The Director of Development position offers a high-impact leadership role in a small, mission-driven
organization at a pivotal moment of growth. The Director will work closely with an engaged Executive
Director and Board to shape AFSO’s fundraising strategy, deepen relationships with donors, and build
sustainable, long-term funding. This role offers meaningful autonomy, global impact, and tangible results
from thoughtful, relationship-based fundraising—without the bureaucracy of a large institution.
Afghan Female Student Outreach (AFSO) is an international collective of volunteer professors teaching
classes and building a pathway forward for university women in Afghanistan. We educate university
women at all levels who seek an academic bridge toward enrollment in a degree-granting institution. Our
long-term goal is to educate the future leaders of Afghanistan.
Responsibilities
Individual Giving & Major Gifts
● Lead donor cultivation and stewardship
● Design and grow a Major Gifts program
● Manage AFSO’s donor CRM, including donor segmentation, reporting, and data integrity
● Oversee donor communications, including appeals, acknowledgments, and newsletter
Campaigns & Fundraising
● Plan and manage a limited number of fundraising campaigns or events per year
● Coordinate volunteer and Board involvement in campaigns and donor outreach
Grants & Institutional Support
● In collaboration with the Executive Director and the Board, research and track grant opportunities
● Coordinate application materials, deadlines, and reporting
Communications & Visibility
● Provide strategic direction for AFSO’s social media and digital outreach; coordinate posting
schedules and messaging
● Work with the Executive Director and others to maintain a current, accurate website
● Support the development and distribution of an Annual Report
● Identify and support speaking and visibility opportunities for AFSO leadership