Development Director at Central Ohio Youth for Christ

Columbus, Ohio, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fundraising, Donor Relations, Strategic Planning, Budget Management, Marketing Communications, Grant Writing, Planned Giving, Leadership, Donor Cultivation, Branding, Data Management, KPI Tracking, Stakeholder Engagement, Team Management, Public Relations, Financial Stewardship

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

GOAL To advance the mission and vision of Central Ohio Youth for Christ by mobilizing financial and relational resources that sustain and expand our ministry impact. This is accomplished through a comprehensive development strategy focused on identifying, cultivating, and inviting individuals and organizations to become committed champions of our mission. ---------------------------------------- KEY OBJECTIVES * Provide leadership, management, and accountability for all Development staff and functions * Achieve annual fundraising goals in alignment with the approved budget * Strengthen and steward donor relationships through intentional engagement strategies * Oversee branding, marketing, and communications to ensure mission clarity and consistency * Ensure integrity and effectiveness of donor data systems and reporting * Lead and support core development areas: events, grants, planned giving, and donor relations * Collaborate as an active member of the Shared Services Director Team ---------------------------------------- SPECIFIC DUTIES LEADERSHIP, MANAGEMENT & ACCOUNTABILITY (LMA) * Ensure execution of the annual Development Work Plan and achievement of KPI goals * Maintain updated job descriptions, training plans, policies, and performance metrics for all team members * Conduct regular supervision (minimum twice monthly) and annual performance reviews * Set and document annual goals through the Review and Refocus process * Develop volunteer teams to support events and strategic initiatives * Manage departmental budget responsibly and within approved limits * Maintain and annually update the Development Plan (submitted by March 30) ---------------------------------------- FUNDRAISING & REVENUE DEVELOPMENT * Partner in setting annual fundraising goals and budget projections * Achieve or exceed revenue targets across all funding streams * Grow planned giving to ensure long-term financial sustainability * Maintain cost efficiency to maximize net ministry impact ---------------------------------------- DONOR ENGAGEMENT & CULTIVATION * Design and implement strategies to identify and acquire new donor prospects * Cultivate meaningful relationships through events, communication, and personal engagement * Clearly communicate ministry vision, impact, and financial needs * Invite individuals into deeper involvement as donors, volunteers, and advocates * Develop donors into long-term champions of both the ministry and the broader Kingdom mission ---------------------------------------- BRANDING, MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS * Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing and communications plan * Ensure brand consistency across all platforms and materials * Oversee media, digital presence, and external messaging * Manage print, social media, web, and electronic communications strategies ---------------------------------------- DONOR DATA & SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT * Maintain accurate and high-quality donor records and reporting systems * Ensure compliance with organizational and financial policies * Oversee donor platforms, giving systems, and data integration with accounting * Conduct annual IT and data security review in partnership with IT leadership ---------------------------------------- DEPARTMENT OVERSIGHT * Provide leadership and accountability for: * Grants * Planned Giving * Events * External Communications * Donor Relations ---------------------------------------- ORGANIZATIONAL LEADERSHIP * Actively participate in Management and Shared Services Director Team meetings * Contribute to annual budgeting and strategic planning processes * Submit growth-focused initiatives to expand Development outcomes * Foster a collaborative, anti-silo culture across departments ---------------------------------------- SPIRITUAL RESPONSIBILITIES * Consistently represent and uphold the mission, values, and beliefs of COYFC * Engage in and lead spiritual activities such as prayer, devotionals, and worship * Ensure all communications reflect Christ-centered integrity and character * Seek God’s guidance in decision-making, donor relationships, and ministry direction * Communicate Biblical foundations in a thoughtful and respectful way, especially with those of differing beliefs

Responsibilities

Lead the development strategy to mobilize financial and relational resources to sustain and expand the ministry's impact. Oversee fundraising goals, donor engagement, branding, and the management of development staff and data systems.