Chief Development Officer

YWCA of Lubbock

Lubbock, TX

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Analysis Skills, Brand Marketing (Branding), Brand Messaging, Budget Management, Business Strategy, Communication Skills, Community Relations, Community Support, Corporate Funding, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems, Dance, Database Administration, Donor Development, Donor Relations, Email Campaign, Event Management, Fundraising, Grant Administration/Management, Grant Writing, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Multiplatform/Cross-Platform, Multitasking, Nonprofit, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Management, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, Revenue Growth, Sales Pipeline, Set Goals, Social Media, Software Development, Stewardship, Storytelling, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Trend Analysis, User Documentation, Vision Plan, Volunteer Management, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Lubbock, TX

POSTED

23 days ago

YWCA of Lubbock
Job Description
Chief Development Officer (CDO)

Position Summary
The Chief Development Officer (CDO) is a senior leadership role responsible for driving revenue growth, strengthening positive brand awareness, and advancing the mission of the YWCA of Lubbock. This position leads all fundraising, grant development, donor relations, marketing, communications, and development-related events. The CDO plays a key role in telling the YWCA story—internally and externally—by highlighting the organization’s impact within the Lubbock community.

The CDO works collaboratively with the CEO, Board of Directors, staff, volunteers, sponsors, and community partners to ensure sustainable financial growth and heightened community engagement.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Fundraising & Revenue Growth

Develop and execute a comprehensive development strategy to achieve annual and long-term revenue goals.
Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and community partners.
Expand and manage donor pipelines, including major gifts and recurring donors.
Track, analyze, and report fundraising performance and donor trends.

Grant Writing & Application Management

Oversee efforts to research, identify, and pursue new grant opportunities aligned with YWCA programming and mission.
Assist in writing, submitting, and managing all grant proposals and applications.
Build and maintain strong relationships with grant funders and foundations.

Donor Relations & Stewardship

Oversee donor stewardship strategies, including acknowledgments, reporting, and engagement activities.
Maintain donor databases and ensure accurate tracking of gifts, communications, and relationships.
Collaborate with leadership and board members on donor engagement and cultivation opportunities.

Marketing, Communications & Brand Awareness

Provide strategic oversight and leadership to the Marketing Director, ensuring all marketing and communications efforts align with the YWCA of Lubbock’s mission, development goals, and organizational strategy.
Oversee marketing and communications initiatives to elevate the YWCA of Lubbock’s visibility, credibility, and community impact.
Ensure consistent and mission-aligned brand messaging across all platforms, including website, social media, email campaigns, print materials, and public relations through collaboration and guidance of the marketing team.
Guide the development of compelling storytelling, including success stories, impact reports, and key messaging that effectively highlights YWCA programs, outcomes, and community influence.
Serve as a spokesperson for the organization as needed.

Events & Community Engagement

Plan, oversee, and execute internal and external YWCA events that support fundraising and brand awareness, including:
- Women of Excellence
- Father Daughter Dance
- Cocktails & Couture
Manage event budgets, sponsorships, timelines, vendors, and volunteer coordination.
Ensure events reflect the mission and values of the YWCA and provide meaningful engagement for attendees and sponsors.

Leadership & Collaboration

Serve as a key member of the organization’s leadership team, contributing to strategic planning and organizational growth.
Collaborate with program staff to align development efforts with program impact.
Engage and support the Board of Directors and committees related to development and marketing.
Mentor and manage development-related staff and volunteers as applicable.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing, business, or related field preferred.
Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in nonprofit development, fundraising, or advancement, with increasing leadership responsibility.
Proven success in grant writing, donor cultivation, and event-based fundraising.

Core Competencies & Values Alignment

Commitment: Ability to demonstrate unwavering dedication to the YWCA mission by pursuing sustainable revenue growth and long‑term community relationships that advance organizational impact.
Leadership: Ability to provide strategic, collaborative leadership that inspires staff, board members, donors, and community partners to support the YWCA’s vision and goals.
Integrity: Ability to uphold the highest ethical standards in fundraising, grant management, communications, and donor stewardship through transparency, accountability, and trust.
Compassion: Ability to engage donors, stakeholders, and the community with empathy and respect while authentically and dignifiedly sharing the stories of those served by the YWCA.
Strong grant writing, storytelling, and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and public speaking abilities.
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans.
Experience in marketing, branding, and communications.
Strong organizational and project management skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
Proficiency with donor databases, CRMs, and Microsoft Office or similar tools.
Passion for the YWCA mission and commitment to advancing equity and community impact.

Work Environment
This role operates in a professional office environment with regular interaction across multiple departments and facilities. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to support organizational needs.

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
FLSA Status: Exempt
Classification: Full-Time, Senior Leadership

About the Company

YWCA of Lubbock

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