Director of Mission Advancement - YMCA

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in our community through your work? Join the YMCA, where a better us starts with you! We are looking for an experienced and self driven Director of Mission Advancement to work with our Chief Development Officer in leading our fundraising efforts and help us serve our community better. Continue to grow your proven philanthropic leadership skills, donor relations, and event coordination and make a difference every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement a plan for a successful Annual Giving Campaign consistent with the annual fundraising best practices and Association guidelines.

• Maintain all aspects of the Development plan, including calendar, goal setting, organizational charts, stewardship plan, volunteer recruitment, donor cultivation/awareness tours, and key performance indicators.

• Coach, mentor and train staff on best practices including volunteer development and training, solicitation of donors, and coordination of staff roles in branches served.

• Oversee Major Gifts Portfolio, using the moves management system; oversee the major gifts relations plan as it relates to the assigned Branch Executives, and update weekly.

• Maintain a portfolio of qualified “major donor” prospects for cultivation, solicitation and stewardship

• Serve as staff liaison to Board members, advisory council, key stakeholders, campaign volunteers and donors.

• Manage campaigns through use of Daxko software and Mobile Cause*, including pledge entry, tracking, production of essential reports, and other required software management related to the success of the Annual Giving Campaign.

• Act as Event Coordinator for association kickoff, report meetings, celebrations, and other special events.

• Coordinate donor recognition and thank-you efforts in conjunction with marketing and branch staff.

• Attend staff meetings and training sessions.

• Model the YMCA core values.

• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

• Three or more years of professional experience with a proven and successful background in fundraising required (in the YMCA or another not-for-profit preferred).

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to relate effectively to diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community.

• Working knowledge of giving and charitable vehicles.

• Excellent written and verbal skills.

• Ability to create interpretive materials to enable potential donors to understand the YMCA and how they contribute to the achievement of its mission.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other software programs, as well as the ability to use most office equipment is required.

• Must be highly organized with the ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks, while doing so autonomously.

• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of information.

Why Join Us?

• Enjoy a loving, enthusiastic work culture focused on community impact.
• Benefit from comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans.
• Receive paid time off, mileage reimbursement, employee discounts, and ongoing training.

Location: Metro Office 301 W 6th St, Chattanooga, TN 37402, USA

Ready to be part of a dynamic team making a difference? Apply now to become our next Director of Mission Advancement and help us build a better community together!

A BETTER US STARTS WITH U!
Imagine going to work knowing that what you do each day positively impacts people’s lives. We are seeking to add new members to our team who are motivated and committed to serving others. Whether you are experienced or not, we will provide the resources and training needed for you to grow and succeed. If you want more than just a job – if you’re looking to discover a sense of purpose and opportunities to contribute to the greater good – then the Y is the place for you. Join us!