Director of Development & Fundraising

Career Opportunity: Director of Development and Fundraising with Gladden Community House in Columbus, OH

Are you a strategic relationship builder with a passion for advancing a meaningful mission? If you have the leadership and fundraising expertise to grow community support and create lasting impact, this opportunity may be for you.

Gladden Community House is seeking a 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 senior-level leader will cultivate donor and community relationships, guide annual and major-gift initiatives, oversee fundraising communications and marketing, and help advance Gladden's strategic plan and mission.

As the Director of Development & Fundraising, you will

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy encompassing 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 that promote Gladden's mission, programs, services, and fundraising initiatives.
• Use data and reporting tools to monitor results, identify trends, guide strategy, and maintain accurate, valuable CRM.
• Ensure compliance with legal and ethical fundraising practices.
• Serve as a knowledgeable ambassador for Gladden, build mutually beneficial community partnerships, and represent the organization at public events.
• Contribute to Gladden's strategic direction, trusted brand, positive reputation, and collaborative culture, with the potential to manage team members.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, humanities, social sciences, or 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.
• A 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.
• Experience with nonprofit boards, fundraising events, grant writing, proposals, business cases, or CRM systems is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary range of $85,000-$95,000 annually
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan and life insurance
• Paid holidays, three personal days, and generous vacation time
• Accrued sick leave with rollover, subject to plan limits