What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Development Kansas City position at Lutheran Family And Childrens Services Of Missouri?
Drive Lasting Change as Director of Development at LFCS – Help Shape Kansas City's Future!
Are you ready to be a game-changer in your community? At LFCS, we’ve been making a difference for 156 years, and now, we need YOU to help us rise to even greater heights. As the Director of Development, you’ll have the incredible opportunity to lead fundraising efforts that will shape the future for children and families in the Kansas City metropolitan area.
This is more than just a job—it’s your chance to create lasting impact, drive transformational growth, and build powerful relationships that will leave a legacy of positive change for years to come. If you’re passionate about making a real difference and empowering others, we want you on our team!
Key Responsibilities:
- Cultivate & Expand: Build powerful partnerships with individuals, organizations, and foundations to secure major gifts and diversify our donor base. You'll be the driving force behind expanding LFCS’s reach and influence in Kansas City.
- Engage & Build: Develop strong, meaningful connections with donors, local influencers, and key stakeholders. Your efforts will inspire long-term commitment and investment in our mission through tailored communications, visits, fundraising events, and continuous engagement.
- Innovative Fundraising: Lead exciting, cutting-edge fundraising campaigns that engage the community and retain loyal donors. Use a dynamic blend of traditional and digital platforms to increase support and elevate LFCS to new levels of impact.
- Represent LFCS in the Community: Take the lead at key community events and networking opportunities. Partner with the Senior Leadership Team to raise LFCS's profile, foster collaboration, and strengthen ties with businesses, civic leaders, and other nonprofits.
- Track Success: Use data to drive decisions, monitoring all development efforts to ensure success, sustainability, and the continued growth of our relationships with donors using Donor Perfect database software.
- Lead & Inspire: Manage and mentor our KC Development team, fostering a collaborative and empowering environment that aligns with our core mission and values.
Qualifications:
A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Non-Profit Management, or a related field. 5 plus years of business development experience preferably in non-profit with a proven track record of success. 2 plus years of supervisory experience with a strong ability to lead, motivate, and build effective teams.
Why Join LFCS?
- Make an Impact: Your leadership will directly help children and families overcome life’s toughest challenges and shape a brighter future.
- Be Part of a Passionate Team: Join a supportive and energetic team committed to personal and professional growth.
- Work-Life Balance: We offer a flexible hybrid work environment that values family and personal time.
- Amazing Benefits: Competitive salary, medical plans, 401(K) match, paid holidays, vacation, and personal days—because we value you.
Ready to take the next step in your career and make a lasting difference? Apply today and be a part of something that truly matters. Let’s build a brighter future together!
Please apply at: https://lfcsmo.org
We are an equal opportunity employer. All Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, pregnancy, creed, genetic information, gender identity, status as protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability or any other characteristic protected by law. In addition to federal law requirements, LFCS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
