• Must embrace the mission of Academy 4 to connect churches to schools and their communities to mentor 4th graders in leadership. 

• Have knowledge and experience in fundraising techniques, particularly major gift fundraising. 

• Outstanding interpersonal and writing skills. 

• Possess the skills to work with and motivate staff and volunteers. 

• Have the desire and ability to get out of your home office and build external relationships. 

• Be a “self-starter” and goal driven to initiate donor visits and fundraising calls. 

• Be organized and exhibit “follow through” on tasks and goals. 

• Display a positive attitude, showing love and compassion for people and the community, demonstrate versatility in communication, exhibit self-confidence, possess common sense, and listen actively. 

• Be professionally networked in the fundraising community with professional education and/or certification. 

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience is required. 

• 2–5 years of experience in professional fundraising or a related field is required

• Meet with prospective donors and supporters on a continual basis to establish effective communications with them. 

• Develop and implement a major gifts program including identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major donors in Dallas 

• Work toward long-term fundraising goals established and agreed upon at the time of hire. 

• Seek and assist with grant funding opportunities including research, proposal writing, and reporting requirements. 

• This is a hybrid position that combines remote work with in-person responsibilities across the Greater Dallas area. 

• The Dallas Manager of Development will attend Academy 4 program sites as needed to introduce the program to prospective donors and build meaningful community connections. 

• Assist VP of Development in an annual fund program, including mailings and annual fundraising drives. 

• Coordinate fundraising special events in the Greater Dallas area. 

• Oversee prospective donor research in Greater Dallas area. 

• Make public appearances & accept speaking engagements to share information about Academy 4 with the community. 

• Participate in Committee meetings. 

• Assist in fundraising database and tracking systems. 

• Collaborate on publications to support fundraising activities. 

• Assist in appreciation and retention programs. 

• Always demonstrate professional conduct. 

• Perform other related duties as requested.

Competitive/commensurate with experience and other qualifications. 

Starting Salary $75,000