Director of Development

Job Title : Director of Development

Location : Houston, TX

Job Type : Full-Time

Salary Range : $85,000 - $100,000

About iEducate

iEducate is a Houston-based 501c3 nonprofit organization with a mission of inspiring leadership & enriching communities through educational service. We connect college students to classrooms as tutors, sparking their interest in teaching while delivering academic improvements for K-6 students. This dual-purpose approach addresses immediate learning needs while building a pipeline of well-prepared and highly-motivated future teachers.

Why Join iEducate?

At iEducate, we believe that a positive workplace culture is key to successfor our students, our tutors, and our organization as a whole.

Our culture is built on the what, how, and why of our work :

What we do : We connect college students with young learners to bridge the education gap.

How we do it : We create an environment of collaboration, respect, and continuous learning.

Why we do it : We believe in the power of mentorship and education to change lives.

By joining iEducate, you become part of a high-performing organization that values both personal and professional growth.

The Opportunity

iEducate is searching for a Director of Development to lead the next chapter of our growth. This is a unique opportunity for a rising leader with a strong foundation in communications and marketing and emerging experience in fundraising to step into a high-impact role.

If you thrive at the intersection of storytelling, strategy, and relationship-building, this position offers the chance to :

Elevate iEducate's visibility and amplify our mission

Strengthen our brand and narrative to inspire partners and funders

Drive a fundraising strategy that fuels our ambitious growth

You will work side-by-side with the CEO to shape how iEducate is seen, heard, and supported as we become a national proof-point for public investment in teacher pipeline solutions.

Key Responsibilities :

Communications & Marketing

Lead the vision and execution of iEducate's external communications strategy

Develop compelling fundraising and brand materials, including case decks, impact one-pagers, and newsletters

Oversee messaging and content across digital, print, and social platforms

Support the CEO's thought leadership efforts, including speaking engagements and media opportunities

Manage external communications consultants or vendors as needed

Fundraising & Development

Partner with the CEO to cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with institutional and individual funders

Draft donor communications, campaign materials, grant proposals, and impact reports

Plan and project manage donor campaigns and cultivation events

Maintain tracking systems to support seamless donor engagement

Organizational Strategy & Leadership

Serve as a strategic thought partner to the CEO on positioning, pitch strategy, and funder engagement

Participate in internal planning and cross-functional initiatives

Represent iEducate externally with clarity, warmth, and professionalism

Who You Are

4–6 years of experience in communications, marketing, or nonprofit development

Exceptional writer and storyteller with a passion for education equity

Skilled in managing campaigns, content calendars, or public-facing messaging

Familiar with donor cultivation and fundraising strategy (formal or informal)

Strong project manager with excellent organizational skills

Bonus : Graphic design or visual storytelling experience (e.g., Canva, Adobe)

Collaborative, proactive, and deeply mission-driven

This role is designed for someone ready to grow with the organization , shaping both the narrative and the resources that power iEducate's next stage of impact.

Join our mission to empower students through effective tutoring programsapply today!

Join iEducate and be a part of a transformational experience that not only helps young students succeed but also prepares you for a future of leadership and impact.

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