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Job Description ABOUT THE ROLE We're on a mission to end the global housing crisis. Not with handouts, but by helping families in emerging markets buy land with utilities and title, and actually own their homes. This isn't just about shelter; it's about building lasting wealth for generations in thriving communities. Since 2015, we've raised over $100M in philanthropy and $15M+ in private investment. We strategically combine these resources to achieve outcomes that neither could accomplish alone. It's how we actually make things happen. As a Philanthropy Officer here, you'll be key to fueling our engine with philanthropy dollars. You'll work directly to nurture the folks already backing us and find new ones. You won't be flying solo. Our CEO, senior leaders, and the sharp minds in our Marketing and Comms team will be right there with you, helping you with prospect qualification, putting together local and international events, and compelling content to engage donors. Your main focus will be cultivating and growing The Builders program. These are high net worth individuals, family foundations, donor-advised funds, and corporate sponsors who commit $50,000+ a year for multiple years. Their money isn't for a one-off project; it covers our daily operations, R&D, and our core work helping communities get on their feet. Simply put, The Builders give us the breathing room to innovate, grow, and help more families truly own their future. If you want to be part of a story creating sustainable and efficient change for vulnerable communities and families, we welcome you to apply. Read our CEOs recent article on our innovative funding and model here. WHERE YOU'LL FOCUS * Raise $1.5M in total annual revenue from a portfolio of renewals, new, and lapsed donors * Cultivate a Builders portfolio of 25 current donors and achieve 75%+ annual retention. * Close 6 Builder opportunities from new or lapsed donors * Generate new prospects through lead generation activities such as network cultivation, event attendance, research, etc. * Follow a metrics-driven strategy with complete and accurate CRM records to support your numbers * Learn and grow into an expert on New Story’s strategy, model, results, and impact * Work with our Marketing and Communication team to plan and execute cultivation and stewardship experiences and events for the Builders throughout the year, including international vision trips WHO YOU ARE * Mission Aligned: You’re passionate about the generational impact of market-based solutions like our model. When you read this article, it excites you. * Dynamic, Relationship Builder: You're a high-energy, relational fundraiser excited to cultivate and expand our Builders program. * Experienced, Sales-driven Fundraiser: You're an fundraising professional with 5+ years in social impact or nonprofit fundraising, skilled in cultivating relationships with high-net-worth individuals, business leaders, and families, especially faith-driven donors. You have a proven track record of securing 6 and 7-figure gifts and excel at partnering directly with founders or CEOs to build crucial external partnerships. You're an organized and sales-driven team member comfortable with significant travel (~50%) to meet with Builders and prospects. * Bonus: Spanish proficiency is a strong plus. REPORTING STRUCTURE This role sits on our Fundraising team and reports to the Chief Financial Officer with a heavy amount of collaborative time with the CEO, CBO, and MarComms team. LOCATION & COMPENSATION This is a remote role based in the United States. Given our work, we are prioritizing applicants in Austin, Houston, Dallas, and San Francisco. Salary is contingent upon location. * San Francisco: $100-125k USD + up to 20% bonus ($120-150K potential) * Everywhere else: $80-110K USD + up to 20% bonus ($95-130K potential) BENEFITS Health & Wellness. We believe in thriving communities and that starts with our team being happy and healthy. We offer generous medical, dental, and vision benefits alongside an optional FSA and Dependent Care FSA. We also provide company paid Short-term Disability and Life Insurance to provide additional peace of mind. Unlimited Vacation after the 1st Year. We believe you should have a flexible schedule that makes space for family, wellness, and fun. For the first 12 months, you'll have 12 days of PTO, 11 paid holidays, and YOUR birthday off. After year one, you can enjoy an unlimited vacation policy. Summer and Winter Time Off. We believe rest is critical to getting results. We intentionally pause as a whole company twice per year. Team members take off the first week of July as well as a the week between December 24 and January 1. 5-Week Sabbatical after 5th Year. At the 5-year mark, we celebrate your hard work and dedication with a sabbatical. Team members take 5 weeks off fully paid to rest, recharge, and reflect. Paid Parental Leave. Primary caregivers take 12 weeks paid time off. Secondary caregivers take 6 weeks paid time off. Adoption Reimbursement. For families who are willing to adopt, thank you! New Story will reimburse eligible team members up to $10,000.00 USD for adoption related expenses. 401k Investment Plan. New Story offers 401k investment plan so you can save money for the long-term. Intentional Gatherings. As a remote team, we recognize how valuable and rejuvenating in-person time can be. Whether it’s an all-company Team Summit, Fun Camp for fundraisers, or spontaneous department gatherings, we set aside budget to gather in-person to have fun, reflect, and plan together. Improve Thru Learning. We believe in always learning and leveling up our skills. Whether it's paying for a conference, an online course, or books, an internal Hackathon, a Tea(m) Talk, or a lunch and learn, we invest in each team member so they can be the best at their craft. Trips to the Field. It’s amazing to meet the families we help and see the homes up close and personal. You'll get to visit the work first hand in either Mexico or El Salvador. Prioritization will vary by role. ABOUT NEW STORY New Story unleashes market forces to confront the global housing crisis. While traditional philanthropy and government subsidies cover only 20% of housing needs, New Story leverages private capital markets to create sustainable paths to land and home ownership for underserved families in Latin America. Our land-first approach transforms unutilized land into thriving communities while helping families build generational wealth. We acquire and develop land, build families' creditworthiness, and unlock home financing opportunities—reducing typical development timelines from 10+ years to 2 years. A Y Combinator graduate and four-time Fast Company "World's Most Innovative Company," New Story has created housing solutions across Mexico, El Salvador, Bolivia, and Haiti since 2014. Our team is based across the US and in Mexico City. Usually, you can find us drinking coffee or bubble tea and eating churros wherever we can find them. ABOUT OUR CULTURE Culture is #1 for us. We invest significant time, focus, and resources to building the best environment possible. Why? Over the course of the year we spend a large chunk of our time at work. So at New Story, we want our team to find fulfillment, autonomy, mastery, and joy at work. A workplace where you can bring your whole self. At New Story, you can expect to find a culture that reflects our values: Courage to Pioneer. Through learning, innovation, and iteration, we create transformative solutions and unlock new opportunities for underserved families Humble Pursuit Of Excellence. We focus on the quality of our inputs, building strong personal habits and systems, and bringing our best every day. Extreme Ownership. We take full responsibility for our commitments, tackle challenges proactively, and own outcomes with resilience. Detailed Customer Obsession. We relentlessly seek to understand customer needs and desires, listening with curiosity and learning from feedback to improve. Building Together // Construimos Juntos. We are committed to each other’s success and well-being, knowing that when one succeeds, the entire team wins. A WELCOMING PLACE FOR ALL New Story strives to nurture a welcoming culture of shared values and radical candor for everyone. We welcome all applicants, regardless of background, to submit an application. Black, Indigenous, and people of color are especially encouraged to apply! We know we will only succeed if we have a team who brings a wide variety of perspectives and backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time of hire. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization. Join us. Compensation Range: $80K - $125K

Job DescriptionCome join Autism Speaks as a Special Events Manager on our Community Engagement team in the Southwest. We are looking for a dynamic and ambitious fundraiser who shares our vision of a world where all people with autism can achieve their full potential. This position is a front-line fundraiser and ambassador for Autism Speaks and will speak knowledgeably and persuasively about the mission of the organization and the variety of ways to engage. Manager will be responsible for the Houston Chef Gala. The territory for this position covers the Texas and Southwest Area with a significant focus on the Houston, TX market. There will be the potential for future special events in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, and other markets in Texas. The position is remote, but candidate must be based in Houston, TX. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the autism community and the mission of autism speaks and will thrive in a flexible environment with a kind and compassionate culture. At Autism Speaks, we remain steadfast in our commitment to being a trusted and caring resource for our community and constituents from the time of diagnosis through adult life. PURPOSE: Raise funds for Autism Speaks by recruiting and managing volunteers, raising awareness, soliciting corporate sponsorship and implementing fundraising and mission events to achieve revenue goals. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: • Achieve the revenue goals for assigned fundraising events, • Execute fundraising events in partnership with volunteer leadership, specifically managing committee recruitment, activation and retention, • Achieve the assigned fundraising goals by implementing strategies including sponsorship, corporate engagement, committee development and donor cultivation., • Support the local implementation of global campaigns of Autism Speaks, sometimes in collaboration with the Outreach team., • Manage the day-to-day operations of assigned events, including logistics, data entry, acknowledgements and materials management, • Manage and provide administrative support to volunteer committees, • Make presentations to businesses, organizations and community groups to secure sponsorship, recruit donors and committee volunteers and manage accounts on a year-round basis., • Integrate digital marketing initiatives, such as email campaigns, fundraising websites, as well as other forms of digital outreach(The responsibilities listed above are representative and not all inclusive. Other duties may be assigned by supervisor/s. As outlined in your performance goal setting forms, you will be responsible for achieving the goals provided by and agreed upon with your manager.) POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Experience: • 3+ years demonstrated success in non-profit fundraising., • The following qualifications are preferred; Leadership with recruitment and management of volunteers and special events fundraising, relationship building, networking, budget management, and volunteer mobilization.Specialized Skills and Knowledge:, • Ability to work independently and recreate and implement fundraising and volunteer-development plans, • Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills, • Organized and detail oriented, • Superb sales and customer service skills, • Ability to prospect, recruit, manage and develop volunteers, • Strong analytical skills, • Sound judgment, • Proficiency with MS Office 365, • Database knowledge (Luminate and Stratus Live preferred), • Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary, • Ability to travel within the Area and occasionally beyond for meetings and conferences, • Must have valid driver’s license, insurance and access to reliable transportationCORE COMPETENCIES:, • Building Collaborative Relationships, • Professional Behavior, • Results-Driven, • Customer Orientation, • FlexibilityYou are responsible for protecting the confidentiality, integrity and availability of all Autism Speaks data and information to which you have access. Autism Speaks is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse, multicultural, and inclusive workplace. We recruit, evaluate, employ, and promote candidates without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender identity or expression, protected veteran or military status, disability or other legally protected status. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply for job openings. Reasonable accommodations will be provided. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. About Autism Speaks: At Autism Speaks, our mission is to promote solutions, across the spectrum and throughout the life span, for the needs of people with autism and their families. We do this through advocacy and support; increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum disorder; and advancing research into causes and better interventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions. Together with our broad and diverse community, we strive every day to achieve our vision of a world where all people with autism can reach their full potential. This mission and vision drive every member of our staff; our employees are inspired, energized and motivated by the impact we can collectively have on behalf of the autism community. Autism Speaks celebrates every success achieved to create a kinder, more inclusive world for people with autism, and we work collaboratively across departments to find solutions that will do the most good for the most people. Just as we strive to enhance lives today and accelerate a spectrum of solutions for tomorrow for people on the spectrum, we also aim to enhance the lives of our dedicated employees, through thick and thin. Salary & Benefits: Autism Speaks offers a competitive compensation, benefit and vacation package. We also provide flex work hours, weekly training sessions, tuition reimbursement and summer bonus Fridays in addition to a creative, innovative, collaborative, inclusive, kind and fun work environment. Autism Speaks is an employer that participates in E-Verify Powered by JazzHR 1JNso7B9mE

Job Description Reports To - VP Advancement Direct Reports - Donor Events & Stewardship Lead, Advancement Services and Analytics Specialist, Donor Relations Associate (to be hired) Status - Regular Full-Time Exempt Location - On site in Downtown Houston, Texas, with flexibility for occasional remote work Schedule - General business hours with some nights and weekends OVERVIEW The Individual Giving and Stewardship Manager leads the Hobby Center’s individual giving strategies, annual fundraising event, and donor engagement programs to drive contributed revenue, cultivate new donors, deepen existing relationships, and build loyalty and advocacy. This role plays a vital part in securing philanthropic revenue to sustain and expand the Hobby Center's programs, serving as a key frontline fundraiser on our growing Advancement team. As the architect of expanded annual giving programs, this position will foster meaningful relationships with donors at all levels and contribute to a culture of philanthropy throughout the organization. In partnership with the VP Advancement, the Individual Giving and Stewardship Manager drives activity expected to raise $2 million in FY26 with that number likely to grow in future years. Along with the rest of the Advancement team, this position also supports the execution of special campaigns and projects as well as strategic plan tactics. You Are: • A relationship-focused fundraiser with a strong track record in individual giving and fundraising events., • Resourceful, proactive and mission-driven., • Inspired by the connection between systems-building and relationship-building., • A collaborative team leader and skilled project manager., • Passionate about the performing arts and committed to community impact. We Are • A vibrant performing arts center in downtown Houston offering a huge range of arts and entertainment experiences., • A connector, convenor, and incubator for all Houston audiences, artmakers, and arts organizations., • An established, stable nonprofit organization engaged in an exciting period of growth and transformation., • Committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of people and ideas and fosters a sense of belonging., • A high-performance culture that is supportive of your professional growth and ability to work in a sustainable, empowered way. FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES Annual Giving & Portfolio Management • Lead the Hobby Center’s individual giving initiatives to maximize donor investment, engagement, and retention., • Design and execute annual giving programs to deepen connections with current donors and expand the base of donor support, including use of direct mail, email, and digital campaigns., • Manage a personal portfolio of mid-level and major donors and prospects., • Shape and lead moves management systems and processes for the full Advancement team., • Provide oversight to donor data systems and ensure data integrity and accurate reporting., • Analyze donor data to inform strategy, segmentation, messaging, performance, and ROI. Annual Fundraising Event • Provide staff leadership to the Hobby Center’s annual fundraising event, serving as a key point of contact for volunteer event leaders and committee members., • Engage internal and external stakeholders to shape the event experience and achieve fundraising goals., • Work with Donor Events and Stewardship Lead to drive event planning and execution, including managing communications, securing vendors, overseeing logistics, defining timeline, and monitoring budget., • Create pre- and post-event engagement plans to extend impact and deepen connections with event prospects and attendees. Donor Stewardship & Communications • Design personalized engagement and stewardship strategies that connect donors to the Hobby Center’s mission, build community, and communicate impact and appreciation across all giving levels., • Develop and implement a comprehensive donor benefit structure and communications calendar with a focus on creating an exceptional and distinctive donor experience., • Partner with other members of the Advancement team to define systems and practices for donor and sponsor recognition and benefit delivery., • Ensure accurate tracking and timely acknowledgement of gifts. Leadership & Collaboration • Partner with the VP Advancement, CEO, Board members and other stakeholders to identify and engage major donors and prospects., • Manage and mentor direct reports, leveraging their strengths and skills to achieve organizational goals., • Partner with the marketing section of the Advancement team to align donor communications with institutional brand and messaging, and collaborate on invitations, campaigns, and stewardship as needed., • Represent the development section in cross-functional planning., • Champion a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performing culture. Growth & Visibility • Build resources and networks for success and collaboration both internally and externally., • Seek relevant professional development opportunities and learning., • Along with other members of the Advancement team, represent the Hobby Center at performances and events and provide support as needed., • Regularly attend the full range of Hobby Center presented programming to stay connected to our artistic work and the patron experience. Responsibilities may evolve to meet organizational needs and employee strengths. REQUIREMENTS & CHARACTERISTICS Requirements • 5+ years experience in nonprofit fundraising., • Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills., • Strong verbal, written, and visual communication skills., • Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and prioritize multiple deadlines effectively., • Confidence across a wide range of professional and social contexts., • Discretion when handling confidential information., • Ability to work at a desk (sitting or standing) and computer for extended periods of time., • A positive, collaborative, and proactive work style. Ideal Skills and Experience • Demonstrated success developing and executing fundraising strategies that deepen relationships and grow contributed revenue, with a focus on individual giving and/or major gifts., • Deep understanding of donor motivations, cultivation and stewardship strategies, and nonprofit fundraising best practices., • Strong experience with event fundraising and history of achievement meeting event goals and creating outstanding experiences., • Familiarity with patron engagement and loyalty programs in the performing arts., • Excellent verbal and visual storytelling skills., • Track record of leading successful teams., • Experience with relevant CRM systems (Tessitura a plus). Attitudes and Behaviors We Value • Embracing continuous growth and learning., • Practicing open, honest communication and conflict resolution., • Taking initiative and increasing ownership over time., • Supporting colleagues and partners to achieve collective success., • Examining and challenging our personal biases., • Celebrating our own and others’ wins, big and small., • Engaging through a lens of opportunity, optimism, and curiosity. COMPENSATION The Hobby Center offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 403b savings plan with matching employer contributions, and paid time off. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $75,000 – $85,000. ABOUT THE HOBBY CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts serves as a connector, convenor and incubator for all Houston audiences, artmakers and arts organizations. Opened in 2002, the campus houses two theaters and welcomes over 400,000 audience members annually to a wide range of arts experiences including the Memorial Hermann Broadway at the Hobby Center series. The Hobby Center is also home to a full season of musical theatre produced by Principal Resident Company Theatre Under the Stars, as well as a variety of diverse performances from both Houston-based and touring artists and companies. Education and accessibility initiatives are central to the Hobby Center’s impact in Houston through programs like the ExxonMobil Discovery Series, sensory inclusive performances, tactile tours, talkbacks, specialized audience services, and master classes for artists and students. The ExxonMobil Discovery Series creates access to engaging arts experiences for thousands of Houston-area students each year. All ExxonMobil Discovery Series performances are offered free of charge to schools, including transportation. The Hobby Center for the Performing Arts is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace.

Job Description ABOUT THE ROLE We're on a mission to end the global housing crisis. Not with handouts, but by helping families in emerging markets buy land with utilities and title, and actually own their homes. This isn't just about shelter; it's about building lasting wealth for generations in thriving communities. Since 2015, we've raised over $100M in philanthropy and $15M+ in private investment. We strategically combine these resources to achieve outcomes that neither could accomplish alone. It's how we actually make things happen. As our full-time Partner, Global Community (Senior Philanthropy Officer), you'll be key to fueling our engine with philanthropy dollars. You'll work directly to nurture the folks already backing us and find new ones. You won't be flying solo. Our CEO, senior leaders, and the sharp minds in our Marketing and Comms team will be right there with you, helping you with prospect qualification, putting together local and international events, and compelling content to engage donors. Your main focus will be cultivating and growing The Builders program. These are high net worth individuals, family foundations, donor-advised funds, and corporate sponsors who commit $50,000+ a year for multiple years. Their money isn't for a one-off project; it covers our daily operations, R&D, and our core work helping communities get on their feet. Simply put, The Builders give us the breathing room to innovate, grow, and help more families truly own their future. If you want to be part of a story creating sustainable and efficient change for vulnerable communities and families, we welcome you to apply. Read our CEOs recent article on our innovative funding and model here. WHERE YOU'LL FOCUS * Raise $1.5-2M in total annual revenue from a portfolio of renewals, new, and lapsed US-based donors * Cultivate a Builders portfolio of 10-15 existing donors and achieve 75%+ annual retention * Close 8-12 Builder opportunities from new or lapsed donors * Generate new prospects through lead generation activities such as network cultivation, event attendance, research, etc. * Follow a metrics-driven strategy with complete and accurate CRM records to support your numbers * Learn and grow into an expert on New Story’s strategy, model, results, and impact * Work with our Marketing and Communication team to plan and execute cultivation and stewardship experiences and events for the Builders throughout the year, including international vision trips WHO YOU ARE * Mission-Aligned: You’re passionate about the generational impact of market-based solutions like our model. When you read this article, it excites you. * Dynamic, Relationship Builder: You're a high-energy, relational fundraiser excited to cultivate and expand our Builders program. * Experienced, Sales-driven Fundraiser: You're an fundraising professional with 7+ years in social impact or nonprofit fundraising, skilled in cultivating relationships with high-net-worth individuals, business leaders, and families, especially faith-driven donors. You have a proven track record of securing 6 and 7-figure gifts and excel at partnering directly with founders or CEOs to build crucial external partnerships. You're an organized and sales-driven team member comfortable with significant travel (~50%) to meet with Builders and prospects. * Autonomous and Entrepreneurial: You're comfortable flying solo and possess deep experience soliciting and successfully securing 6 and 7-figure gifts with minimal assistance. * Bonus: Spanish proficiency is a strong plus. REPORTING STRUCTURE This role sits on our Fundraising team and reports to the Chief Financial Officer with a heavy amount of collaborative time with the CEO, CBO, and MarComms team. LOCATION & COMPENSATION This is a remote, full-time role based in the United States. Given our work, we are prioritizing applicants in Austin, Houston, Dallas, and San Francisco. Salary is contingent upon location. * San Francisco: $120-150k USD + up to 30% bonus ($155-195K potential) * Everywhere else: $100-130K USD + up to 30% bonus ($130-170K potential) BENEFITS Health & Wellness. We believe in thriving communities and that starts with our team being happy and healthy. We offer generous medical, dental, and vision benefits alongside an optional FSA and Dependent Care FSA. We also provide company paid Short-term Disability and Life Insurance to provide additional peace of mind. Unlimited Vacation after the 1st Year. We believe you should have a flexible schedule that makes space for family, wellness, and fun. For the first 12 months, you'll have 12 days of PTO, 11 paid holidays, and YOUR birthday off. After year one, you can enjoy an unlimited vacation policy. Summer and Winter Time Off. We believe rest is critical to getting results. We intentionally pause as a whole company twice per year. Team members take off the first week of July as well as a the week between December 24 and January 1. 5-Week Sabbatical after 5th Year. At the 5-year mark, we celebrate your hard work and dedication with a sabbatical. Team members take 5 weeks off fully paid to rest, recharge, and reflect. Paid Parental Leave. Primary caregivers take 12 weeks paid time off. Secondary caregivers take 6 weeks paid time off. Adoption Reimbursement. For families who are willing to adopt, thank you! New Story will reimburse eligible team members up to $10,000.00 USD for adoption related expenses. 401k Investment Plan. New Story offers 401k investment plan so you can save money for the long-term. Intentional Gatherings. As a remote team, we recognize how valuable and rejuvenating in-person time can be. Whether it’s an all-company Team Summit, Fun Camp for fundraisers, or spontaneous department gatherings, we set aside budget to gather in-person to have fun, reflect, and plan together. Improve Thru Learning. We believe in always learning and leveling up our skills. Whether it's paying for a conference, an online course, or books, an internal Hackathon, a Tea(m) Talk, or a lunch and learn, we invest in each team member so they can be the best at their craft. Trips to the Field. It’s amazing to meet the families we help and see the homes up close and personal. You'll get to visit the work first hand in either Mexico or El Salvador. Prioritization will vary by role. ABOUT NEW STORY New Story unleashes market forces to confront the global housing crisis. While traditional philanthropy and government subsidies cover only 20% of housing needs, New Story leverages private capital markets to create sustainable paths to land and home ownership for underserved families in Latin America. Our land-first approach transforms unutilized land into thriving communities while helping families build generational wealth. We acquire and develop land, build families' creditworthiness, and unlock home financing opportunities—reducing typical development timelines from 10+ years to 2 years. A Y Combinator graduate and four-time Fast Company "World's Most Innovative Company," New Story has created housing solutions across Mexico, El Salvador, Bolivia, and Haiti since 2014. Our team is based across the US and in Mexico City. Usually, you can find us drinking coffee or bubble tea and eating churros wherever we can find them. ABOUT OUR CULTURE Culture is #1 for us. We invest significant time, focus, and resources to building the best environment possible. Why? Over the course of the year we spend a large chunk of our time at work. So at New Story, we want our team to find fulfillment, autonomy, mastery, and joy at work. A workplace where you can bring your whole self. At New Story, you can expect to find a culture that reflects our values: Courage to Pioneer. Through learning, innovation, and iteration, we create transformative solutions and unlock new opportunities for underserved families Humble Pursuit Of Excellence. We focus on the quality of our inputs, building strong personal habits and systems, and bringing our best every day. Extreme Ownership. We take full responsibility for our commitments, tackle challenges proactively, and own outcomes with resilience. Detailed Customer Obsession. We relentlessly seek to understand customer needs and desires, listening with curiosity and learning from feedback to improve. Building Together // Construimos Juntos. We are committed to each other’s success and well-being, knowing that when one succeeds, the entire team wins. A WELCOMING PLACE FOR ALL New Story strives to nurture a welcoming culture of shared values and radical candor for everyone. We welcome all applicants, regardless of background, to submit an application. Black, Indigenous, and people of color are especially encouraged to apply! We know we will only succeed if we have a team who brings a wide variety of perspectives and backgrounds. As an equal opportunity employer, our hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time of hire. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization. Join us. Compensation Range: $100K - $150K

Job DescriptionSalary: Annual Salary Unbound Now is ending human trafficking by identifying victims, supporting survivors, seeking justice, and leading system change. We are motivated by our faith in Jesus and work each day as individuals driven by hope, oriented towards service, and committed to excellence. To learn more about our values, please read ourStatement of Faith. Job Title: Director of Development Job Status:Full-time, exempt Job Location: Houston Office Job Summary: The primary function of the local office Director of Development is to create and implement a strategic plan to secure funding needed to meet the Unbound Now local offices budgetary needs and carry out its mission and vision. Responsibilities include designing and implementing an annual development plan; monitoring and sharing progress toward goals; leading effective fundraising campaigns; facilitating successful fundraising events; engaging and retaining individual, church, and business donors, including building Unbound Nows local office base of recurring donors; stewarding major gifts; and managing foundation relations, grant applications, and reports. Compensation: Annual salary Benefits:Unbound Now offers a generous benefits package including health insurance for employee and family with premiums covered by employer; employer-paid life insurance for employee; and the option to participate in Unbound Now's retirement plan (with 3% salary match after 90 days with a 1-year vesting period). Dental and Vision are available at employee expense. Schedule/Availability: Monday-Friday, 8:30-5:30, occasional evenings and weekends Travel:This position will require frequent travel for partner meetings, training, and team/professional development opportunities, and occasional travel outside the service area for training. Working Conditions:The majority of work is conducted in a standard office environment. Infrequent duties may require exposure to external weather conditions, fumes, odors, or noise. Job Responsibilities: Design and Implementation of Annual Development Plan • Design and implement an annual development plan to secure funding needed to meet Unbound Now's local offices budgetary needs to carry out its mission and vision, • Monitor and share progress toward goals, facilitating regularly scheduled development meetings with the local office Executive Director., • Provide strategic leadership in the execution and management of Unbound Now local office development efforts, including individual giving, donor appreciation, and fundraising events, and church, corporate, and foundation relationships., • Develop and implement Unbound Now local office fundraising campaigns in coordination with Unbound Now HQ and other Unbound Now offices, including but not limited to Giving Tuesday and End-of-Year giving, working with Unbound Nows CRM Specialist to build out and track campaigns in Unbound Nows CRM and Marketing software, Virtuous., • Lead execution of the annual fundraising luncheon by securing sponsorships and table sales, and collaborate with the team to deliver a compelling program that inspires strong financial support for Unbound Now., • Develop key presentations and fundraising reports for stakeholders, including Unbound Now HQ, local Advisory Boards, funders, and volunteers. This work will be done in partnership with the Chief Leadership and Culture Officer (CLCO) during the interim period before a Director of Communications is hired., • Coordinate with the local office leadership to promote key donor relationships, including helping to schedule conversations between the local office Executive Director and key donors and prospects., • Execute the plan for the annual fundraiser luncheon by securing sponsorships and table sales. Work with the team to facilitate a great program that secures support for Unbound Now Create and implement a plan to identify and cultivate new individual, business, and church support., • Identify and prioritize high-potential relationships and opportunities, • Steward and develop Unbound Now local office donor base, designing and implementing appropriate cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship activities, • Nurture and build the Unbound Now local office base of recurring donors, • Coordinate a matrix of donor communication strategies, including phone calls, texts, emails, mailed letters, and in-person visits, • Ensure that donors are properly acknowledged and thanked, • Respond promptly to donor inquiries, • Maintain accurate contact information for Unbound Now local office donors and prospects in Virtuous, as well as using Virtuous for all record-keeping, including documenting interactions with donors and stewardship activities., • Plan and execute meaningful donor appreciation events, • Oversee ongoing donor communication, including the use of Virtuous Marketing and automated workflows. You will perform this function in partnership with the Chief Leadership and Culture Officer (CLCO) and the CRM Specialist until a Director of Communications is hired., • Develop major gifts-related goal setting and fundraising plans and direct activities in support of these goals and objectives, coordinating with the local office., • Develop and propose strategies for the solicitation of major gifts, • Help donors accomplish their philanthropic goals and ambitions through a relationship with Unbound Now's local office, developing individual gift strategy plans for major donors, • Build an annual pool of 20 or more prospective major gift donors to be solicited in the next 12-month period, • Manage an existing portfolio of foundation donors, working to match Unbound Now's local offices needs with funding opportunities., • Develop a plan to build relationships with foundation representatives, understanding the critical role of relationships in working with foundations., • Identify additional foundations with a history or potential to support the Unbound Now local office., • Learn foundation grant cycles and track deadlines for applications and reports., • Develop a plan to solicit donations according to donors expressed requirements and timelines., • Write and submit letters of inquiry., • Develop compelling grant proposals in alignment with Unbound Now local offices case for support and funding needs, community needs, and intended impact., • Meet all funder timelines and expectations., • Ensure timely and accurate reports to institutional funders, • Record/upload all letters of inquiry, proposals, funding requests, awards, and reports in Virtuous, • Ensure that all gifts are expended according to the foundations intent and restrictions by collaborating with the Executive Team, Finance Department, and local office staff., • Ensure appropriate recognition of funders. Desired Outcomes: • Financial provision to meet the budgetary needs and carry out the Unbound Now local offices mission and vision, • Strong network of support, including individuals, churches, foundations, businesses/corporations, and community organizations, yielding diversified and sustainable funding, • Strategic development plan with clear goals, effectively implemented, and regularly scheduled reporting on progress toward goals. Working Relationships: Reports to: CEO Works with: Executive team, Directors, Program Staff, HQ Staff, and Partners Job Requirements: • Mature Christian faith, as evidenced by participation in a local Christian church., • Thorough commitment to the vision, mission, and values of Unbound Now, • Pass all required criminal background checks, • Provide at least three references, • Pass employment authorization check, • Abide by Unbound Now policies at all times, including Unbound Nows Gift Acceptance Policy., • Ability to think strategically, • Excellent administrative skills, detail-oriented, well-organized, • Highly motivated self-starter, • Strong writing and proofreading skills, • Must develop an in-depth understanding of all Unbound Now local office programs and services, and accurately and professionally represent them to donors and prospects, • Appreciation of the transformational giving approach, with commitment to building long-term relationships with donors, • Ability to work effectively in collaboration with others, • Demonstrated competence in the use of technology, with previous experience or willingness and ability to learn Unbound Nows CRM, Virtuous, • Strong work ethic, • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, • Commitment to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information, • Willingness to use personal vehicle for business purposes, and a valid drivers license and car insurance, • Participation in Unbound Now Development Work Group Education & Experience • Bachelors degree (Masters preferred) in nonprofit management, communications, fundraising, or related field., • 5+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, or advancement, including leadership roles., • Proven track record in donor engagement and stewardship strategies., • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Job Description Job Title: Administrative Assistant – Houston, TX Department: Development Reports To: Area Development Director JOB DESCRIPTION The Administrative Assistant performs an unlimited range of secretarial and clerical duties requiring a knowledge of office routine and an understanding of and sensitivity to procedures related to the department and corporation giving in general. Under general supervision of the Area Development Director and the Development Director, the Administrative Assistant position requires initiative, good judgment, and the ability to provide substantial support to the department. ABOUT UNCF The United Negro College Fund (UNCF) has been an engine of educational achievement for more than 80 years. UNCF’s mission is to build a robust and nationally recognized pipeline of HBCU students who, because of UNCF support, become highly qualified college graduates. In addition, UNCF ensures that its member institutions remain respected models of best practices in moving students to and through college. Since its inception in 1944, UNCF has raised over $6 billion in private support, distributed scholarships to help students attend school, and enabled more than 500,000 scholars and low-income students to graduate from UNCF’s member historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and launch professional careers. UNCF is committed to closing the educational attainment gap by increasing postsecondary access and success for student groups, particularly low-income and first-generation students. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: • Functions as the office manager in charge of ordering supplies, maintaining inventory, receiving packages, checking mailbox, requesting equipment maintenance and repair, and other day-to-day operations., • Prepares and maintains a schedule of solicitations, updates action plans, and monitors key deadlines pertaining to event and appeal execution., • Processes and records contributions by donor and by the size of the contribution., • Updates and manages an accurate, neat, orderly, electronic filing system from which files can be easily retrieved by all staff, updates and records on an ongoing basis., • Checks records, forms and reports for completeness, accuracy of content, proper endorsement and conformance to policies/procedures; corrects minor discrepancies and errors independently and brings to the attention of appropriate management., • Prepares and handles routine correspondence, including confidential matters, and treats appropriately., • Answers the phone by the third ring and screens and directs incoming calls to appropriate personnel, preparing clear and accurate messages if not available., • Greeting and receiving visitors and guides to appropriate areas or people., • Coordinates appointments and assists in managing schedules and conference calls., • Arrange meetings, prepare agendas and/or other materials, including the mailing of notices and materials; reserves and prepares facilities, and records and transcribes minutes of meetings as needed., • Receives, opens, dates, processes and distributes incoming correspondence to department staff; coordinates outgoing mailing, receives, and processes responses as needed., • Creates mail merges for mass mailings, types, edits, proofreads and formats documents, spreadsheets, presentations, forms, reports, policies and procedures, and administrative material with a high degree of speed and accuracy., • Assists in maintaining donor records and tracking actions and notes for frontline fundraisers in Raisers Edge on a bi-weekly basis, • Assists with proposal submissions, donor campaign mailings and materials, and contact lists., • Proofreads reports, presentation materials, and business letters including labels and envelopes for grammar, punctuation, and spelling errors., • Prepare e-mails, e-blasts, routine correspondence and periodic reports on the basis of general instructions., • Obtains necessary signatures/approvals for outgoing communications and assures the transmittal of accurate data and information both internally and externally., • Designs and creates new documents in accordance with requests and policies for appropriate review. To include social media posts, graphic design collateral for events, and other items needed to support frontline fundraisers., • Suggests new procedures to improve operating efficiency., • Maintains and updates contact files by working with Raiser Edge staff contact to ensure information is always current: preferred mailing address, email, phone, titles, company name changes, and primary contact. This is performed on a weekly basis, • Arranges and confirms staff travel including accommodations, travel, and car rentals., • Supports and serves as a liaison to other offices/functions as necessary; is cross-trained in other functions., • Coordinates the donor acknowledgement process within 72 hours of gift received., • Prepares, tracks, and troubleshoots invoices and expense reports for approval and payment., • Participates in, prepares agendas for, and takes minutes for routine department and staff meetings., • Performs special projects and assignments and support staff as directed by management., • Maintains an appropriate, professional appearance, and always keeps a neat and clean working station; displays tact and a positive, courteous demeanor at all times, which is critical to successfully interacting with high profile corporations and representing the organization., • Tailors’ communication style to the listener; conducts self in a mature, respectful and pleasant manner, and acts in accordance with all organizational policies, and federal and state regulations., • This position requires travel to attend local events, fundraiser events, and meetings in other cities occasionally. This job has no supervisory responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Associate's degree is desirable. A minimum of 3-5 years of administrative – professional office experience and a previous role in a fundraising/development, marketing, communications, or public relations-affairs department is required. Must have reliable transportation. OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES • Knowledge of O365 with intermediate to advanced knowledge in Word and Excel. Must be proficient in mail mergers and correcting source or cell errors. Must be proficient in the manipulation of Excel formulas., • Excellent phone etiquette; strong organizational, interpersonal and listening skills., • Ability to work under pressure, in a fast paced, deadline-oriented environment, with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality., • Must have experience with complex scheduling and calendar management., • Must have the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously and complete them in a timely manner., • Must display initiative and the ability to work well independently and demonstrate exceptional customer service skills. Benefits include: Medical, Dental & Vision Vacation, Sick & Personal Leave Life Insurance (Basic & Optional) Flex Spending Accounts 403(b) Retirement Account Holiday Savings Plan Annual Success Sharing Salary Range: $50,000.00 To $51,506.00 per year (Salary is commensurate with experience.) This is a hybrid role in Houston, Texas. To learn more about this opportunity and the impactful work of our Development team in Houston, please visit: UNCF is EOE M/F/D/V