What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Mission Advancement position at Fayette County Family YMCA?
Job Title: Director of Mission Advancement
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer
Position Summary:
This position focuses on the development and advancement of The Y’s mission through programs and services based upon our three pillars: Youth Development, Healthy Living, and Social Responsibility. This position will further develop existing programs/services, as well as foster new relationships and collaborations for future services. As a key and integral employee of the Y, the Director of Mission
Advancement will work closely with the other departments to foster a culture of co-creation and provide consistency and uniformity to The Y’s programs and services
Essential Functions
- Integrate into the community for relationship building and representation of The Y and its mission fulfillment.
- Lead, or assist when needed, the mission of the YMCA through presentations, social media and direct communication with donors, prospective donors, social organizations, and other local opportunities.
- Promotes successful marketing campaigns in correlation with our programs, annual/capital campaign, and strategic plan.
- Foster and further develop connections that aid in the direction of the Strategic Plan and The Y’s mission.
- Further develop or create mission driven services.
- Attend certain YUSA sponsored trainings and conferences for continued education and consistent and up to date knowledge of The Y and its mission.
- Assist in the research and acquisition of grants and other avenues of funding.
- Assists and sometimes lead in YMCA fundraising activities and special events.
- Works closely with CEO to relay information from staff to members and members to staff.
- Communicate a positive attitude to all members, program participants and staff.
- Oversees the facilitation of the Wellness Department.
- Accept additional responsibilities and perform other duties as assigned and deemed appropriate in order to help the YMCA accomplish its Mission.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $36,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Vandalia, IL 62471: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Development & Major Gifts Occupations: 1 year (Preferred)
- Marketing: 1 year (Preferred)
- Research: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: One location