Sr. Director of Development - YWCA of the City of New York

The YWCA of the City of New York (YWCA NYC) is on a mission to eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. We are a multiracial women’s social justice organization dedicated to addressing issues that emerge at the intersection of race, class and gender. Founded in 1858, the YWCA NYC is the first YW in the United States and part of an international movement of YWs worldwide. We currently serve 1,500 New York City school children by providing leadership, STEAAM and advocacy training for young women citywide through our high school Girls Initiatives, and Out-of-School Time (OST) programs for elementary and middle school students in culturally diverse communities in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

The Director of Development and Communications will be joining the organization during an exciting time of expansion and growth. Reporting to the CEO and in partnership with the Board Development Committee, the Director will oversee and drive fundraising efforts in support of the annual growth plan. The successful candidate will be experienced in major donor fundraising, grant writing, events planning and strategic communications. In addition, the incumbent will be aligned with the YWCA NYC’s overarching mission and bring a new level of creativity and innovation to the organization.

Primary Responsibilities

Partner with the CEO and management team to drive strategic initiatives and support the development of the YWCA NYC’s long-term growth plans, including:
Plan and manage efforts to accomplish organizational fundraising goals, with a focus on securing increased revenue from corporate partnerships, foundations, government sources and major donors
Increase the individual donor pool and identify new funding sources.
Analyze the nonprofit landscape and make recommendations based on emerging trends
Build and maintain a comprehensive donor database
Lead and manage fundraising and communications efforts for the YWCA NYC through donor cultivation and target communications, direct gift solicitation, grant writing, and the deployment of public engagement strategies
Leverage familiarity with CRM nonprofit software, including prospect research tools, donor databases and other fundraising technology to support the evolution of the YW approach to donor and fund management.
Increase the YWCA NYC’s visibility and exposure through social media platforms, written communications, and public relations activities
Serve as the point person for current and potential donors, including major donors, corporations, government, and foundations
Oversee the annual Salute fundraiser and other donor cultivation events
Devise and manage the agency’s communication strategies, including brand management, web content, newsletters, annual report, and presentations as needed
Work alongside the CEO to represent and promote the organization to communities served, foundations, corporations, major donors, and other strategic partners
Collaborate with senior program directors to identify funding opportunities for new initiatives and help articulate the value proposition of our programming to external audiences
Lead and manage a team of associates and consultants

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree or CFRE certification preferred
10+ years of experience as a development professional with extensive communications experience
Proven experience in building relationships and articulating the needs of the communities we serve
Experience in foundation research and grant writing
Outstanding interpersonal, verbal, written and digital communication skills
Direct social media planning and content management expertise and various communication tools
Experience with CRM and related donor technology to support the evolution of the YWCA NYC’s approach to fund management going forward
Excellent time management and flexibility with job duties; team player mentality
Creative approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement; familiarity with design thinking
Possesses an entrepreneurial mindset; able to work both individually and as a team player
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and assignments from ideation to completion in a fast-paced environment
Passion for social justice and the overarching mission of the YWCA NYC

HQ Office Location:

50 Broadway, 22nd Floor

New York, New York 10004

Role Location:

HQ or Remote (in NYS)

The position is Full-time and Exempt.

Benefits we offer:

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
YWCA Retirement Plan
403(b) Plan
Paid time off
UNUM Voluntary insurance (Additional Life, Life AD&D, Dep. Life)
FSA and employer funded HRA dollars to spend towards out of pocket health costs

To Apply: Please submit a resume and a cover letter that addresses your qualifications and ability to fulfill the responsibilities outlined above, as well as your salary requirements, to [email protected].

The YWCA of the City of New York is an equal opportunity employer and contractor. We provide equal employment and contracting opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.