Leader Valley Director of Development

Summary
Job Title: Leader Valley Director of Development
Department: Operations

Description: The Leader Valley Director of Development is responsible for strengthening the organization’s current financial health and long-term sustainability. The Director of Development is responsible for the management, implementation, and continual evaluation of an overall fundraising plan to sustain Leader Valley operations and programming, as well as the promotion of the Leader Valley mission and objectives. This includes cultivating and maintaining relationships with key donors and charitable organizations, securing major gifts, and teaming with the Finance and Operations Director and contracted communications and grant writer. The Director of Development manages fundraising campaigns, special events, and donor stewardship programs to ensure long-term support and viability of Leader Valley.

Reports To: Leader Valley Director of Finance and Operations
Status: Exempt, .8 FTE- 1.0 FTE
Salary: $50,000-$65,000 commensurate with experience

APPLICATION PROCESS
Please submit the following application materials:
1) Letter of application addressing:
    a. your interest in this role
    b. how your skills, dispositions, and preparation have equipped you for this role
    c. how you align to the Leader Valley values noted above
2) Resume showcasing your unique experience and impact
3) A minimum of 3 current professional references

All application materials must be submitted in full by July 25th, 2025 for consideration. Please submit application materials electronically to:
Kristen Kimball
Leader Valley Director of Finance and Operations
319-558-8805
kristen@leadervalley.org