Job Title: Area Development Director – New Orleans, LA
Department: Development
Reports To: Regional Development Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
Band: D1, L3
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Area Development Director (ADD) is responsible for establishing short- and long-range fundraising goals and conducting comprehensive, cost-effective annual fund-raising campaigns within their area of operation to support the 37 UNCF member institutions. The ADD serves as an ambassador for UNCF and is responsible for engaging donors and leveraging key relationships to ensure revenue goals are met. Leads fundraising and development efforts for Louisiana and oversees Joint Campaign efforts with Philander Smith University in Arkansas.
ABOUT UNCF
UNCF is one of the nation’s largest and most effective supporters of higher education and serves as a leading advocate for college-bound students. Since its founding in 1944, UNCF has raised more than $6 billion to support students' access to higher education, provide scholarships and strengthen historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Each year, UNCF awards more than 13,000 scholarships to more than 10,000 students totaling more than $64 million. The scholarships support students attending more than 600 US-based colleges and universities including 36 UNCF-member HBCUs. Through its efforts, UNCF has helped generations of students to get to and through college. We believe a college education plays a vital role in strengthening the pipeline of leaders and professionals who advance our society. Our logo features the UNCF torch of leadership in education and our widely recognized trademark is, ‟A mind is a terrible thing to waste.”® Learn more at UNCF.org or for continuous updates and news, follow UNCF on Instagram.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Develop new sources of unrestricted income from events, individuals, and local community partners, foundations and corporations.
- Plan and implement campaign strategies consistent with UNCF national action plans and policies.
- Develop and submit solicitation proposals and presentations; and design, implement, and execute special fundraising events.
- Write fundraising correspondence, letters of acknowledgment and appeals, and maintain a regular schedule of in-person visits with foundations, donors, and local Leadership Council members.
- Cultivate and steward relationships with current and potential high net-worth donors.
- Identify and recruit campaign leaders and advisory committee members.
- Establish and maintain close, direct contact with local corporations, government, community, church and civic leaders to ensure top volunteer leadership.
- Establish and maintain liaison with volunteers and secure loaned executives.
- Develop and prepare campaign materials, communication and promotional programs in support of local fund-raising efforts.
- Supervise and coordinate staff activities related to records management in Raiser’s Edge database, maintaining current and accurate files on all donors, and ensuring security and quality controls.
- Interface with the Accounting and Finance department to fulfill information requests and maintain reporting accuracy; fiscal responsibility of local operational and special events budgets.
- Generate queries, reports, exports, and other collection data as needed.
- Manage the Area Development Office in accordance with UNCF policies, procedures, rules, and regulations, including ensuring consistent front desk coverage through direct coverage or coordination of volunteer support.
- Conduct performance appraisals and recommend employment, termination, promotion, and training and development of subordinates.
- Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
May supervise one or more professional and/or administrative level staff.
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university and at least 7-10 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, or donor relations.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to conduct major fundraising activities, including capital campaigns and annual giving drives; excellent organizational and written and verbal communication skills; outstanding human relations and managerial skills; demonstrated initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision; and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Benefits include:
Medical, Dental & Vision
Vacation, Sick & Personal Leave
Life Insurance (Basic & Optional)
Flex Spending Accounts
403(b) Retirement Account
Holiday Savings Plan
Annual Incentive Pay
Salary Range: $87,400.00 To $93,600.00 per year (Salary is commensurate with experience.) This is a hybrid position: 4 days in-person, 1-day remote work schedule, located in UNCF’s New Orleans Office building.
To learn more about this opportunity and the impactful work of our Development- New Orleans, please visit: UNCF- New Orleans
Background checks required.
UNCF is EOE M/F/D/V
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university
- 7-10 years of experience in fundraising, marketing, or donor relations
- Experience conducting major fundraising activities, including capital campaigns and annual giving drives
- Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
- Outstanding human relations and managerial skills
- Demonstrated initiative and ability to work with minimal supervision
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
What We Do
UNCF (United Negro College Fund) is a nonprofit education organization that works to expand college access and success, particularly for students of color and historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). It awards scholarships, provides financial support to HBCUs, and advocates for minority education and community engagement. Its programs help students overcome financial barriers, persist through college, graduate, and become leaders.
