Job Posting: Director of Development
The welcoming community of Siena Retreat Center provides retreats and programs that renew lives, deepen holistic spirituality, and sow seeds of justice and compassion in our world. A ministry of the Racine Dominican Sisters since 1966, Siena Retreat Center serves several thousand people annually through diverse retreat and program offerings and services.
As part of our continued growth, Siena Retreat Center is expanding our leadership team. The current Director of Development & Marketing role is being divided into two full-time positions: Director of Marketing & Communications and Director of Development. This new structure will allow us to better serve our mission and strengthen both donor engagement and outreach.
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The Opportunity
Siena Retreat Center is seeking a highly relational fund development professional to lead the organization’s donor engagement and fundraising initiatives. Primary responsibilities include cultivation of donor relationships, solicitation of donations to meet development goals, and strategic leadership and implementation of annual fundraising initiatives. The Director of Development is responsible for securing philanthropic support to sustain and grow Siena Retreat Center’s programs and operations.
Successful Candidates
Successful candidates have a minimum of three years’ successful experience in nonprofit development, donor relations, or fundraising; a bachelor’s degree or higher education in nonprofit management or related field; superb interpersonal and communication skills; the ability to cultivate respectful donor and community relationships; outstanding organizational skills; and a passion for making the world a more just and compassionate place through the types of programs and services offered by Siena Retreat Center.
Position Summary
This is a full-time, exempt, salaried position involving some local travel and some weekend and evening hours. Compensation includes a competitive salary (range of $54,000 to $58,000) and benefits package. The Director of Development works closely with the Director of Communications and Marketing, Executive Director, other staff members, and Board Directors to implement organizational goals creatively and strategically. With the exception of travel to meet donors, this position is on-site.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and a one-page cover letter describing how their experience makes them ideal for this position by Friday, October 31, 2025, or sooner, via email to canderson@sienaretreatcenter.org. Candidates may also apply on Indeed.com. Siena Retreat Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
