Development Director

Key Objectives

To advance the mission and vision of Central Ohio Youth for Christ by mobilizing financial and relational resources that sustain and expand our ministry impact. This is accomplished through a comprehensive development strategy focused on identifying, cultivating, and inviting individuals and organizations to become committed champions of our mission.

Specific Duties

• Leadership, Management & Accountability (LMA): Ensure execution of the annual Development Work Plan and achievement of KPI goals. Maintain updated job descriptions, training plans, policies, and performance metrics for all team members. Conduct regular supervision (minimum twice monthly) and annual performance reviews. Set and document annual goals through the Review and Refocus process. Develop volunteer teams to support events and strategic initiatives. Manage departmental budget responsibly and within approved limits. Maintain and annually update the Development Plan (submitted by March 30).

• Fundraising & Revenue Development: Partner in setting annual fundraising goals and budget projections. Achieve or exceed revenue targets across all funding streams. Grow planned giving to ensure long-term financial sustainability. Maintain cost efficiency to maximize net ministry impact.

• Donor Engagement & Cultivation: Design and implement strategies to identify and acquire new donor prospects. Cultivate meaningful relationships through events, communication, and personal engagement. Clearly communicate ministry vision, impact, and financial needs. Invite individuals into deeper involvement as donors, volunteers, and advocates. Develop donors into long-term champions of both the ministry and the broader Kingdom mission.

• Branding, Marketing & Communications: Develop and execute a comprehensive marketing and communications plan. Ensure brand consistency across all platforms and materials. Oversee media, digital presence, and external messaging. Manage print, social media, web, and electronic communications strategies.

• Donor Data & Systems Management: Maintain accurate and high-quality donor records and reporting systems. Ensure compliance with organizational and financial policies. Oversee donor platforms, giving systems, and data integration with accounting. Conduct annual IT and data security review in partnership with IT leadership.

• Department Oversight: Provide leadership and accountability for: Grants, Planned Giving, Events, External Communications, Donor Relations.

• Organizational Leadership: Actively participate in Management and Shared Services Director Team meetings. Contribute to annual budgeting and strategic planning processes. Submit growth-focused initiatives to expand Development outcomes. Foster a collaborative, anti-silo culture across departments.

Spiritual Responsibilities

• Consistently represent and uphold the mission, values, and beliefs of COYFC. Engage in and lead spiritual activities such as prayer, devotionals, and worship. Ensure all communications reflect Christ-centered integrity and character. Seek God’s guidance in decision-making, donor relationships, and ministry direction. Communicate Biblical foundations in a thoughtful and respectful way, especially with those of differing beliefs.