Director of Development & Fundraising

Do you enjoy building relationships, connecting people to meaningful work, and confidently asking for support to move a mission forward? Are you someone who can independently drive outreach, set meetings, and turn conversations into real funding support? If you’re looking for a role where you can directly grow revenue and strengthen long-term sustainability for a mission-driven organization, we encourage you to apply. As the Director of Development & Fundraising, you will lead Central Community House’s fundraising and donor engagement efforts, with a focus on expanding corporate and individual giving while strengthening long-term sustainability. This is an autonomous role where you will set strategy and execute fundraising, marketing, and events directly in a lean team environment. You will serve as a key member of the Leadership Team, working closely with the Executive Director to build relationships, diversify and grow revenue, and increase community investment in the organization. In addition, as the Director of Development & Fundraising you will: Drive proactive outreach, set meetings, and build relationships with donors, corporate partners, and community stakeholders Lead donor conversations and confidently make and close funding asks to grow corporate sponsorships, major gifts, and individual giving Oversee donor stewardship and maintain strong, ongoing relationships Independently develop and execute fundraising strategy, including creating and leading campaigns, donor engagement initiatives, and fundraising events end-to-end (strategy, messaging, outreach, logistics, execution, and follow-up) Lead and execute fundraising and marketing efforts in a lean environment, owning both strategy and day-to-day implementation Serve as a key member of the leadership team, stepping in to support day-to-day operations, keep initiatives moving forward, and provide guidance to staff in the absence of senior leadership Track fundraising progress, manage pipelines, and provide reporting and analysis on development efforts Strengthen fundraising systems and processes, including donor records and reporting in tools such as Bloomerang Collaborate on budgeting, projections, and revenue tracking to support organizational goals Qualifications: 3–5 years of experience in fundraising, development, donor relations, or related work Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred, or equivalent experience Demonstrated success in relationship-building, donor outreach, and making funding asks, with the ability to engage diverse communities with cultural competence and an inclusive mindset Experience in nonprofit or mission-driven environments preferred Comfort working independently while also building strong relationships across staff, volunteers, and community stakeholders Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience with donor databases/CRM systems (Bloomerang preferred) and fundraising reporting tools Ability to lead by example, support staff as needed, and step in across functions in a small team environment Ability to manage multiple priorities and work both strategically and hands-on with a high level of professionalism, initiative, accountability, and commitment to the mission of Central Community House At Central Community House, we believe in the power of community. It is our mission to empower people to reach their full potential, be self-supporting, and live cooperatively with others. We do this by building community that meets the needs and nourishes the creative aspirations of one another. Within our neighborhood-based community center, people of all ages come together to learn, play, share their gifts and find assistance when needed. We work to break the cycle of poverty by providing resources, connection, and support that build stronger, more resilient communities. That’s why we operate a neighborhood-based community center in the Near East neighborhood of Columbus that offers free, comprehensive programming and community services to create a sense of community for all. Learn more: What we offer: Full-time, exempt position Salary of approximately $80,000, based on experience Opportunity to build and grow a development function with clear impact on the organization’s future Collaborative, community-focused leadership team If you are excited about building relationships, driving new revenue, and confidently advancing a mission through fundraising and community partnerships, apply online or send your compensation requirements and resume to [insert email address]. Employer is EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. #J-18808-Ljbffr