YWCA Central Alabama · 22 hours ago
Senior Director Fund Development and External Relations
Downtown - Birmingham, AL 35203
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expYWCA Central Alabama is a social justice organization dedicated to eliminating racism and empowering women. They are seeking a Senior Director of Fund Development and External Relations to lead fundraising strategies, manage donor relations, and support financial sustainability through community engagement and strategic planning.
Non-profit Organization Management
Responsibilities
Lead annual fundraising programs, events, and special initiatives; build sustainable partnerships and legacy giving opportunities
Oversee capital campaign activities and coordinate with Finance to ensure clear budget objectives
Develop and implement comprehensive fund development plans, including corporate and individual giving, major/planned gifts, grants, digital campaigns, and donor engagement strategies
Cultivate relationships with donors, partners, and key stakeholders in collaboration with the CEO and Finance leadership
Manage grant development, including strategy, prospecting, proposal writing, and compliance across government, foundation, and corporate sources
Conduct donor research to strengthen cultivation and solicitation strategies
Ensure department policies, procedures, and reporting systems are effective and up to date
Monitor budgets and financial performance for all fund development activities
Represent YWCA Central Alabama at community events and in external communications
Oversee team operations, staffing, training, performance, and professional development
Develop communication and engagement strategies to elevate the organization’s visibility and support fundraising goals
Maintain a high level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to the mission
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Minimum five (5) years of experience in fund development, government relations, or related fields; management experience required
Strong strategic thinking, communication, relationship-building, and critical thinking skills
Experience collaborating with executives, boards, and external stakeholders
Technology-savvy; familiarity with donor management or grant software preferred
Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally and regionally
Preferred
Advanced degree in business, law, public policy, or related field preferred
CFRE certification is highly desired
Company
YWCA Central Alabama
YWCA Central Alabama is a social justice organization dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Yolanda Sullivan
CEO
Veronica Horton
Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer
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