Vice President of Development & Marketing at Boys and Girls Clubs of North Central Illinois
South Elgin, Illinois, United States -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

20 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Fundraising, Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Major Gifts, Capital Campaigns, Donor Engagement, Team Leadership, Relationship Management, Strategic Planning, Sales Acumen, Communication Skills, Negotiation Skills, Data Integrity, Brand Awareness, Digital Presence, Coaching

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description
Description Role Summary The Vice President of Development & Marketing is a senior executive responsible for driving transformational revenue growth and elevating brand visibility for BGCNCIL. This leader will oversee all fundraising, business development, and marketing strategies with a goal of achieving $25 million annually within three years—more than doubling current revenue. The VP will lead major gifts, capital campaigns, private donor giving, fee-based school partnerships, and marketing initiatives that amplify the organization’s mission and impact. This role will manage a high-performing team of 5–10 professionals and ensure strategic alignment between development and marketing efforts. Key Responsibilities Revenue Leadership Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to achieve $25M annually. Lead major gift cultivation and solicitation, capital campaigns, and private donor engagement. Drive business development initiatives, including fee-based school partnerships. Expand corporate, foundation, and individual giving programs. Lead donor stewardship and acknowledgment efforts to inspire sustained and increased giving. Marketing & Brand Strategy Oversee all marketing and communications to strengthen brand awareness, visibility, and donor engagement. Develop integrated campaigns that support fundraising, capital initiatives, and program growth. Manage digital presence, social media, and storytelling to inspire donors, partners, and supporters. Ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment across all platforms and audiences. Strategic Growth Design and implement a roadmap to double annual revenue within three years. Identify and pursue new markets and mission-aligned growth opportunities. Partner with the President/CEO and Board to align development and marketing strategies with organizational goals and long-term sustainability. Team Leadership & Culture Recruit, lead, and build accountability for a team of 5–10 development and marketing professionals. Foster a culture of high performance, collaboration, accountability, and professional growth. Provide coaching and professional development to ensure team success. Relationship Management Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, partners, and community leaders. Serve as a trusted ambassador for BGCNCIL’s mission and vision. Operational Excellence Oversee development and marketing operations, including CRM systems, reporting, compliance, and data integrity. Ensure accurate forecasting, budgeting, and performance tracking. Monitor progress toward goals and adjust strategies based on data and results. Requirements Qualifications Proven track record of raising $10M+ annually; experience scaling to $25M+ preferred. Expertise in major gifts, capital campaigns, private donor giving, and integrated marketing strategy. Strong business development and sales acumen, including experience securing fee-based partnerships. Demonstrated success in strategic planning and driving significant revenue growth. Leadership experience managing teams of 5–10 with measurable performance outcomes. Exceptional relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills. Highly driven, results-oriented, and relentless in achieving goals. Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred. Core Competencies Strategic thinker and results achiever Relational and persuasive communicator Collaborative team leader and partner Resilient, adaptable, and mission-driven
Responsibilities
The Vice President of Development & Marketing will develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy to achieve $25 million annually while overseeing marketing and communications to strengthen brand visibility. This role includes leading a team of professionals and ensuring alignment between development and marketing efforts.
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