Director of Development & Fundraising

Gladden Community House; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan and life insurance

Paid holidays, personal days, and sick

Generous vacation time

Job summary

Gladden Community House in Columbus, OH is seeking a Director of Development & Fundraising to lead a comprehensive fundraising strategy and elevate the organization's visibility across Central Ohio and beyond. Reporting to the President & CEO, this senior role will cultivate donor relationships, guide annual and major gifts, oversee fundraising communications, and support Gladden’s strategic plan.

The Director will collaborate with leadership, board members, and volunteers to advance campaigns,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, humanities, social sciences, or related discipline, or extensive relevant professional experience.
• At least five years of experience in professional sales, nonprofit business development, community relations, or a related field.
• A proven ability to develop and sustain long-term professional relationships.
• Demonstrated nonprofit experience as an employee or volunteer and a genuine passion for mission-driven work.
• Positive, engaging leadership and a collaborative, collegial approach.
• Strong organizational, written, verbal, and relationship-management skills.
• Proficiency with technology, databases, current applications, and social media.
• Experience with nonprofit boards, fundraising events, grant writing, proposals, business cases, or CRM systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy.
• Identify, research, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with donors.
• Partner with CEO and leadership to advance fundraising goals.
• Collaborate with Board of Directors to set priorities and report progress.
• Lead marketing and communications strategies for fundraising.
• Monitor results with data, maintain CRM and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical fundraising practices.
• Represent Gladden at public events and build community partnerships.
• Contribute to strategic direction and team leadership as needed.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Staff leadership

Communication

Data analysis

CRM proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

Career Opportunity: Director of Development and Fundraising with Gladden Community House in Columbus, OH

Are you a strategic relationship builder with a passion for advancing a meaningful mission? If you have the leadership and fundraising expertise to grow community support and create lasting impact, this opportunity may be for you.

Gladden Community House is seeking a Director of Development & Fundraising to lead its comprehensive fundraising strategy and strengthen awareness of the organization throughout Central Ohio and beyond. Reporting to the President & CEO, this senior-level leader will cultivate donor and community relationships, guide annual and major-gift initiatives, oversee fundraising communications and marketing, and help advance Gladden’s strategic plan and mission.

As the Director of Development & Fundraising, you will:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy encompassing corporate and foundation giving, annual campaigns, major gifts, planned giving, and special events.
• Identify, research, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with individuals, corporations, foundations, and other high-potential donors.
• Partner with the President & CEO, development staff, senior leaders, and colleagues across the organization to advance fundraising goals.
• Collaborate with the Board of Directors to establish priorities, engage members in fundraising activities, and report on advancement progress.
• Lead marketing and communications strategies that promote Gladden’s mission, programs, services, and fundraising initiatives.
• Use data and reporting tools to monitor results, identify trends, guide strategy, and maintain accurate, valuable CRM.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical fundraising practices.
• Serve as a knowledgeable ambassador for Gladden, build mutually beneficial community partnerships, and represent the organization at public events.
• Contribute to Gladden’s strategic direction, trusted brand, positive reputation, and collaborative culture, with the potential to manage team members.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, humanities, social sciences, or related discipline, or extensive relevant professional experience.
• At least five years of experience in professional sales, nonprofit business development, community relations, or a related field.
• A proven ability to develop and sustain long-term professional relationships.
• Demonstrated nonprofit experience as an employee or volunteer and a genuine passion for mission-driven work.
• Positive, engaging leadership and a collaborative, collegial approach.
• Strong organizational, written, verbal, and relationship-management skills.
• Proficiency with technology, databases, current applications, and social media.
• Experience with nonprofit boards, fundraising events, grant writing, proposals, business cases, or CRM systems is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary range of $85,000–$95,000 annually
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan and life insurance
• Paid holidays, three personal days, and generous vacation time
• Accrued sick leave with rollover, subject to plan limits

About Gladden Community House:

Gladden Community House is a settlement house serving the Franklinton and near west side neighborhoods of Columbus, Ohio since 1905. Today Gladden’s programs serve thousands of neighborhood children and families as well as clients throughout Franklin County enrolled in our homelessness prevention and family support services.

The Director of Development & Fundraising will help share Gladden’s history, impact, and vision, while building the partnerships and resources needed to sustain and grow its essential services.