As a senior leader in the YMCA of Greensboro, the VP of Philanthropy provides strategic leadership across all fundraising channels including annual giving, corporate partnerships, government and foundation grants, endowment and planned giving, special events, and capital/comprehensive campaigns. The VP of Philanthropy is a key leader with the CEO in developing an actively engaged fundraising volunteer board of directors, and in positioning the YMCA as a "charity of choice" for the investment of donations within the local community. The VP of Philanthropy serves as staff liaison to the Board Development Committee, is a key leader in strategic planning, and leads the development and realization of the Y's case for philanthropic support. The VP of Philanthropy is responsible for developing and implementing the YMCA of Greensboro's fundraising strategies and initiatives and will lead the growth of annual campaign contributions to $1MM per year as well as a future capital campaigns. In addition, every position in the YMCA of Greensboro is responsible for carrying out our promise to strengthen the foundations of community with focus on Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility while upholding our values of caring, honesty, respect and responsibility.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent; Master's degree preferred. Seven or more years of professional experience with a background in fundraising in the YMCA or another non-profit preferred. Track record of success in growing annual fundraising support as well as securing foundation and government grants. Marketing and Communications experience preferred. Working knowledge of giving and charitable vehicles required. Ability to create interpretive materials to enable potential donors to understand the YMCA and how they contribute to the achievement of its mission. Knowledge of the media and its use in gaining exposure for YMCA events and programs Demonstrated success in closing major gifts ($50,000+) and leading or playing a senior role in a capital or comprehensive campaign. Ability to relate to top community leaders and diverse groups of people from all social and economic segments of the community. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer for extended periods of time and be able to communicate using a computer and phone/smart device. The employee frequently is required to sit and reach, and must be able to move around the work environment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.