Posted: October 27, 2011

Director of Development
Catholic Center at Tulane University

Job Description:
The Development Director reports directly to the Director of the Catholic Center and is responsible for leading and managing the fund development program, raising funds for the ministry and programs of the Catholic Center at Tulane University, and managing all committees involved in fund development activities. Primary responsibilities are outlined below.

The Director of Development will have the primary responsibility of raising $300,000 to $400,000 per year to support the Catholic Center at Tulane’s mission.

Location: The Center is located close to Tulane University in New Orleans, LA.

Salary Range: This is a Full Time position with a salary range between $40,000 and $45,000. Benefits are available.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Prepare annual plans for all fund development activities. Develop and maintain a three-year plan for the development program which is updated annually.
2. Responsible for all matters related to the execution, management, and support of the fund development program.
3. Identify, cultivate, solicit and close gifts. Maintain an active pool of prospective benefactors who can support the ministry.
4. Conduct a minimum of twenty (20) face-to-face visits monthly with potential benefactors in the form of Discovery, Cultivation, Solicitation or Stewardship meetings.
5. Assist in scheduling, coordination and follow-up of face-to-face visits for the Director of the Catholic Center or other staff and volunteers as appropriate.
6. Supervise the stewardship process, including prompt gift acknowledgement, for all benefactors.
7. Prepare reports as appropriate and submit to the Director of Catholic Center and Advisory Board of Volunteers.
8. Plan and supervise direct mail, phone-a-thon, special event, and other solicitation activities as needed.
9. Plan and supervise the production and distribution of newsletters, brochures and other marketing materials in support of the Catholic Center.
10. Plan and support the use of electronic and social media including the web site, email blasts, Facebook and Twitter accounts to facilitate contributions and other support the Catholic Center.
11. Direct the organization and management of the comprehensive development program through supervision of volunteers and development staff.
12. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director to include special projects to assist in the overall fund-raising efforts.

Qualifications:
• A practicing and faithful Catholic who loves the Church and sees development work at Catholic campus ministry centers as an essential ministry.
• Baccalaureate degree or higher.
• Involvement in a campus ministry program as a student is preferred.
• Prefer at least three years’ demonstrated success and experience in managing a fund development program.
• Proficient in managing social media and other technology to support fund development program and services.
• Thorough knowledge of fund-raising principles or a willingness to learn them.
• Enthusiasm and excellent people skills are essential. The successful candidate must have the flexibility to handle the needs of a fast-paced office and the special needs of benefactors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize tasks and to lead and motivate others, especially volunteers.
• Thoroughness in planning and implementing work, including goals, budget, timetables, and action steps to achieve objectives.
• Ability to work effectively with the Director, other staff members, a development consultant, campus representatives, and volunteers.
• Affinity with, and passion for, the overall mission of the Catholic campus ministry.

Application Process:
Send in letter of application stating the skills and approach you would bring to the post, your suitability for this role, as well as your resume and salary requirements BY EMAIL ONLY to Shannon Cordray Shannon@petrusdevelopment.com. Please ensure all files are sent as a PDF attachment with the titles “your name cover letter” and “your name resume”. Please put “Catholic Center at Tulane University” in the email subject line and state how you came across this position.