Development Coordinator – The Center for Planning Excellence (CPEX)
Date Posted: February 10, 2026
Contact Person: Liz Goad, Development Director, lgoad@cpex.org, 225-267-6300
General Summary
CPEX seeks a full-time Development Coordinator to help sustain and grow philanthropic and individual support. This position combines two complementary functions: (1) individual giving: executing and expanding CPEX’s membership initiative, including member communications, engagement, and relationship management systems; and (2) proposal development: coordinating the proposal development process for philanthropic grants, RFPs, and other opportunities, including writing, editing, and managing grant proposals and reports.
The ideal candidate is an exceptional writer and communicator with strong project management skills and a keen attention to detail. This role suits someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, can work independently, and enjoys building relationships that drive meaningful impact.
The Development Coordinator should have experience developing compelling, tailored proposals and translating complex ideas into clear, persuasive narratives. They will ensure that CPEX’s voice, quality standards, and professionalism are consistently reflected across all grants, membership communications, and donor interactions. And importantly, we are looking for someone who is aligned with and passionate about CPEX’s mission.
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URL: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4370811163
Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000
Events and Development Manager – Knock Knock Children's Museum
Date Posted: January 21, 2026
Contact Person: Nicole LeBlanc-Smith, nsmith@knockknockmuseum.org
General Summary
Knock Knock Children's Museum is seeking a full-time Events and Development Manager to help plan and perform a variety of development functions, including: fundraising and donor cultivation events and the execution of annual fund drives, campaigns, and annual appeals aimed at growing Knock Knock's base of philanthropic support. This person will help, plan, and execute signature fundraising events, including our annual gala: Storybook Soirée. Additionally, the Events and Development Manager will be responsible for administrative duties in the Development department, including: accurate record keeping, grant research and tracking, and supporting the coordination of stewardship activities and relationship management with donors, members, visitors, volunteers, and museum stakeholders. As an important player on the Knock Knock team, the Events and Development Manager will report to the Development Director and work in close collaboration with the Board of Directors, the Young Leaders Board, and other valued museum volunteer groups and staff.
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URL: https://knockknockmuseum.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1679548
Salary Range: $53,000 - $55,000
Director of Development – Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation (LAWFF)
Date Posted: August 26, 2025
Contact Person: Kell McInnis, kmcinnis@lawff.org
General Summary
The Director of Development will lead fundraising efforts to support the mission of the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Foundation (LAWFF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. This role will report directly to a designated member of the Executive Committee of the LAWFF Board and will be instrumental in building a sustainable and diversified funding base for the LAWFF. This is a contract position with potential to become a full-time exempt position in the 2026 calendar year.
The successful candidate should be a self-starter who can work independently and create a development division from the ground up. The candidate should be familiar with planned giving and acquainted with conservation groups, non-profits and governmental agencies such as CPRA. The candidate should have experience with comprehensive fundraising campaigns and have a working knowledge of Louisiana’s philanthropic community. A personal interest or direct involvement in conservation activities is also desired. The selected candidate should have the desire and ability to travel extensively within the state/region and will be expected to reside in a mutually agreed upon location within the assigned work area.
This position offers an incredible opportunity to be part of a new team that will significantly impact the LDWF’s ability to fund conservation efforts, enhance education and increase the public’s use of the resources that the LDWF has to offer.
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URL: https://www.lawff.org
Salary Range: Prorated equivalent to $100,000 - $120,000/year, based on experience and qualifications; the annual contract amount will be $100,000 - $120,000 and the amount paid in this calendar year will be prorated based on the start date.