Development Associate

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Development Associate plays a key role in advancing fundraising goals and cultivating relationships with donors, volunteers, and community stakeholders. Working closely with the Development department and leadership, this position helps implement the annual development plan, support special events, secure sponsorships, and contribute to the capital campaign.

POSITION DETAILS:

• Title: Development Associate; Reports to: Development Director
• Full Time Position; 40 hour/week position
• Starting Salary: $21.00/hour

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Event Planning and Coordination:

a. Assist in the development and execution of events, including logistics

such as determining accessibility, getting quotes, catering, and

materials preparation.

b. Manage fundraising events, including volunteer orientation,

recruitment, and oversight for all fundraising initiatives.

c. Solicit sponsorships, in-kind donations, and auction items to support

fundraising events and organizational needs.

d. Assist with budget tracking and expense reporting for events.

e. Serve as the point of contact for staff, volunteers, and vendors.

2. Fundraising Effort:

a. Assist in the development and execution of the organization's annual

fundraising plan in line with ethical fundraising principles.

b. Contribute to the preparation of grant proposals to secure funding for

the organization’s programs.

c. Foster and maintain relationships with current and potential donors,

volunteers, community stakeholders, and collaborative partners to

further the mission and fundraising objectives.

d. Collaborate with agency leadership on Moves Management

fundraising strategies to build deeper donor relationships and identify

new opportunities.

e. Contribute to the success of the organization's capital campaign by

assisting with planning, donor engagement, and outreach.

f. Ensure agency compliance with grant requirements.

3. Administrative Support:

a. Manage donation tracking and acknowledgment processes through

the fundraising database to ensure accurate and timely stewardship.

b. Support calendar management and scheduling for the Executive and

Development Director to optimize donor development activities.

c. Assist with preparing meeting agendas, taking meeting minutes, and

supporting administrative tasks for development-related committees.

d. Organize and maintain electronic development files, ensuring up-to-date and accessible documentation.

e. Oversee the acquisition of supplies funded through grants, ensuring

effective program deliver

f. Ensuring accuracy and updating of mailing list, and the execution of

timely mailing communications.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• One year experience in the fundraising, event planning, and donor relations

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills

• Demonstrated commitment to the Mandy’s Farm mission and values

• Passion for nonprofit work and commitment to community service

• Be highly motivated, flexible, solutions focused and detail orient

• Demonstrate exemplary multitasking and time management skills

• Proficiency in Google Suite and experience with event management software

(Network For Good and Greater Giving)

• Have valid NM driver’s license and current car insurance

Working Conditions:

• Flexibility to work outside traditional work hours for events/volunteer

groups.

• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds for event setup/breakdown

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Amy Berman, Development Director to Amy@mandysfarm.org by February 20, 2025. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

• Adopt Mandy’s Farm mission statement and be committed to supporting people with disabilities;
• Be able to lead a team; be highly collaborative and responsive;
• Accept responsibility; Be self-motivated and detail-oriented;
• Be solutions focused;
• Have strong communication skills;
• Demonstrate exemplary multi-tasking and time management skills;
• Be over the age of 21;
• Have a High School Diploma or GED;
• Have valid NM driver’s license and current car insurance;

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Los Ranchos de Albuquerque, NM 87107 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21 - $23