Development Director

Job Description

Position Type: Full-Time
Location: Hybrid with travel
Salary: Competitive salary plus bonus, commensurate with experience
Benefits: Health insurance stipend, 20 PTO days and 8 paid holidays

ABOUT VOICES FOR LIFE
Voices for Life is a nonprofit organization that mobilizes and empowers pro-life activists to end abortion in their communities through frontline witness, compassionate outreach, and vigilant enforcement of the law.

POSITION SUMMARY
The Development Director is responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to advance the mission of Voices for Life. The Development Director is required to travel within Indiana and occasionally to other states as Voices for Life expands its
programs and partnerships. This position reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Fundraising & Strategy
- Develop and execute an annual fundraising plan with measurable revenue goals, fundraising activity benchmarks, donor retention targets, and timelines. Regularly evaluate performance, report results to leadership, and adjust strategies as needed.
- Set and track goals with the COO for individual giving, monthly giving, grants, sponsorships, and events.
- Cultivate and solicit gifts from individuals, foundations, and businesses.
- Prioritize being in the field to develop relationships with current and potential donors.
- Develop and execute fundraising plans for organizational events, including sponsorship recruitment, table-host cultivation, donor follow-up, and attendance goals.
- Research, write, and manage grant proposals and reports.
- Collaborate with the communications team to develop compelling fundraising materials and digital campaigns.
- Represent Voices for Life at networking events and community gatherings.
- Stay current on fundraising trends in the non-profit community.

Donor Relations & Stewardship
- Build authentic, long-term relationships with donors through personal outreach and engagement.
- Evaluate and evolve the current donor stewardship plan.
- Maintain accurate donor records and gift tracking within DonorPerfect.

QUALIFICATIONS
- Deep personal commitment to the mission and values of Voices for Life and the pro-life cause.
- Bachelor's degree in communications, nonprofit management, business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, donor relations or direct sales.
- Demonstrated success in securing major gifts and leading fundraising campaigns.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to travel within Indiana and to other states as needed.
- Maintain the confidentiality of donor, organizational, and other sensitive information in accordance with organizational policies and applicable agreements.
- [Preferred] Proficiency with DonorPerfect, Asana, and Google Workspace or ability to learn.

IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a proactive, results-oriented fundraising professional who can independently develop and execute a comprehensive development strategy. This person combines strong donor relationship skills with strategic planning, disciplined follow-through, and the ability to identify and pursue new revenue opportunities. They are comfortable setting measurable goals, evaluating fundraising performance, and adjusting their approach to
strengthen long-term financial sustainability. They thrive in a small, mission-driven nonprofit where initiative, adaptability, and collaboration are essential.

HOW TO APPLY
Submit your resume and a cover letter to Jackie Appleman at appleman@voicesforlife.com. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About the Employer

Voices for Life mobilizes and empowers pro-life activists to end abortion in their communities through frontline witness, compassionate outreach, and vigilant enforcement of the law.