Director of Development

Fannie Battle Day Home for Children

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Job Summary

The Director of Development of Fannie Battle Day Home for Children is responsible for 3 main areas 1) donor cultivation, gift fulfillment, and management of all fund-raising efforts, 2) marketing, communications, and public relations including social media presence and website management, and 3) community engagement opportunities and all fundraising events (namely Caroling for Kids, our signature event). The Director of Development is a member of the senior leadership team of Fannie Battle Day Home for Children and, as such, the role is a full-time 40 hour/week salaried position. Occasional after-hours meetings, special events, and/or family and program-related events are required.

 

 

Job Responsibilities

FUNDRAISING AND STEWARDSHIP

*Identify, develop, maintain, and secure new sources of funding, to include corporations, foundations, and individuals, at a level sufficient to achieve the annual goals of the organization

*Manage all fundraising campaigns, to include but not limited to: Candle of Hope annual individual giving campaign, capital campaigns, direct mail, and other fund-raising activities as identified

*Maintain and steward relationships with long-term, invested donors and apprise them of developments at Fannie Battle

*Manage and deliver all components of donor cultivation from ask to close using Raiser’s Edge donor management system for tracking and stewardship

*Develop and maintain fundraising calendar tracking timelines/deadlines

*Create and implement an annual development plan and regularly update goals and strategies with Executive Director; Align with overall strategy and business advancement plan

*In conjunction with the Executive Director, create budget for fundraising initiatives to align with the organization’s goals and needs

*Work with Development Manager to ensure accurate, detailed donor records and gift acknowledgment processes are completed in an efficient and timely manner

*Maintain accurate and thorough records of all goals and progress, including post-event summaries

*In conjunction with Development Manager, prepare and deliver accurate and thorough reports as requested and necessary

*Collaborate with Executive Director, Grants Writer, Development Committee, and the Board of Directors to identify, track, and achieve annual development goals, both short-term and long-range

*Hold meetings with the Development Committee every other month to inform them of progress and updates

*Contact local retailers and restaurants about Give Back opportunities (ML Rose, Jeni’s, Mitchell Deli) and schedule them throughout the year, managing promotion

VOLUNTEERS

*In conjunction with leadership team, identify, recruit, and engage with volunteers, including individual, corporate, church and school groups

*Communicate and engage with volunteers regarding programs, projects, events, and third-party fundraisers

*In conjunction with the Development Manager, manage all donation drives including Operation Christmas (Woodmont Christian), Jackson Christmas and all other fundraisers (Trane, church drives, National Charity League, DAR etc)

*Send cultivated Development-specific quarterly newsletter using Campaign Monitor to all volunteers and donors

*Manage all contacts with Fannie Battle’s relationship with Girl Scouts of Mid TN 

SPECIAL EVENTS
*Caroling for Kids – Manage all promotion and engagement with caroling groups and businesses. Deliver Caroling Kits and design and order all materials. Keep thorough records of all donations 

*Attend and promote Caroling for Kids at Assembly Food Hall. Schedule all musical acts and attend the weekend event. Order event merchandise.

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

*Develop and maintain contact with media, including print and broadcast media, relevant publications, Fannie Battle Members, and community groups

*Develop, track, and implement public relations opportunities within communities identified above

*Oversee and ensure delivery of all aspects of communication including design, content, and publishing of external communications: e-newsletters, annual reports, direct mail, website, social media, press releases and any other marketing materials

*Speak to a variety of audiences to share and further engage individuals in our mission (schools, churches, etc)

*Social Media and website: Plan and execute a diverse and engaging series of content. Catalog all media and publish, organize, and save on shared drive. Manage all internet presence.
*Participate in and/or lead administrative meetings, staff meetings, and other organizational events and provide detailed updates and reports as required

*Contribute to positive organizational morale and standing by soliciting input and following up promptly

*Collaborate with and follow through on development plans and performance goals as directed by the Executive Director

 

*Attend and present at board and committee meetings

 

*Manage the Board Development Committee and work closely with Development Committee Chair, partner with all other committees as appropriate

 

*Provide support to the Parent Advisory Committee (PAC) and work closely to engage families of FBDH and encourage involvement in all aspects of our mission

Qualifications

*Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in relevant field of study (Public Relations, Marketing, Organizational Development), with a minimum of 3-5 years related experience. Specific non-profit experience preferred.

*Must pass a mandatory background check

*Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint; Experience with CANVA or similar design software preferred

*Exceptional written and oral communication skills

*Skilled and comfortable conducting fundraising activities, including asks made in-person and via phone calls

*Proficient in social media marketing and familiarity with Facebook, Instagram, and other social media platforms

*Experience with donor management database required; Raisers Edge preferred

*Local travel and access to transportation for appointments required

PROFESSIONALISM AND LEADERSHIP
*Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including public speaking

*Outstanding leadership and motivational skills and an innovative thinker with initiative and passion

*Maintain strict confidentiality and privacy in all matters regarding the organization

*Establish clear goals and direction for the organization’s development needs, engage the community in the organization’s work, advise and inform the Executive Director, Program staff, and board, and champion the organization’s mission and goals

*Ability to cultivate and nurture relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds

*Build teamwork among the leadership team by openly communicating plans, goals, and progress

*Flexibility, creativity, and capacity to work both independently and collaboratively.

As with most jobs, it is impossible to anticipate every job contingency. Should the need arise, every employee at Fannie Battle Day Home for Children will assist in any way necessary to assure a safe, efficient, and cooperative environment for the children, families, and employees.  Employee may perform other related duties as agreed upon to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

 

Additional Information

Benefits

How to Apply

To apply, please email kryan@fanniebattle.org with your resume and include a cover letter that highlights some of your experience relevant to this position. No calls, please. 

Details

• Date Posted: September 22, 2026
• Type: Full-Time
• Job Function: Communications / Marketing / PR
• Service Area: Children / Youth
• Start Date: 11/02/2026
• Salary Range: 80,000 - 90,000 DOE
• Working Hours: 40+ hrs/wk - typically 8:00 am -5:30 pm: M-F