Current Openings

SENIOR DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

Department: Development

Location: 15555 Kuykendahl Rd., Houston, TX 77090

FLSA Status: Full -time position, salary/exempt

Salary: Competitive

Posted: 03/27/2024

Summary:

The Senior Director of Development position is responsible for strategizing and executing individual giving and planned giving fundraising initiatives to support the financial goals of the organization, growing donations secured annually from individual and institutional donors. The Senior Director of Development will be responsible for growing a portfolio of individual donors by implementing strategies for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of prospects. This position will also support the overall development goals of the organization. Must have a passion for the mission of NAM, and understand how this position contributes to the organization’s success.

Education and Experience Requirements:

· Minimum of bachelor’s degree in related field, CFRE a plus.

· Minimum of seven years of fundraising experience in a highly functional development office; a minimum of three of these years in demonstrated management role.

· Ability to identify, cultivate, solicit, and close major gifts as well as have a demonstrated history of achieving ambitious fundraising goals.

· Demonstrated ability to think strategically and possess understanding of "moves management" strategies and understanding the tactics required to build and manage a prospect pool.

· Experience in managing a substantial portfolio of four to six-figure prospects. An expert knowledge of current and evolving trends in philanthropy and major gifts. Preexisting professional relationships with Houston’s philanthropic community is a plus.

· Ability to take direction, set priorities, balance demands of multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

· A high degree of initiative, flexibility, teamwork, and diligence. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.

· Flexibility with working hours including some evenings and weekends as needed.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, as well as experienced in accessing and entering database information and developing reports and pertinent donor information.

To Apply:

For consideration, please email your cover letter and resume as an attachment to [email protected] with the job title “SENIOR DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT” in the subject line.

Only résumés forwarded to [email protected] will be considered.

No walk-ins or phone calls please.

*All applicants must be able to pass a background che