Director of Development Houston

Unbound Now is ending human trafficking by identifying victims, supporting survivors, seeking justice, and leading system change. We are motivated by our faith in Jesus and work each day as individuals driven by hope, oriented towards service, and committed to excellence. To learn more about our values, please read our Statement of Faith.

Job Title : Director of Development

Job Status : Full-time, exempt

Job Location : Houston Office

Job Summary : The primary function of the local office Director of Development is to create and implement a strategic plan to secure funding needed to meet the Unbound Now local office's budgetary needs and carry out its mission and vision. Responsibilities include designing and implementing an annual development plan; monitoring and sharing progress toward goals; leading effective fundraising campaigns; facilitating successful fundraising events; engaging and retaining individual, church, and business donors, including building Unbound Now's local office base of recurring donors; stewarding major gifts; and managing foundation relations, grant applications, and reports.

Compensation : Annual salary

Benefits : Unbound Now offers a generous benefits package including health insurance for employee and family with premiums covered by employer; employer-paid life insurance for employee; and the option to participate in Unbound Now's retirement plan (with 3% salary match after 90 days with a 1-year vesting period). Dental and Vision are available at employee expense.

Schedule / Availability : Monday-Friday, 8 : 30-5 : 30, occasional evenings and weekends

Travel : This position will require frequent travel for partner meetings, training, and team / professional development opportunities, and occasional travel outside the service area for training.

Working Conditions : The majority of work is conducted in a standard office environment. Infrequent duties may require exposure to external weather conditions, fumes, odors, or noise.

Job Responsibilities :

Design and Implementation of Annual Development Plan

• Design and implement an annual development plan to secure funding needed to meet Unbound Now's local office's budgetary needs to carry out its mission and vision
• Monitor and share progress toward goals, facilitating regularly scheduled development meetings with the local office Executive Director.
• Provide strategic leadership in the execution and management of Unbound Now local office development efforts, including individual giving, donor appreciation, and fundraising events, and church, corporate, and foundation relationships.
• Develop and implement Unbound Now local office fundraising campaigns in coordination with Unbound Now HQ and other Unbound Now offices, including but not limited to Giving Tuesday and End-of-Year giving, working with Unbound Now's CRM Specialist to build out and track campaigns in Unbound Now's CRM and Marketing software, Virtuous.
• Lead execution of the annual fundraising luncheon by securing sponsorships and table sales, and collaborate with the team to deliver a compelling program that inspires strong financial support for Unbound Now.
• Develop key presentations and fundraising reports for stakeholders, including Unbound Now HQ, local Advisory Boards, funders, and volunteers. This work will be done in partnership with the Chief Leadership and Culture Officer (CLCO) during the interim period before a Director of Communications is hired.
• Coordinate with the local office leadership to promote key donor relationships, including helping to schedule conversations between the local office Executive Director and key donors and prospects.
• Execute the plan for the annual fundraiser luncheon by securing sponsorships and table sales. Work with the team to facilitate a great program that secures support for Unbound Now Create and implement a plan to identify and cultivate new individual, business, and church support.
• Identify and prioritize high-potential relationships and opportunities
• In collaboration with the Chief Leadership and Culture Officer (CLCO), integrate Unbound Now's key messaging into all development initiatives and campaigns.

Donor Engagement and Retention

Major Gifts

Foundation Relations

Desired Outcomes :

Working Relationships :

Reports to : CEO

Works with : Executive team, Directors, Program Staff, HQ Staff, and Partners

Job Requirements :

Education & Experience