Development Director

PragerU•Los Angeles, CA

15h•Remote

About The Position

The Development Director will report directly to the Head of Development and work closely with the CDO, CEO, and other key departments. The role involves engaging with high-net-worth individuals and demonstrating consistent progress and results in a high-volume environment. The position is remote in California or one of the listed states: AZ, CA, FL, IL, IN, IA, NC, NE, OH, OK, TN, or TX. Travel is approximately 20–25% of the time. The salary target is $110,000–$150,000+, with an annual bonus based on personal and company performance and a robust benefits package. The organization promotes American values through educational videos and the creative use of digital media, technology, and edu-tainment. Applicants are asked to review the organization’s website and annual report and submit a resume and cover letter explaining how their values align with the organization and why they specifically want to work there.

Requirements

7–10+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising and/or sales/business development is highly preferred.
Comfort and ability to thrive in a high-volume calling environment.
Highly self-motivated, able to work independently, take initiative, and make sound decisions.
Strong alignment with PragerU’s principles and conservative values.
Exceptional written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Proven ability to act as an ambitious self-starter and uphold high ethical standards.
Excellent time management skills and flexibility in handling varied job responsibilities.
Willingness and ability to travel approximately 20–25% of the time.
Familiarity with the digital ecosystem and social media channels.
Ability to build and cultivate long-term relationships.

Nice To Haves

Experience with fundraising CRM software.
Familiarity with PragerU’s content, presenters, and worldview.

Responsibilities

Proactively engage new leads and existing donors through multiple channels, meeting significant weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual goals for calls, emails, appointments, solicitations, and revenue growth.
Qualify current online donors to identify high-capacity supporters and actively prospect for new donor opportunities.
Maintain accurate and timely donor records in the CRM to support effective stewardship and track funds raised.
Build and manage strong donor relationships at organizational events and represent the organization at external events.
Collaborate with the in-house development team, including data, events, foundations, legacy giving, and fellow fundraisers, to support fundraising strategies.
Stay informed about fundraising trends and best practices in the nonprofit community.