Director of Community Development

Summary: The Director of Community Development serves as the primary storyteller and a frontline fundraiser for BGCNIC. Reporting directly to the Chief Strategy & Development Officer, this role bridges fundraising, community networking, donor cultivation, marketing, social media management, and multi-channel fundraising campaigns.

This high-visibility role is designed for a dynamic communicator who excels at translating the energy of our Clubs into compelling digital and print narratives. From partnering with videographers and photographers to crafting social media content, designing campaigns, and representing BGCNIC at community events, this position drives both organizational awareness and revenue growth.

BGCNIC serves 3,000 children ages 5-18 at 30+ sites across northern Indiana through summer and before and after-care programming, with a strong focus on social and emotional learning, college and workforce readiness, and academic enrichment to ensure every child has a chance to meet his or her potential.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Frontline Fundraising & Community Engagement Outward-Facing Ambassador: Actively represent BGCNIC at community events, networking functions, and corporate gatherings to expand organizational visibility. Portfolio & Mid-Level Cultivation: Build, manage, and actively cultivate a portfolio of individual, corporate, and prospective donors through direct outreach, Club tours, coffee meetings, and consistent touchpoints. Corporate & Community Partnerships: Work with Community Engagement Coordinator to cultivate partnerships with local businesses, civic groups, and corporate partners to secure sponsorships, match gifts, and giveback initiatives. Events & Networking: Lead donor engagement efforts surrounding special events, utilizing gathering opportunities to convert attendees into recurring supporters.
2. Campaign Design & Annual Giving Campaign Strategy: Conceptualize, design, and execute annual campaign initiatives, leading the development and promotion of Giving Tuesday, Year-End appeals, monthly giving, and more. Multichannel Appeals: Oversee the Annual Giving Calendar across direct mail, email marketing, digital platforms, and social media to ensure strong messaging and campaign ROI.
3. Impact Reporting, Stewardship & Communications Stewardship Touchpoints: Design and execute a stewardship strategy that delivers tailored, meaningful touchpoints throughout the donor lifecycle (e.g., anniversary calls, personalized video updates, behind-the-scenes Club visits). Impact Writing & Storytelling: Author compelling impact reports, quarterly donor updates, annual report content, and custom gift stewardship packages that translate Club data and youth success stories into inspiring narratives. Site Leader Engagement & Content Gathering: Build relationships with Site Leaders to regularly source authentic Club stories, photos, program highlights, and member accomplishments that showcase the impact of donor support and bring the organization's mission to life. Social Media & Digital Presence: Direct donor-facing digital communications and social media platforms. Craft engaging content, campaign highlights, and donor spotlights to increase digital footprint and drive online giving.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience: Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Communications, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience) paired with 3–5+ years of progressive fundraising, community relations, or development experience. Campaign & Direct Response Track Record: Proven experience designing and running successful multichannel fundraising drives (Giving Tuesday, Year-End direct response/email campaigns, and monthly giving programs).

Frontline Affinity: Proven comfort and enthusiasm for networking, public speaking, cold outreach, and building authentic relationships in community settings. Strong Storytelling & Writing Skills: Exceptional written communication skills with demonstrated experience crafting impact reports, donor appeals, stewardship letters, and engaging social media content.

Strategic Database Use: Ability to pull lists, run reporting dashboards, and log donor interaction notes within a CRM (Bloomerang/Give. Butter). Mission Alignment: Deep passion for youth development and the mission of the Boys & Girls Clubs. Skills and Abilities: Must be self-motivated, competitive, creative, personable, and detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal skills.

Strong emphasis on solution-based thinking, positivity, and ability to execute. Team player who is ethical, transparent in communication, and treats colleagues, Club members, and their families with the highest level of respect. Must be able to pass any and all required background screens and drug screens at any time.

Salary Range: $60,000- $70,000 The starting salary for this role will reflect the candidate's relevant experience and qualifications. Status: Full-time Exempt with benefits Work Hours: Monday-Friday days, some evening and weekend requirements DISCLAIMER: The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of employees in this classification.

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