Director of Development & Fundraising

Strategic HR Client•Columbus, OH

About The Position

Gladden Community House is seeking a senior-level Director of Development & Fundraising to lead its comprehensive fundraising strategy and strengthen awareness of the organization throughout Central Ohio and beyond. Reporting to the President & CEO, this position cultivates donor and community relationships, guides annual and major-gift initiatives, oversees fundraising communications and marketing, and helps advance Gladden’s strategic plan and mission. The role may include managing team members. Gladden Community House is a settlement house serving Columbus’s Franklinton and near west side neighborhoods since 1905. Its programs serve thousands of neighborhood children and families, as well as Franklin County clients enrolled in homelessness prevention and family support services. The Director will help share Gladden’s history, impact, and vision while building partnerships and resources to sustain and grow its services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, humanities, social sciences, or a related discipline, or extensive relevant professional experience.
At least five years of experience in professional sales, nonprofit business development, community relations, or a related field.
Proven ability to develop and sustain long-term professional relationships.
Demonstrated nonprofit experience as an employee or volunteer and a genuine passion for mission-driven work.
Positive, engaging leadership and a collaborative, collegial approach.
Strong organizational, written, verbal, and relationship-management skills.
Proficiency with technology, databases, current applications, and social media.

Nice To Haves

Experience with nonprofit boards, fundraising events, grant writing, proposals, business cases, or CRM systems.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy covering corporate and foundation giving, annual campaigns, major gifts, planned giving, and special events.
Identify, research, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with individuals, corporations, foundations, and other high-potential donors.
Partner with the President & CEO, development staff, senior leaders, and colleagues across the organization to advance fundraising goals.
Collaborate with the Board of Directors to establish priorities, engage members in fundraising activities, and report on advancement progress.
Lead marketing and communications strategies promoting Gladden’s mission, programs, services, and fundraising initiatives.
Use data and reporting tools to monitor results, identify trends, guide strategy, and maintain an accurate, valuable CRM.
Ensure compliance with legal and ethical fundraising practices.
Represent Gladden as a knowledgeable ambassador, build mutually beneficial community partnerships, and attend public events.
Contribute to Gladden’s strategic direction, trusted brand, positive reputation, and collaborative culture.
Potentially manage team members.