E-3 Visa Development Director Jobs
Development Director roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a directly related field, typically nonprofit management, public administration, or a related discipline. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a reliable path for Australian fundraising and development leaders.
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Position Summary:
University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) is dedicated to soliciting the private funding necessary to support the strategic goals of the University in teaching, learning, and research. The personnel of UDAR work university-wide as well as within individual schools and colleges of the University to discover, motivate, cultivate, solicit, and steward alumni, parents, faculty, and friends for immediate, long-range, and future financial support, through gifts and pledges to the University, for critical operations such as student aid, faculty support, academic and research program development, and facilities and infrastructure. UDAR's endeavors raise funds for immediate University use and also for the University's endowment.
The Director of Development, Tandon School of Engineering within University Development and Alumni Relations (UDAR) will develop and execute successful fundraising strategies for a portfolio of high net worth prospects who have the capacity to make $3M - $5M gifts. This position is responsible for raising 7-8 figures annually and maintaining a balanced portfolio dedicated to qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Maintain a discovery prospect pool with an emphasis on qualification that leads to a portfolio of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. Complete a minimum of 100 engagements and/or meetings in-person or virtually. Will involve travel occasionally as University policy allows and is reasonably justified towards building relationships and developing philanthropy.
UDAR encourages work-life integration for our employees, therefore this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.
Qualifications
Required Education:
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred Education:
Master's Degree or completion of a fundraising certificate program
Required Experience:
7+ years relevant experience, or equivalent combination of fundraising experience and education
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to take initiative and collaborate with others
- Working knowledge of various software applications
- Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite
- Ability to travel nationally
- The role is considered to have the experience to develop and manage volunteer and donor engagement strategies to enhance the fundraising team's success
Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
- Intellectual curiosity and interest about topics related to the University's funding priorities
- Engaging conversationalist, active listener, and ability to demonstrate empathy
Additional Information:
In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $128,000.00 to USD $168,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.
NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.
NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Development Director
Align your degree to the role
Development Director positions must qualify as a specialty occupation, so your degree field needs to match the role's requirements. A degree in business, communications, or nonprofit management typically satisfies this, a general arts degree may not without supporting coursework.
Target nonprofits with prior E-3 history
Many nonprofits sponsor E-3 visas but don't advertise it. Search DOL LCA disclosure data to identify organizations that have filed Labor Condition Applications for development or advancement roles in the past two years.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service
Once you have an offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork from start to consulate appointment. Development Directors with complex reporting structures often have LCA job duties that need careful drafting.
Prepare a U.S.-style resume before applying
Australian CVs emphasize different things than U.S. resumes. Reformat to lead with quantified fundraising outcomes, dollars raised, donor retention rates, campaign results, since U.S. hiring managers evaluate development candidates almost entirely on revenue impact.
Confirm the LCA wage level before accepting
Your employer files the LCA with DOL and must pay at least the prevailing wage for your role and location. Request the wage level determination before signing an offer, a Level I wage may undervalue a Director-level role and create problems at the consulate.
Time your consulate appointment around USCIS LCA certification
LCA certification from DOL typically takes seven business days, but your consulate appointment can't proceed without it. Build at least two weeks between your offer acceptance and your target start date to avoid scheduling conflicts at the Australian consulate.
E-3 Visa Development Director: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Development Director jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3 visa sponsorship roles in the U.S. You can filter by job title and industry to surface Development Director positions at organizations that are open to sponsoring Australian candidates, without having to cold-screen employers who don't understand the E-3.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Development Director role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. If the role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, nonprofit management, communications, business, or a related discipline, it typically qualifies. Roles where the employer accepts any degree regardless of field are harder to support. The job description and internal job classification both matter when the consular officer reviews your application.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for a Development Director role?
The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, so you can apply any time of year with a qualifying job offer. The H-1B visa requires registration in March and selection by lottery, with no guarantee of a slot. For Australian Development Directors, the E-3 is the more predictable path. Both visas require the role to qualify as a specialty occupation, so the substantive eligibility criteria are similar.
Can I change employers while on an E-3 as a Development Director?
Yes, but you need to restart the process with the new employer rather than transfer your existing visa. The new employer files a fresh LCA with DOL and you attend a new consulate appointment. There's no portability rule like H-1B's AC21. Plan for a gap of three to six weeks between offer and your start date to account for LCA certification and consulate scheduling.