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Development Director

Austin, TX · On-site

$122.30K - $170.70K/yr

As a Development Director you will play a key leadership role on the Game Developer Experience Engineering team. You will help to lead the delivery of enterprise-wide Application Lifecycle Management ...

Development Director Who We Are: North Star's mission is to restore women from trafficking: for freedom. for life. and forever. Motivated by the love of Jesus, we work to end trafficking and to ...

Description Development Director Who We Are: North Star's mission is to restore women from trafficking: for freedom. for life. and forever. Motivated by the love of Jesus, we work to end trafficking ...

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Foundation Development Director Job Locations USA-MN-Crookston | USA-ND-Wahpeton | USA-MN-Ada Campus Name Benedictine Living Community-Crookston Category Philanthropy/Fund Development Position Type ...

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POSITION SUMMARY The Development Director is a key member of our fundraising team working to ensure the long-term sustainability of A Kid Again. This position is responsible for securing financial ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Development Director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Development Director, you need expertise in fundraising strategy, donor relations, and nonprofit management, often supported by a bachelor’s degree and experience in development or philanthropy. Familiarity with donor management systems (such as Raiser's Edge or Salesforce), grant writing, and event planning tools is typically required. Strong communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills help set outstanding professionals apart. These skills are vital for securing funding, sustaining organizational growth, and building lasting partnerships within the nonprofit sector.

What are some typical challenges a Developmental Director faces in nonprofit fundraising, and how can they be addressed?

Developmental Directors often encounter challenges such as donor fatigue, limited resources, and increased competition for funding. To address these issues, they develop creative engagement strategies, nurture long-term donor relationships, and leverage data-driven approaches to target fundraising efforts effectively. Collaborating closely with board members, staff, and volunteers also helps in expanding the organization's network and achieving fundraising goals. Staying adaptable and continuously learning about new fundraising trends are essential for success in this role.

What does a Developmental Director do?

A Developmental Director is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing fundraising initiatives for an organization, often within non-profits or educational institutions. They work to build relationships with donors, create fundraising strategies, and manage donor databases. Their goal is to secure financial support to advance the organization's mission, often by organizing events, writing grant proposals, and coordinating with staff and volunteers. Developmental Directors play a key role in ensuring the financial sustainability and growth of their organization.

What is the difference between Developmental Director vs Program Coordinator?

AspectDevelopmental DirectorProgram Coordinator
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Education, Social Work, or related field; experience in program developmentBachelor's degree often required; experience in program support or administration
Work EnvironmentLeadership role overseeing program development teams, strategic planningSupports program activities, manages logistics, assists in implementation
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, educational institutions, healthcare organizationsNonprofits, community organizations, educational programs
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding leadership and development roles in programsSupporting and coordinating program activities

The Developmental Director typically leads program development efforts, requiring strategic planning and leadership skills, while the Program Coordinator focuses on supporting and executing program activities. Both roles are essential in organizations but differ mainly in scope and responsibility.

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Youth Development Director

Youth Development Director

YMCA of South Hampton Roads

Chesapeake, VA • On-site

$42K - $45K/yr

Full-time

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
OUR CULTURE:
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day. We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Youth Development Director is responsible for providing Cause-Driven leadership to before and after school care, summer camp, School's Out camp, and teen programs. The Youth Development Director also assumes a leadership role in the annual support campaign. Day-to-day operations include staff supervision, fiscal control, program development, program area facility management/maintenance, marketing, and volunteer management. The Youth Development Director is also responsible for hiring, training and supervising and leading their staff team in superior levels of member service and engagement in accordance with the Association operating standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Division of Duties:
90% supervision and management of assigned licensed child care programs
10% leadership to Annual Giving and other association/department initiatives
Priorities:
  • Provides supervision and management to licensed child care programs, including, Before and After School, Summer Camp, School's Out Camp, and teen programs.
  • Ensures all program operations are consistent with association procedures, including emergency, insurance, accident, purchasing, personnel, accounting, and other administrative systems
  • Serves as the Program Director for assigned programs

The Youth Development Director must understand and be willing to learn the necessary skills required for the successful completion of duties including:
  1. Program Management and Operations
  2. Provides day to day management of program operations and staff
  3. Hires, trains, supervises and evaluates program staff
  4. Ensures assigned programs meet or exceed state licensing requirements
  5. Ensures assigned programs meet or exceed program quality standards
  6. Program Development and Membership Engagement
  7. Creates opportunities for members to form small communities and build meaningful relationships
  8. Provides strong leadership and support for attaining goals and objectives of the Association Strategic Plan
  9. Expands current Youth Development offerings with high quality programming in accordance with the Association operating guidelines
  10. Team Performance Towards Organizational Goals
  11. Recruits and trains program volunteers
  12. Participates in association cabinet meetings and training.
  13. Works collaboratively and in partnership with the association child care leaders to deliver on assigned responsibilities.
  14. Fundraising
  15. Participates in a successful annual support campaign. Active leadership required in staff giving and membership involvement
  16. Professional Development
  17. Maintains current CPR/AED/O2/First Aid and MAT certifications
  18. Attends trainings as required, including YMCA New Staff Orientation, blood borne pathogens and child abuse prevention training
  19. Attends mandatory staff meetings
  20. Follows the Code of Conduct established by the YMCA of South Hampton Roads
  21. Enthusiastic, positive, and motivating to children and peers
  22. Communicates the YMCA mission and objectives to the community
  23. Incorporates the five character values of the YMCA: Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility and Faith and promote the YMCA Mission
  24. All other duties as assigned

Requirements
LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES:
  • Functional Expertise
  • Communication & Influence
  • Developing Self & Others

QUALIFICATIONS:
The Youth Development Director will meet the qualifications set forth by the YMCA of South Hampton Roads and the Virginia Department of Education, Division of Child Care Health and Safety. Minimum qualifications include:
Meet the minimum qualifications for "Program Director" as defined by the VA Department of Social Services Division of Licensing, which include:
  1. Staff shall be in good character and reputation
  2. Capable of carrying out assigned responsibilities; capable of accepting training and supervision; capable of communicating with emergency personnel; and capable of communicating effectively both orally and in writing as applicable to the job responsibility.
  3. Meets a minimum age of 21 years or older
  4. A minimum of 48 credit hours from a college or university of which 12 credit hours are in child-related courses, plus 1 year of programmatic experience.

YMCA Team Leader Certification preferred
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Will be required to walk, stand, kneel, stoop, push, and lift up to 50 pounds
  • While performing duties the employee may occasionally work in the outside weather conditions, and is exposed to wet, cold and /or humid conditions
  • Continuous operations requiring attention to detail and multi-tasking
  • Will be exposed to cleaning supplies
  • Must be able to stand or sit for long periods of time
  • Must be physically able to successfully complete required certifications
  • During peak program seasons, may be expected to work night and weekend hours to meet program needs

BACKGROUND CHECKS:
An offer of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements of the position. They may include criminal background and reference checks, E-Verify, drug test, driver's license record, and/or a Child Protective Services Check (CPS). Additional driver's license check, CPS, criminal background check, alcohol, and/or drug testing may be required to be processed in the future in order to meet and/or maintain the requirements of this position.
ACCOUNTABILITY:
Accountable for completion of assigned goals as measured by the number of people served, cause driven measures, service satisfaction scores, operating results, and supervisor evaluation of assigned duties. Continuation of employment is contingent upon receipt of satisfactory results to meet minimum requirements for the position. They may include a background check, drug test, driver's license record, CPS, and/or Criminal Background check.
Salary Description
42,000-45,000