Development Director

Development Director

St. Joseph Hearing + Speech
Indianapolis, Indiana

St. Joseph Hearing + Speech delivers exceptional Listening and Spoken Language solutions for children with hearing loss, reflecting the charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. We are committed to serving children and families with compassion, excellence, and a deep commitment to mission.

St. Joseph Hearing + Speech seeks a dynamic and relationship-driven Development Director to help grow philanthropic support and expand community partnerships within the Indiana market. Reporting to the Chief Development Officer, the Development Director plays a key leadership role in driving revenue growth, cultivating major donor and corporate relationships, and strengthening the organization’s network of supporters across Indiana. This role serves as a visible ambassador for the organization and focuses on expanding individual and corporate giving while engaging community leaders in support of the mission.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and strong relationship builder who thrives on connecting donors and partners to meaningful philanthropic opportunities.

• Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with major donors, corporate partners, and community leaders
• Expand and strengthen a portfolio of major donors and corporate sponsors
• Engage C-suite executives and business leaders in meaningful partnerships aligned with the organization’s mission
• Represent St. Joseph Hearing + Speech at community events, networking engagements, and corporate meetings throughout Indiana

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies to meet and exceed annual revenue goals
• Drive growth in individual and corporate giving across the Indiana market
• Secure major gifts and long‑term partnerships through consultative, relationship‑based fundraising
• Collaborate with the Chief Development Officer to align fundraising initiatives with organizational priorities

• Analyze donor trends and fundraising performance to inform strategy and strengthen outcomes
• Utilize CRM tools and reporting systems to track engagement, monitor progress, and identify opportunities
• Refine donor outreach and engagement strategies based on measurable results

• Partner cross‑functionally with program, marketing, finance, and executive leadership to ensure strong storytelling and donor engagement
• Serve as a strategic partner to the Chief Development Officer in advancing fundraising innovation and growth
• Serve as staff liaison to the Indiana Development Committee
• Ensure that the values of St. Joseph Hearing + Speech and the Charism of the Sisters of St. Joseph are reflected in all external and internal engagement

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive fundraising, development, or consultative sales experience, ideally within a nonprofit organization
• Demonstrated success meeting or exceeding revenue goals and securing philanthropic support
• Proven track record of cultivating relationships with senior‑level corporate and community leaders
• Exceptional communication, networking, and relationship‑building skills
• Experience with fundraising databases or CRM systems (Raiser’s Edge preferred) and using data to inform strategy
• Highly organized, self‑motivated, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced, relationship‑driven environment
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation with ability to travel locally within Indiana

• Executive presence and confidence engaging C-suite leaders and major donors
• Strategic and analytical mindset with the ability to translate insights into action
• Passion for mission‑driven work and ability to articulate organizational impact compellingly
• Entrepreneurial approach to identifying new partnerships and philanthropic opportunities

Joining St. Joseph Hearing + Speech means becoming part of a mission‑driven team dedicated to helping children with hearing loss develop the listening and…