Vice President of Development

YMCA of Southern Nevada - Las Vegas, NV

Full-time - Senior

Las Vegas, NV

Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations

About the position

The YMCA of Southern Nevada is seeking a seasoned fundraiser to lead its financial development initiatives. The Y is one of the oldest and largest nonprofit organizations in Southern Nevada, serving over 60,000 individuals through hundreds of impactful programs each year. We are committed to helping people of all ages, abilities, backgrounds, and incomes - ensuring everyone has an opportunity to reach their full potential and that no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. From childcare to senior programs; sports to education; fitness centers to evidence-based health interventions; and swim lessons to feeding the hungry, the Y is truly for all in its cause of strengthening communities. The Las Vegas Valley is one of the nation's fastest-growing regions, but it faces significant challenges such as limited access to quality childcare, education, recreation, and preventative healthcare. The Y is uniquely positioned to address these issues, and the head of financial development plays a crucial role in making this possible. Excluding occasional capital campaigns and planned giving, the YMCA of Southern Nevada currently raises approximately $1.5 million in annual giving (largely unrestricted gifts from individuals, corporate sponsorships, and corporate and foundation grants) and $1.5 million in government grants each year. As Vice President of Development, you'll be at the helm of these transformative and diverse fundraising initiatives, driving efforts to maintain current contributed revenue levels and gradually increase annual giving to $2 million. You'll lead two full-time staff, work hand-in-hand with the Chief Executive Officer, and collaborate with staff at all levels to expand our current philanthropic achievements and empower the Y to reach new heights.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with staff at all levels to understand the needs of the organization and work with the CEO to develop strategic fundraising priorities and execution plans.
• Research and analyze data on the current and emerging community problems the organization is primed to help solve.
• Utilize various modes to identify individuals, corporations, foundations, and government grants that align with the organization's strategic fundraising priorities.
• Utilize Bloomerang to grow and manage a database of 2,370 identified donors and donor prospects.
• Cultivate and maintain meaningful relationships with donors and donor prospects.
• Support the CEO with the ongoing recruitment, management, and development of the organization's governing Board of Directors.
• Maintain and adhere to a calendar of solicitation deadlines.
• Present the organization's impact and needs in a manner that aligns with donor prospects and inspires their financial support.
• Lead the planning and successful execution of donor cultivation events and fundraising events annually.
• Oversee donor engagement efforts to include appreciation initiatives and ongoing relationship management.
• Collect, monitor, analyze and report grant data and donor interactions.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of grant implementation plans and compliance requirements.
• Ensure donor invoices and program reports are submitted on-time and accurately.
• Attend donor/grantor trainings and meetings.
• Develop required documents to comply with periodic donor/grant audits/monitoring.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience leading fundraising efforts in nonprofits with an annual fundraising goal of at least $1 million.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university strongly preferred.
• Master's degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, or related field is a plus.
• Certified Fund-Raising Executive (CFRE) credential preferred.
• Proven ability to tell a compelling story that inspires financial support.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and proven ability to build strong relationships.
• Strong strategic and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze and present information.
• Detail-oriented with a proven ability to manage complex tasks.
• Strong writing, mathematical, communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Intermediate proficiency with common computer software required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with grant/donor management software (e.g., Bloomerang, ZoomGrants, ePage, BoardEffect) preferred.

Benefits

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.