Vice President- Development & Communications (VP DVCOM)

Job Summary

Vice President of Development & Communications at St. Francis Children’s Center in Milwaukee, WI. Salary is commensurate based on experience.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the President/CEO, this role shapes and advances SFCC’s philanthropic strategy, community presence, and voice. It involves building relationships with donors and community leaders, elevating the organization’s story and impact, and strengthening a growing development function.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead major gift officer managing 50-75 high-capacity donors
• Grow a comprehensive fundraising program (major gifts, annual fund, corporate, foundation, planned giving, and grants management)
• Re-engage lapsed donors and expand a growing pipeline
• Partner with the CEO and Board of Directors on donor strategy and engagement
• Lead and coach an emerging development and communications team of three
• Lead and coach an emerging development and communications team of three
• Build systems, metrics, and processes to support long-term growth
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing, values-aligned team culture
• Serve as a visible ambassador in Milwaukee’s philanthropic and civic community
• Build partnerships that strengthen SFCC’s reach and reputation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, business administration, or a related field is required; or a master’s degree is preferred
• 10+ years of progressive nonprofit fundraising experience
• Proven success personally managing major donor relationships and closing five- and six-figure gifts
• Experience leading comprehensive development programs
• Oversight of grants
• Strong partnership experience with CEOs and Boards of Directors
• Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) designation preferred, or pursuit of certification
• Knack for leveraging donor CRM systems to manage relationships, track engagement, and inform data-driven fundraising strategy; familiarity with Bloomerang or similar platforms is a plus

Qualifications

• Natural ability to balance data, detail, and clarity with action
• Ability to build systems while staying flexible and responsive
• Ability to move quickly, adapt, and innovate when needed
• Ability to simplify complexity and remove barriers
• Ability to thrive in a role that requires both structure and agility

Skills

• Strategic discipline
• Relational warmth
• Data-driven fundraising strategy
• CRM system proficiency

Benefits & Compensation

Comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 403(b) with employer match, generous paid time off and holidays, life insurance, professional development opportunities, and tuition discount for children enrolled in SFCC programs.