety of individuals and organizations.
• Experience developing and executing fundraising, development, marketing, or outreach strategies.
• Strong public speaking, written communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Experience with grant writing or grant administration is strongly valued.
• Experience using donor, contact management, or similar database software.

Skills & Qualifications

• Strong relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and appropriately handle confidential or sensitive matters.
• Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing deadlines.
• Detail-oriented, accurate, and comfortable adapting to changing priorities.
• Ability to take initiative, solve problems, and work with limited supervision.
• Collaborative leadership style and ability to work effectively across teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Valid driver's license and personal automobile insurance coverage consistent with organizational requirements.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Nonprofit Management, Philanthropic Studies, Communications, Marketing, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Why This Role Matters

The Director of Development plays an important role in ensuring YWCA Greater Lafayette has the relationships, resources, visibility, and community support necessary to carry out its mission. This position is an opportunity to help shape how the YWCA engages its supporters, tells its story, and builds sustainable resources for the future.

A criminal conviction check is required for employment in this position.

YWCA Greater Lafayette is an Equal Opportunity and Affidative Action Employer committed to achieving a diverse workforce.