Director of Development

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Job Description

Job Description
Do you want your work to make a meaningful difference in communities across the state? Are you looking for a mission-driven role where history, culture, and impact intersect? Would you enjoy collaborating with passionate people to protect places that matter?
 
Our client, Indiana Landmarks, is seeking a strategic and mission-driven leader to serve as their Director of Development to advance the vision and mission of Indiana Landmarks.
 
This role will be the architect and driver of a high-performing, statewide revenue strategy that furthers the mission of historic preservation. As a key member of the team, the Director of Development will lead a dynamic development operation, cultivate transformative partnerships, and inspire broad philanthropic support – from major donors to grassroots champions. 

Why You’ll Love It: 
Salary Range: $100,000 – $115,000 annually.
We may consider a higher salary for exceptionally qualified candidates. Placement within the range is based on experience and qualifications.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, and a retirement plan with match, and more.
Work-Life Balance: Twelve paid holidays and generous vacation time, and staff appreciation days.
Impactful Work: Extraordinary opportunity to shape the future of an organization that preserves historic sites.
Supportive Environment: Work with a team that values your contributions and supports your professional growth, serve as a thought leader, and help develop a strong team. 
 
What You’ll Do: 
Strategic Revenue Leadership  
  • Develop and execute a comprehensive, multi-channel fundraising strategy aligned with organizational goals and the strategic plan. 
  • Cultivate a culture of philanthropy across staff, the Board of Directors, and volunteers. 
  • Lead annual revenue forecasting and long-term planning, identifying opportunities for innovation and growth. 
  • Ensure legal and policy compliance across all development functions.  
  Stewardship, Donor, and Partnership Development   
  • Identify and expand corporate sponsorships, major donors, prospects and partnerships, leveraging networks for high-impact collaboration. 
  • Lead grant process, which could include prospecting, writing, submission, and compliance reporting.
  • Maximize CRM and donor management systems to optimize donor engagement.
Internal Collaboration & Community Engagement 
  • Represent Indiana Landmarks as a visible and effective spokesperson in collaborative initiatives with various Indiana Landmarks organizations, media, partners, donors, and the public.   
  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing development team.  
 What We’re Looking For: 
  • Personal passion for the mission of Indiana Landmarks. 
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred.
  • Equivalent experience in cultural institutions, education, or nonprofit work helpful. 
  • Public speaking experience and comfort representing the organization to external audiences.
  • Strong strategic planning, budget development, and financial analysis skills; ability to drive measurable results and adapt to change.
  • Experience in proposal writing, fundraising campaigns, and donor communications.
  • Demonstrated success in personally securing significant gifts and maximizing gift potential.
  • Experience with CRM/donor management systems preferred.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel across the state.
Indiana Landmarks is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to the goal of building a culturally diverse staff committed to working in a multicultural environment. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital  status, disability, neurodiversity, age, parental status, socio-economic background, military service, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law.  

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Location:
Indianapolis
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Non Profit

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