JOB DESCRIPTION: DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

PRINCETON-IN-ASIA
Princeton in Asia (PiA) is a non-profit organization located at Princeton University with 118 years of history
providing immersive experiences in Asia to recent college graduates. The mission of PiA, consistent since its
founding, is to promote goodwill and understanding and facilitate in every way the free interchange of the best
ideals of the civilizations of East and West. PiA fosters mutual appreciation and cultural understanding by
connecting service-minded graduates and partner organizations in Asia through immersive work experiences that
transform perspectives, cultivate long-lasting relationships and benefit local and global communities. PiA
currently facilitates 145 year-long fellowship and summer internship opportunities in 19 Asian countries,
contributing to the issues of access to education, access to information, public health, environmental
sustainability, economic development and social justice. PiA is the oldest and largest program of its kind, drawing
applicants from over 150 colleges and universities and boasting a vibrant community of 3500 committed alumni
from across the world.
PiA is currently administered by a staff of six professionals, with its headquarters on campus at Princeton
University in Princeton, NJ and a field office in Singapore. PiA is an independent, not-for-profit 501 (c)(3)
organization with a notably engaged Board of Trustees, $5 million endowment to support PiAs programs and an
annual operating budget of approximately $900,000.
Reporting to the Executive Director (ED), the Development Director (Director) will spearhead development
efforts as PiA prepares for growth. A new position in the organization, the Director will have the opportunity to
build the development function and will be responsible for all aspects of the development program, with the key
objective of building the infrastructure needed for a robust, enhanced individual giving program. The Director
will work closely with the Board Development Committee to support the Committees active cultivation,
solicitation and stewardship of donors. The Director will also work closely with the Director of Alumni Relations
and will be a key member of PiAs vibrant, global team. The post holder will be expected to travel domestically,
and potentially internationally.
Key Responsibilities:

Work with Executive Director and Board Development Committee to establish PiAs short- and
long-term development goals, strategies and tasks to meet institutional strategic goals and priorities
Identify and research, and work with Executive Director and Development Committee to cultivate,
solicit and steward individual annual, major and planned giving prospects and donors
Design and implement fundraising strategies and appropriate follow-up action, including solicitation
materials, correspondence and reports as necessary to promote donor participation, recognition,
retention and renewal
Build volunteer infrastructure and leverage Alumni Association to engage PiA community in
fundraising efforts
Fine-tune, enhance and manage the implementation of PiAs database of Alumni and Friends to
contribute to development efforts and communications
Oversee data entry and gift processing and ensure timely administration of donor acknowledgments
Develop and track proposals and prepare reports for all foundation fundraising, targeted gifts and
special restricted funds
Oversee organization of development events in collaboration with Director of Alumni Relations
Partner with Communications Director to drive communications that support PiAs development
goals, targets donors and articulates PiAs mission, vision, programs and accomplishments
Work with Communications Director in the production of all collateral materials, including website,
annual report, periodic newsletters, letters to constituents and donor materials

Professional Experience/Qualifications
An undergraduate degree is required, along with a minimum of 1-3 years of hands-on development
and/or communications experience
Superior communication skills, with the ability to present a strong case for giving to PiA through
eloquent, effective and appropriate correspondence quickly and under pressure
Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to be an effective ambassador for PiA and interact
credibly with and inspire personal commitment among diverse groups of stakeholders, including high
net worth individuals, executives and Board members
Strong prospect research and organizational skills; keen attention to detail
Excellent computer analytical and database skills; knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, iMovie and
FinalCut a plus
Proven ability to engage, motivate and manage volunteers
Demonstrated interest and experience in Asia, preferably including work and travel in Asia (ideally on
PiA or a similar program) a plus
Personal Characteristics
Passion for the mission of Princeton in Asia
Ability to work with and relate to a variety of diverse individuals and within broad cultural contexts
Poised, proactive, confident, organized self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit and the willingness,
enthusiasm and stamina to develop and execute a variety of fundraising tasks
Ability to make decisions, prioritize, manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced
environment
A strategic, goal-oriented thinker
Excellent judgment and the ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality
Humility, sense of humor
Flexibility, adaptability
Inquiries, applications and salary requirements should be made no later than February 19 by email to:
Maggie Dillon
Executive Director
pia@princeton.edu
http://www.princeton.edu/~pia