Director of Development

3 days ago

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States URSULINE ACADEMY OF NEW ORLEANS Full time
Job Details Job Location: Ursuline Academy - New Orleans, LA 70115 Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Ursuline Academy of New Orleans seeks a mission-driven Director of Development to oversee advancement efforts through fundraising leadership, donor relations, stewardship, and event execution. The Director of Development reports to the President and manages the 3 person Institutional Advancement Team to increase philanthropic support, strengthen donor relationships, oversee development initiatives, and advance the Academy's mission.

This mid-level position manages and grows annual giving programs, supports major gifts strategy, coordinates events, and partners with alumnae relations and leadership to cultivate engagement and giving. The Director plays a key role in development operations and serves as a visible ambassador for Ursuline within the school community and the broader network of supporters.


Key Responsibilities

Fundraising & Development Initiatives

Implement and support strategies for annual giving, major gifts, foundation grants, corporate sponsorships, and planned giving. Help identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward donors and prospects in collaboration with the President and Institutional Advancement leadership. Maintain a portfolio of donors and prospects with specific outreach, stewardship, and cultivation goals. Assist in planning and supporting capital campaign activities when applicable.

Donor Relations & Stewardship

Foster strong relationships with parents, alumnae, benefactors, and community partners. Support stewardship processes including acknowledgment letters, recognition programs, donor reporting, and giving impact communication. Ensure timely and accurate maintenance of donor records in the development database.

Development Operations

Support creation of departmental goals and benchmarks to increase philanthropic revenue. Collaborate with the Finance Office on gift entry, reconciliation, and revenue reporting. Prepare donor lists, reports, mailing files, and data analysis for campaigns and fundraising initiatives.

Events & Community Engagement

Lead or assist with planning and execution of fundraising events, including the annual fundraiser, stewardship receptions, and donor cultivation activities. Partner with Alumnae Relations on events and outreach efforts that build engagement and giving. Represent Ursuline at school functions and external events as an Advancement representative when appropriate.

Additional Responsibilities

Serve as a mission ambassador, sharing knowledge of Ursuline's history, values, and impact with supporters. Assist with special projects and responsibilities as assigned by the President or Advancement leadership.

Required

Bachelor's degree in a related field 3–5 years of experience in development, fundraising, or nonprofits Demonstrated success in donor relations or fundraising initiatives Comfort with donor cultivation and gift solictiation Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and follow-through

Preferred

Experience in Catholic or independent school advancement Demonstrated ability to develop data-driven enrollment and communication strategies

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