Job Title: Director of Development and Communications
Status: Full-Time (Salaried, Exempt)
Salary Range: $70,000 – $80,000 annually
Reports To: President and CEO
Department: Administration
Supervises:
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Housing and Grants Manager
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Marketing Associate
The Director of Development and Communications leads the YMCA of Yonkers fundraising, external relations, and communications strategy. This role is responsible for generating new revenue, strengthening a sustainable donor base, and increasing organizational visibility and community engagement.
This is a senior leadership role focused on building and operationalizing the YMCA’s development function. The position drives strategy, systems, and relationships necessary to support long-term financial sustainability and growth.
The Director oversees fundraising efforts across grants, individual giving, corporate partnerships, and special initiatives, while also leading communications and public-facing strategy. This role works closely with the President and CEO and Board of Directors to advance development priorities and expand the YMCA network of supporters.
This position requires a hands-on, entrepreneurial approach with a strong focus on relationship building, revenue generation, and measurable outcomes.
At the Y, our work is rooted in three key areas:
Achievement: Empowering youth and families to build skills and long-term success
Relationships: Strengthening connections among residents, families, and community partners
Belonging: Creating inclusive environments where all individuals feel valued and supported
Fundraising and Revenue Development
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Lead the organization’s fundraising strategy, execution, and performance outcomes
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Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan aligned with organizational priorities
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Oversee fundraising across grants, individual giving, corporate sponsorships, and special initiatives
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Drive an annual fundraising goal of $500,000 to $750,000 in new revenue
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Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with donors, funders, and partners
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Build and manage a pipeline of funding opportunities
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Establish systems and processes to support long-term development growth
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Monitor performance and ensure progress toward revenue targets
Grants Strategy and Oversight
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Lead identification and pursuit of funding opportunities
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Provide strategic oversight of grant development and submissions
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Ensure alignment between funding opportunities and program priorities
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Coordinate with internal teams to support successful grant applications and renewals
Communications, Media, and Public Relations
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Serve as the primary contact for external communications and media relations
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Develop and oversee organizational messaging and branding
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Lead creation of marketing materials, reports, and storytelling initiatives
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Supervise the Marketing Associate in executing communications strategies
Board Development Committee and External Relations
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Serve as staff lead for the Board Development Committee
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Support planning, execution, and accountability of fundraising initiatives
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Engage Board members in donor cultivation and fundraising efforts
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Prepare reports and materials for Board and committee meetings
Leadership and Supervision
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Supervise the Housing and Grants Manager and Marketing Associate
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Establish expectations for data tracking, reporting, and communications
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Ensure alignment between fundraising strategy and program reporting
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Foster a collaborative and accountable team environment
External Partnerships and Representation
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Represent the YMCA in meetings with funders, partners, and stakeholders
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Build and maintain relationships with community organizations and leaders
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Expand the YMCA’s visibility and presence in the community
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Communication and Influence
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Fundraising and Relationship Management
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Strategic Thinking and Execution
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Program and Project Management
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Leadership and Team Development
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Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred or equivalent experience
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5–7 years of experience in fundraising, development, or communications
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Proven success in securing funding and meeting revenue targets
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Experience building or expanding fundraising systems or donor pipelines preferred
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Experience working with donors, institutional funders, and corporate partners
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Experience working with Boards or Board committees preferred
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Experience with CRM systems (Daxko Core or similar preferred)
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to represent the organization effectively in external settings
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Experience supervising staff and managing cross-functional initiatives
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Bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred
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Work performed in office and community settings
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Attendance at meetings, events, and external engagements required
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Occasional evening or weekend work required
This role is central to advancing the YMCA of Yonkers mission by building the relationships, systems, and resources needed to support long-term growth and community impact.
If you are a strategic, results-driven leader with a passion for community development, we encourage you to apply.
