Posted: January 04, 2012

Louisiana Restaurant Association Education Foundation seeks an experienced Director with a strong background in development and philanthropy. Ideal candidate will have experience in educational settings as our leading offering is a two year high school based industry program, ProStart.

Director will manage all programs & finances, work within existing organizational structure to communicate mission, generate revenue through fundraising/resource development, lead & implement strategic plan & philanthropic objectives, expand partnerships by identifying, cultivating & soliciting individual, corporate & foundation support (6-7 figure $$ range).

Cultivate and nurture relationships with current and potential corporate & foundation sponsors, and individual donors. Write grant proposals and reports to corporate, foundation, and government funders. Develop and grow our individual donor base; manage annual giving campaign; cultivate major gifts. Individual reports to LRA CEO and manages LRAEF board administration, communications & governance.

Must possess excellent written, verbal and presentation skills. Must have experience and proven track record in foundation development. Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and prior foundation or non-profit development experience is required.

Visit www.lraef.org for more information about the LRAEF.

Submit cover letter & resume to: resumes@lra.org
Please include in subject line: EF Search