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Director of Development Houston

Director of Development Houston

Unbound NowHouston, TX, US
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Director Of Development

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.

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

  • Steward and develop Unbound Now local office donor base, designing and implementing appropriate cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities
  • Nurture and build the Unbound Now local office base of recurring donors
  • Coordinate a matrix of donor communication strategies, including phone calls, texts, emails, mailed letters, and in-person visits
  • Ensure that donors are properly acknowledged and thanked
  • Respond promptly to donor inquiries
  • Maintain accurate contact information for Unbound Now local office donors and prospects in Virtuous, as well as using Virtuous for all record-keeping, including documenting interactions with donors and stewardship activities
  • Plan and execute meaningful donor appreciation events
  • Oversee ongoing donor communication, including the use of Virtuous Marketing and automated workflows. You will perform this function in partnership with the Chief Leadership and Culture Officer (CLCO) and the CRM Specialist until a Director of Communications is hired
  • Cultivate and maintain a close relationship with our parent and major donor, Antioch local office
  • Major Gifts

  • Develop major gifts-related goal setting and fundraising plans and direct activities in support of these goals and objectives, coordinating with the local office
  • Develop and propose strategies for the solicitation of major gifts
  • Help donors accomplish their philanthropic goals and ambitions through a relationship with Unbound Now's local office, developing individual gift strategy plans for major donors
  • Build an annual pool of 20 or more prospective major gift donors to be solicited in the next 12-month period
  • Steward and build local offices' 3 Key Collective, a giving society for donors committing to gifts of at least $10,000 for three or more consecutive years
  • Foundation Relations

  • Manage an existing portfolio of foundation donors, working to match Unbound Now's local office's needs with funding opportunities
  • Develop a plan to build relationships with foundation representatives, understanding the critical role of relationships in working with foundations
  • Identify additional foundations with a history or potential to support the Unbound Now local office
  • Learn foundation grant cycles and track deadlines for applications and reports
  • Develop a plan to solicit donations according to donors' expressed requirements and timelines
  • Write and submit letters of inquiry
  • Develop compelling grant proposals in alignment with Unbound Now local office's case for support and funding needs, community needs, and intended impact
  • Meet all funder timelines and expectations
  • Ensure timely and accurate reports to institutional funders
  • Record / upload all letters of inquiry, proposals, funding requests, awards, and reports in Virtuous
  • Ensure that all gifts are expended according to the foundation's intent and restrictions by collaborating with the Executive Team, Finance Department, and local office staff
  • Ensure appropriate recognition of funders
  • Desired Outcomes

  • Financial provision to meet the budgetary needs and carry out the Unbound Now local office's mission and vision
  • Strong network of support, including individuals, churches, foundations, businesses / corporations, and community organizations, yielding diversified and sustainable funding
  • Strategic development plan with clear goals, effectively implemented, and regularly scheduled reporting on progress toward goals
  • Working Relationships

    Reports to : CEO

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

    Job Requirements

  • Mature Christian faith, as evidenced by participation in a local Christian church
  • Thorough commitment to the vision, mission, and values of Unbound Now
  • Pass all required criminal background checks
  • Provide at least three references
  • Pass employment authorization check
  • Abide by Unbound Now policies at all times, including Unbound Now's Gift Acceptance Policy
  • Ability to think strategically
  • Excellent administrative skills, detail-oriented, well-organized
  • Highly motivated self-starter
  • Strong writing and proofreading skills
  • Must develop an in-depth understanding of all Unbound Now local office programs and services, and accurately and professionally represent them to donors and prospects
  • Appreciation of the transformational giving approach, with commitment to building long-term relationships with donors
  • Ability to work effectively in collaboration with others
  • Demonstrated competence in the use of technology, with previous experience or willingness and ability to learn Unbound Now's CRM, Virtuous
  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
  • Commitment to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information
  • Willingness to use personal vehicle for business purposes, and a valid driver's license and car insurance
  • Participation in Unbound Now Development Work Group
  • Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in nonprofit management, communications, fundraising, or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, or advancement, including leadership roles
  • Proven track record in donor engagement and stewardship strategies
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
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