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title: Director Development at Deep End Talent Strategies
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| **Company** | Deep End Talent Strategies |
| **Location** | Indianapolis, IN |
| **Salary** | $70K/yr - $80K/yr |
| **Type** | Full Time |
| **Posted** | Nov 07, 2026 |

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## Description

# ***Our client, Foster Success, is growing its team!***

## **Position Overview**

The Director of Development (DoD) will be based in Indiana, with required statewide and some national travel. The DoD will serve as a senior fundraising leader responsible for growing philanthropic revenue through individual giving, corporate partnerships, and strategic fundraising initiatives.

This position works closely with the Chief Development & Communications Officer (CDCO) to develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies that support Foster Success’s strategic priorities and long-term sustainability.

The ideal candidate is a highly relational fundraiser who excels at being donor-centered, a self-starter in identifying opportunities, building meaningful partnerships, crafting compelling cases for support, and securing transformational investments.

This role reports directly to the Chief Development & Communications Officer (CDCO). This position supervises the Assistant Director of Donor Relations.

## **Primary Responsibilities**

**Individual Giving**

- Lead the Individual Giving program and manage a portfolio of donors and prospects.
- Cultivate, solicit, and steward donors with gift-making capacity up to $10,000 annually.
- Develop and execute individualized donor engagement strategies with the Assistant Director of Donor Relations.
- Conduct regular donor meetings to move donors through the donor cycle process.
- Partner with the CDCO on major gift solicitations and leadership-level donor strategies.
- Identify opportunities to upgrade annual donors into major gift supporters.
- Support planned giving identification and relationship development.

**Corporate & Community Partnerships**

- Develop and manage relationships with corporate partners and community organizations.
- Identify sponsorship, volunteer engagement, cause-marketing, and philanthropic opportunities.
- Create customized partnership proposals aligned with Foster Success priorities.
- Lead sponsorship strategy and revenue generation for organizational events and initiatives.
- Steward corporate relationships throughout the year through impact reporting, recognition, and engagement opportunities.
- Represent Foster Success within the business community and professional associations.

**Team Leadership & Strategy**

- Supervise and support the Assistant Director of Donor Relations.
- Establish, with support from the CDCO, annual fundraising goals for Individual and Corporate giving, performance metrics, and professional development plans.
- Support the Asst. Director of Donor Relations in establishing goals and performance metrics on donor retention, donor relations/stewardship, and volunteer engagement.
- Partner with the CDCO to establish fundraising priorities, strategies, and revenue goals.
- Contribute to annual budget development and revenue forecasting.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and donor-centered philanthropy both internally and externally.
- Embrace innovation, thoughtful risk-taking, and continuous improvement.

**Stewardship & Engagement**

- Support the Assistant Director of Donor Relations in developing and overseeing comprehensive stewardship strategies that improve donor retention and lifetime value.
- Support the Assistant Director of Donor Relations in the planning and execution of events.
- Ensure timely donor acknowledgment, reporting, and impact communications.
- Partner with the Program and Marketing & Communications teams to create compelling donor-facing content.
- Utilize storytelling, program outcomes, and participant experiences to demonstrate impact.

**Data Management & Fundraising Operations**

- Maintain accurate donor records and prospect activity within Salesforce and Tableau.
- Monitor fundraising performance and pipeline activity.
- Analyze donor trends and giving patterns to inform strategy, and pivot when needed.
- Support the Asst. Director of Donor Relations in preparing fundraising reports and dashboards for leadership and board review.
- Ensure compliance with organizational policies and ethical fundraising standards.

## **Position Requirements**

- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Minimum 5–7 years of progressive fundraising experience.
- Demonstrated success in individual giving and managing donor portfolios.
- Experience cultivating corporate and foundation partnerships.
- Experience supervising staff and managing fundraising goals.
- Experience in speaking to small and large groups conveying mission and needed support.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with CRM systems, preferably Salesforce.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating across departments.

## **Preferred**

- CFRE or CFRM credential or pursuit of certification.
- Experience working with youth-serving organizations.
- Experience managing comprehensive fundraising programs.
- Knowledge of planned giving and donor-advised funds.
- Experience in sponsorship development and grant management.

## **All Foster Success employees are required to:**

- Display a strong commitment to the inclusion of all individuals in the workplace.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures outlined in the Foster Success employment agreements and the organizational Handbook, including all confidentiality requirements for all client information.
- Proficiency in computer skills and experience with and knowledge of relevant software, particularly Salesforce, Zoom, Google, and Microsoft Products.
- Have access to a secure and reliable internet connection.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes some weekends and/or evenings in order to meet responsibilities of this position and organizational goals.
- Must have reliable transportation for work-related travel.
- All team members are required to pass a background check and undergo fingerprint screening.

## **Competencies**

Candidates will be evaluated on the following competencies during the selection process, reflecting our values of Equity & Inclusion, Innovation, Impact, and Collaboration:

**Relationship-Based Fundraising**

Builds authentic relationships with donors, corporate partners, foundations, volunteers, and community leaders. Creates meaningful opportunities for supporters to connect with Foster Success’s mission and impact.

**Fundraising Strategy & Revenue Growth**

Develops and executes strategies to grow individual giving, corporate partnerships, sponsorships, foundation support, and other philanthropic revenue. Identifies opportunities, manages donor pipelines, and helps advance long-term sustainability. Successfully manage multiple priorities, donor portfolios, and special projects while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of organization an attention to detail.

**Equity & Inclusion**

Approaches fundraising with a commitment to equity. Ensures donor engagement and fundraising practices honor the dignity, strengths, and lived experiences of young people with foster care experience.

**Leadership & Collaboration**

Provides clear direction, coaching, and accountability to development staff. Works closely with program, finance, marketing and communications, and executive leadership to align fundraising efforts with organizational priorities.

**Data, Strategy & Problem-Solving**

Uses donor data, giving trends, and revenue projections to inform fundraising strategy. Maintains strong systems, accurate records, and ethical fundraising practices while bringing creativity and a solutions-focused approach to new opportunities.
## Skills

- Customer Lifetime Value (Ltv)
- Zoom (Video Conferencing Tool)
- Salesforce
- Supervision
- Performance Measurement
- Planning
- Storytelling
- Corporate Partnerships
- Relationship Building
- Tableau (Business Intelligence Software)
- Confidentiality
- Customer Relationship Management
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Collaboration
- Donor Engagement
- Planned Giving
- Fundraising
- Grant Management
- Leadership
- Government Contracting
- Revenue Forecasting
- Ability to Work Independently
- Communication
- Budget Management
## Benefits

- Professional Development
- Flexible Work Schedules

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