Staff Officer

Kappa Delta Foundation Director of Development Full-Time Exempt Remote or Memphis, TN (candidates in proximity to Memphis, TN required to work in office 4-days) The Advancement Officer is responsible for identifying, cultivating and soliciting a portfolio of donors with the capacity to make mid- and major-level philanthropic investments. This role is critical to growing revenue, advancing donors through the giving pipeline, and supporting campaign execution for the Kappa Delta Foundation. The Advancement Officer manages 100-150 donor and prospect relationships, with measurable goals tied to donor movement, upgrades, retention, and campaign participation. Reporting to the Director of Development, this role works closely with the Senior Advancement Officer and Foundation team to execute personalized cultivation and solicitation strategies aligned with annual, multi-year, and campaign goals. This position is ideal for a relationship-driven fundraiser who enjoys strategic prospecting, meaningful donor conversations, and advancing women's leadership through philanthropy. Actively move donors through the pipeline from qualification to solicitation. Develop and implement personalized strategies using phone, email, video, and written correspondence. Prospect Development & Pipeline Growth Support planning and execution of Foundation fundraising initiatives, including comprehensive or phased campaigns. Reporting & Data Management Record all donor interactions in the Foundation's CRM within48 hours. This role is instrumental in advancing the Kappa Delta Foundation's fundraising growth by: Expanding and strengthening the major and mid-level donor pipeline Driving donor movement aligned with Foundation priorities and revenue goals Willingness to travel for donor visits, cultivation, solicitation, and events as directed. Strong computer skills,proficiency in Microsoft Word,Excel and PowerPoint with the ability to learn new technology quickly Experience with a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system and moves management process is a plus Willingness to travel (up to 25%) for conferences and donor cultivation,solicitationand events. Membership in Kappa Delta Sorority or another Greek organizationis a plus

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able tooperate a computer and navigate applications with a smart phone,computer, andor tablet. Must be able to use hand and arms for repetitive movement such as movement of wrists, hands, and fingers while typing. Mustbe able to converse with colleagues via phone and computer programs. When working remotely work should be performed in a private, quiet space with minimal background noise.