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Director of Programs
Supervisor: Chief Development Officer Division: Foundation Department: Foundation Date Updated: October 2026 Position Type: Exempt
Summary This position is responsible for supporting the philanthropic efforts of Gamma Phi Beta Sorority and the Gamma Phi Beta Foundation. This role will support collegiate chapter fundraising efforts for philanthropic partners and administer financial aid and Foundation grant programs.
Responsibilities
Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. · Supervise philanthropy volunteer team leader by providing training and development through regular one-on-one calls, team meetings and team calls. · Manage collegiate chapter philanthropy efforts by providing approval for chapter fundraising events, engaging in reconciliation for funds raised through Moonball and other collegiate chapter philanthropy events. · In conjunction with the Accounting department, reconcile funds raised for donation to philanthropic beneficiaries. · Serve as a resource for connecting Gamma Phi Beta’s philanthropic partners to collegiate chapters. · Manage the Scholarship Committee to administer Gamma Phi Beta Foundation’s annual scholarship and fellowship programs by collecting applications and communicating with applicants and recipients. · Manage the Loyalty Grants Subcommittee to administer Gamma Phi Beta Foundation’s Loyalty Grants program by collecting applications and communicating with applicants and recipients. · Establish success metrics and measurable outcomes for scholarships, grants, and philanthropy programs. · Partner with Chapter Services staff to administer chapter grants program for collegiate chapters. · Partner with Accounting staff to disperse financial aid and Foundation grant funding. · Partner with Accounting staff to monitor grant and scholarship funding allocations. · Create and revise financial aid, leadership and other grant program procedures to establish systematic and routine processes for management. · Develop and manage program budgets. · Identify opportunities for process improvement and technology utilization. · Drive continuous improvement across Foundation programs. · Lead Foundation Room opportunity drawing and silent auction at Convention. · Oversee endowment report production and distribution to donors.
Education/Experience Bachelor’s degree required from a four-year college or university, and two to four years related experience.
Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of spreadsheet software (Excel); word processing software (Word); electronic mail software (Outlook); database software (iMIS); presentations software (PowerPoint); grant application and distribution software (SmarterSelect); fundraising software (CrowdChange) and project management software.
Other Skills, Abilities and Qualifications
- Significant night and weekend work commitments. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule to include travel or participation in evening and/or weekend conference calls or in-person meetings as directed.
- Highly organized, accurate and efficient in developing and executing processes and procedures.
- Excellent writing, editing and communication skills.
- Excellent follow-through and attention to detail.
- An understanding of philanthropic fundraising efforts is preferred.
- Ability to prioritize projects.
- Collaborative and effective work practices while meeting applicable deadlines.
- Ability to travel as requested.
- Ability to participate in evening and/or weekend conference calls and meetings.
- Gamma Phi Beta or fraternity/sorority membership is preferred.
- Understanding of nonprofit organizations and volunteer management is a plus.
Business-Related Contacts International Headquarters staff, Foundation Board of Trustees, Sorority volunteers, Foundation volunteers, Sorority members and external partners, as applicable.
Location This position is eligible for remote employment.
Benefits and Compensation Compensation is commensurate with experience, education and work location. The hiring range for this role is $62,000 to $72,000 annually. Gamma Phi Beta offers a full benefits package with an excellent paid time off package that includes 12 days of vacation plus sick time, personal days, holidays and two weeks of additional paid time off over the office’s winter break. Benefits include health, life, disability, vision and dental insurance coverage and participation in Gamma Phi Beta’s 401(k) plan after a year of eligible service.