Director of Development

The Director of Development is an instrumental member of the Development and Marketing team and is responsible for encouraging and directing a culture of philanthropy within The Villages and the community. This position is responsible for identifying, cultivating, and stewarding relationships with individuals to increase agency revenue through donations and awareness to deliver The Villages’ mission, vision, goals, and objectives.

The Director of Development will:

• Direct and manage the fundraising and donation operations including the annual campaign, appeals, recurring giving, planned giving, foundation and donor advised fund gifts, monetary and in-kind gifts, and special event fundraising components.
• Direct the expansion and diversification of fundraising channels to enhance donor participation and revenue generation.
• Perform all donation entry, exports, and maintain a secure and accurate nonprofit CRM database (Salesforce) with records of all donor’s information, preferences, pledges, donations, and sponsorships.
• Utilize the CRM database as a resource to manipulate and report giving data to the EVP of Development & Communications to collaborate on giving strategies, donor identification and cultivation, and stewardship.
• Produce monthly reports and perform ongoing financial reconciliations with the EVP of Development & Communications and the Finance and Accounting Departments.
• Direct and collaborate with the Development and Marketing team to produce fundraising content including direct mail pieces, fundraising email communications, annual appeals and campaigns, digital fundraising, impact and annual reports.
• Manage and collaborate with the Advisory Council to maximize fundraising efforts and agency impact.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, fundraising, business, or related field (with a focus on philanthropy preferred)
  • A combination of education and experience may be accepted
• Minimum of five years’ experience in fundraising or closely related field is required
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook
• Proficiency with office technology including software applications relative to the job including Salesforce or similar CRM

Preferred Credentials

• CFRE credential

The Villages of Indiana offers a team-oriented environment for case managers, social workers, and other child, family, and social services professionals with flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and benefits package.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. The Villages of Indiana, Inc. will honor all experiences, perspectives, and unique identities to create an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work. Together, The Villages strives to foster working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The Villages is Indiana’s largest private non-profit provider of Child and Family services, including Foster Care. The Villages champions every child’s right to a safe, permanent, and nurturing home. We are committed to strengthening all families and embracing the dignity and diversity of every child, youth and family served.