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Job Description for Development Director

Princeton in Africa (PiAf) is an independent non-profit organization based in Princeton, NJ that helps future leaders develop lifelong connections to the people and nations of Africa. We offer highly selective yearlong fellowships to recent college graduates with organizations across the African continent; we enable our Fellows, through their work, to make significant contributions to Africa’s well-being; and we encourage our Fellows to cultivate meaningful relationships with communities in Africa and with one another. Find out more about us at www.princetoninafrica.org.

To Apply: Please email your resume and a cover letter stating why you are interested in working for Princeton in Africa to jobs@princetoninafrica.org. Include ‘Development Director’ in the title of the email. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, and we encourage early applications. Due to the volume of applications, we are unable to respond to all inquiries. Princeton in Africa does not provide visa sponsorship.

POSITION: The Development Director reports to the Executive Director and works closely with the Program Team.

PURPOSE: Overseeing and managing the organization’s fundraising and development efforts. Enhance the resource mobilization, visibility and outreach efforts of Princeton in Africa, and secure funding and resources to support the organization’s mission and programs.

Job Summary: The Development Director is responsible for leading and managing the fundraising and development activities of the organization. This includes designing and implementing fundraising strategies, cultivating relationships with donors and supporters, grant writing and management, organizing fundraising events, and overseeing the development team.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT AND DONOR CULTIVATION

• In collaboration with the Executive Director, cultivate and maintain relationships with individual donors, foundations, corporations, and other potential funding sources of Princeton in Africa.
• Communicate Princeton in Africa’s mission, vision, and impact to potential donors and stakeholders.
• Manage spring & winter appeals.
• Research and design appeals and special campaigns.
• Work with the alumni board to develop and implement yearly alumni campaign.
• Track all donations and manage donor correspondence throughout the year. 
• Manage all donor records and mailing lists, including the CRM system of PiAf ( Apricot, Terradotta)
• Manage reporting to donors throughout the year, including managing communications from sponsored Fellows.
• Conduct foundation, corporation, and other prospect research, and identify additional fundraising opportunities that fit within our mission.
• Track monthly financial information & prepare reports for the Executive Director & accountant when needed.

FUNDRAISING AND STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP

• Participate in leadership and strategic planning meetings to develop a fundraising strategy that meets annual revenue targets for Princeton in Africa. 
• In collaboration with the Executive Director, develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with Princeton in Africa’s mission, goals, and financial needs.
• Analyze and assess the effectiveness of Princeton in Africa’s fundraising strategies and make recommendations for improvement.
• In collaboration with the Executive Director, develop an African Philanthropy fundraising strategy.
• With supervision of the Executive Director, develop and manage the fundraising budget, ensuring financial goals are met and resources are allocated effectively.
•  Monitor fundraising expenses and revenue to ensure alignment with budgeted targets.
•  Engage the Board to drive revenue.

RESEARCH AND GRANTS WRITING

• Research, identify, and apply for grants from foundations, government agencies, and other grant-making organizations.
• Manage the Princeton in Africa grant application process, including proposal writing, reporting, and compliance with grant requirements.
• Create and manage a grant calendar to track all upcoming applications and reports, collaborating with staff as needed.
• Clearly and effectively draft dynamic, reader-friendly, and high-quality writing proposals.

EVENT PLANNING

• With supervision from the Executive Director, plan, organize, and execute fundraising events to generate financial support and engage with donors and stakeholders.
• Coordinate event logistics, sponsorships, and participant engagement.
• Support the mid-year leadership retreat in Africa when eligible (position is eligible for international travel in year two of employment, contingent on funding availability)

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

• Work with the program team to collect, organize, and share compelling, diverse, and empowering stories from Princeton in Africa. 
• Manage production of all communications materials including PiAf’s bimonthly newsletter, annual report and all email campaigns.
• Creating all print and online marketing materials.
• Maintain PiAf website, including relevant updates for applicants, host organizations and alumni, with the assistance of a website consultant.
• Lead PiAf’s social media campaign, including the creation and measurement of on-message materials for Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. 
• Assist in event management including promotion, vendor coordination & logistical support for the annual benefit, alumni events & recruitment events. 
• Collaborate with the programs team to ensure alignment and integration of development efforts across the organization.
• Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to promote fundraising initiatives and organizational goals.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., nonprofit management, business, marketing).
• 7-10 years of experience in fundraising and development, including successful grant writing and donor cultivation.
• At-least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Solid experience in all areas of philanthropic revenue generation including individual giving appeals, institutional giving, event management, and corporate partnerships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Patience, creativity, and adaptability.
• Willing and available to work occasional nights and weekends throughout the year.
•  Knowledge of InDesign, Photoshop and other design software.
• Knowledge of fundraising software and tools.
• Knowledge of video-editing software is a plus, but not required.
• The ability to communicate easily, respectfully, and sensitively with stakeholders of all ages, generations, ethnicities, and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing multiple priorities and deadlines.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

• Full-time employment.
• Compensation ranges between $80,000-$90,000 based upon experience with the ability to earn up to a 3% annual bonus. 
• Twenty days of vacation leave per year plus holidays.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance offered.
•  401K Retirement Plan.
• Position located in Princeton, NJ with hybrid working arrangement, however, for the right candidate, we may be open to considering candidates based in other locations in the United States.

Job Description for Communications Intern & Program Intern (Spring 2024)

To Apply: Please email your resume and a cover letter stating your availability during the spring and why you are interested in interning with Princeton in Africa to jobs@princetoninafrica.org by Monday, December 18th. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, but we encourage you to apply early as the number of available internship positions is limited.

POSITION: Princeton in Africa is looking for two interns, the Communications Intern and Program Intern, to work with our dynamic program team during the Spring of 2024. This position is open to fully remote or hybrid interns in our Princeton-base office. PiAf will offer a small monthly stipend to all interns, which will be discussed during the interview process. Interns who are enrolled in university will be expected to work 10-15 hours per week on a set schedule. Applicants should indicate in their application whether they are interested in the Communications or Program position, or if they are interested in both.

PURPOSE: Assist Princeton in Africa with keeping all aspects of the office running smoothly by providing programmatic, administrative, and development support. Learn how a non-profit organization and an international fellowship program runs, as well as the interesting work our Fellows and host organizations are doing across Africa!

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Current college student or recent college graduate, with preference for focus on international relations, international development, nonprofit management, African studies, or similar fields related to our work.

• Strong English writing skills.
• Strong Internet research skills.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent organization and communication skills.
• Design or marketing skills a plus
• Self-starter, able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Experience with work in or relating to Africa and/or African Studies coursework is a plus.
• Strong interest in non-profit operations is a plus.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Both interns may be asked to support the team in all aspects listed below. In general, however, the Program Intern will work closely with the Program Staff to support PiAf alumni and Fellows, and the Communications Intern will work on tasks related to social media outreach, website maintenance, drafting communications materials, and development. 

FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM SUPPORT 

• Assist with logistics and preparations for the Fellows Orientation and/or Retreat 
• Assist with organizing and maintaining files and information about host organizations and Fellows
• Assist with curating, organizing, and maintaining databases for Alumni, Donors, Other Stakeholders
• Assist with the creation and dissemination of recruiting materials such as videos, posters and social media posts
•  Assist with other program support, as requested
• Work on one independent long-term program related to the program needs (typical projects include  research, fundraising, marketing or data analysis)

ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT 

• Maintain office hours as agreed upon
• Complete data entry into PiAf’s CRM
• Assist with mass mailings, managing mail, office supplies, and other office logistics as needed
• Assist with other office administrative support, as requested

DEVELOPMENT & EXTERNAL RELATIONS SUPPORT

• Assist with maintaining our website
• Assist with social media management of PiAf
• Assist with the research and outreach of potential funding opportunities
• Assist in event planning for Fellows, alumni or donors
• Assist with other external relations support, as requested