VP Financial Development - National Office (Remote)

The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations of the United States of America; Chicago (IL); Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Council of Young Men’s Christian Associations seeks a VP Financial Development to lead fundraising efforts across the U.S. This critical role involves nurturing donor relationships and developing strategies for major contributions, aligning closely with YMCA's strategic goals. Join a work-from-anywhere organization offering a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Benefits

Full benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision

Defined contribution plan (403(b) plan)

Life and disability insurances

Technology stipend

Generous paid time off

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in major and/or planned giving fundraising.
• Experience in estate planning, wealth management, or financial services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Direct fundraising efforts for large, multi-year donations.
• Cultivate relationships with corporations and high-net-worth individuals.
• Achieve yearly retention and upgrade goals for current donors.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Fundraising experience

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The VP Financial Development will direct the fundraising efforts focused on securing large, multi-year and long-term donations through cultivating relationships with identified corporations, foundation and high-net-worth individuals and developing major and planned giving strategies, all while ensuring alignment with the YMCA's strategic plan and resource development goals. Also, leads, plans, and implements strategies to achieve yearly retention and upgrade goals for current donors.

YMCA of the USA is a work from anywhere in the U.S. workplace

We offer a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, defined benefit plan (retirement savings), defined contribution plan (403(b) plan, life and disability insurances, technology stipend, and generous paid time off, all in a work from anywhere in the U.S. workplace.

• Strong leadership and management skills: Ability to lead, motivate, and support the professional development of key financial development staff and related leadership volunteers
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills: Ability to build strong relationships with donors, staff, and other potential donors and partners
• Proven fundraising experience: Extensive experience in major and/or planned giving fundraising
• Proven skills in working cross functionally and collaboratively to ensure alignment across full organization
• Knowledge of fundraising principles and best practices: Understanding of fundraising strategies, donor cultivation, and stewardship
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop effective solutions
• Bachelor's degree
• Experience in estate planning, wealth management, or financial services is a plus