Job Title: Development Director- Part Time, Pittsburgh Program Office
Organization: The National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship
Location: Pittsburgh
Salary:
PT Regular
 
Job Description:
NFTE, the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship with global
headquarters based in New York City, is seeking a Part Time Development
Director for our Pittsburgh Program Office.
 
Organization Background
 
The National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) is an IRS
approved 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. NFTE teaches entrepreneurship
education programs to young people from low-income communities.
 
NFTEs strategy for achieving this mission is to form partnerships with
schools, universities and community-based organizations, create innovative
experiential curricula, train and support teachers and youth workers, and
provide supportive alumni services. Since its founding in 1987, NFTE has
reached over 185,000 students. NFTE has active programs in 21 states and 14
countries.
 
Position
 
The NFTE Development Director is responsible for assisting the program
office Executive Director in the development and implementation of long- and
short-term fundraising strategies and overseeing the marketing and planning
of major events in order to help the organization meet its annual goals.
Primary fundraising activities include researching individual, foundation
and corporate prospects, writing proposals, soliciting event sponsors,
submitting reports, and maintaining a timely calendar. The Development
Director will work closely with all members of the program office and
headquarters development team.
 
Responsibilities
 
 Initiate, develop and implement the program office fundraising plan:
including research of funding sources and building strategy.
 Promote the organization and cultivate relationships with new, prospective
donors (individuals, corporations, and foundations).
 Arrange and attend in-person meetings with donors and key stakeholders.
 Write, submit, track and follow-up proposals and requests in an effort to
raise funds for a variety of areas within the organization, including
specific program support and general operating support
 Conduct spreadsheet analysis on budgets and revenue projections, as well
as financial reports to donors.
 Assist the Executive Director with board development and training.
 Accountable for all donor relations and fundraising goals.
 Build and maintain accurate records.
 Initiate and assist in the coordination of fundraising and cultivation
events (e.g., annual breakfast, citywide business plan competition, cocktail
reception, etc.).
 Assist in the coordination and implementation of direct mail pieces and
electronic communication.
 Participate in headquarters and local program, strategy, and regular staff
meetings, as needed.
 Oversee public relations (marketing and media) for key events and
programs.
 
Qualifications
 
 Bachelors degree required; masters degree a plus.
 Minimum of five years relevant experience
 Proven familiarity with building and enhancing relationships with
corporations and foundations.
 Team-oriented with a strong work ethic and ability to manage multiple
projects in a fast-paced environment
 Proven leadership qualities and strong interpersonal and organizational
skills
 Excellent written and oral communication skills required
 Experience with Raisers Edge a plus
 Experience with special events and marketing a plus
 Experience in working with small non-profits and/or youth development and
education organizations a plus
 Knowledge of program office area funding community a plus
 Capacity to deal with ambiguity.
 
The Development Director position is part-time and reports to the Executive
Director.
 
 
How to Apply:
 Please send cover letter and resume to hr@nfte.com.
 
NFTE is an equal opportunity employer, and encourages women and
underrepresented minorities to apply.
 
Visit our website, http://www.nfte.com for more information.
 
Salary: Competitive, plus a potential for an annual performance bonus. No
relocation expenses will be provided.
Organization Web Site:
 
Email replies to: hr@nfte.com