Director of Development

Horizons, A Family Service Alliance | Cedar Rapids, IA $65,000–$68,000/year

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals and families? Horizons, A Family Service Alliance is seeking a committed and energetic Full Time Director of Development to advance our mission and secure resources for our programs and services.

About Us

For 65 years, Horizons has been dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families across Eastern Iowa through programs including Transportation, the Financial Wellness Center, and Meals on Wheels.

What You'll Do

As the Director of Development, you will develop and implement fundraising strategies, cultivate donor relationships, and oversee grant applications and reporting. You'll collaborate with the leadership team to set fundraising goals and create innovative ways to engage the community in our mission.

Your schedule is primarily Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening and weekend hours for events and donor meetings.

Allocation of time:

Donor Pipeline- 50%

Staffing & Administration- 25%

Communication & Public Relations- 25%

What We're Looking For

• Skill in building and maintaining positive relationships with donors, community members, and colleagues


• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently


• Strong public speaking and communication skills


• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and analytical skills


• Respect for and ability to work with diverse communities


• Cooperative, dependable work ethic


• High integrity and confidentiality

What We Offer

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, and Paid Time Off - plus the satisfaction of knowing your work directly improves lives in our community.

Apply today!

**Must complete a criminal history and child and dependent adult abuse background check. Convictions are assessed by Horizons' Review Team and do not necessarily disqualify a candidate from employment.