Part Time Fundraising Specialist

At Utah Food Bank, we believe that every team member has the power to create real change in the lives of those we serve. Since 1904, weve been committed to Fighting Hunger Statewide, and were inviting you to join our efforts.

Our growing team works collaboratively in a mission-driven, inclusive, and supportive culture. With the addition of seven new statewide facilities, were ready to make an even greater impact and we need people like you to help us achieve it.

Working here isnt just a job; its a purpose. From partnering with local communities to engaging with dedicated volunteers, youll see the results of your efforts every day. Together, we work tirelessly to achieve our mission of Fighting Hunger Statewide.

If youre ready to use your skills and passion to make a meaningful difference, lets talk. Learn more about us at utahfoodbank.org

*We are requesting a cover letter, one professional email & one other professional writing sample along with your resume*

The Fundraising Specialist is central to the fundraising effort for Utah Food Banks Mobile School Pantry program. This includes communicating with donors and sponsors, visiting program sites, and applying for funding. In addition to these responsibilities, the Fundraising Specialist will conduct research, assist with larger grants, and assist with gift acknowledgement as needed. They will record all interactions with donors in our CRM, Raisers Edge NXT. Responsibilities include assistance with other development areas, such as events, gift processing and other Development Department focuses.

Duties:

Maintain appropriate, consistent communication with program donors

Complete shorter grant requests and reports

Assist with larger grants and other projects

Work closely with program staff to ensure that Mobile School Pantry program Google docs are accurate and regularly updated

Maintain detailed records on donors, prospective donors, proposal submissions, approvals and requirements, and funding communications in the Raisers Edge database NXT CRM and other internal systems

Prepare and mail acknowledgement letters to funders

Collaborate with staff in Development, Inventory, Finance and Programs Departments to execute Utah Food Bank initiatives

Conduct tours of Utah Food Banks Salt Lake City warehouse

Attend and assist with special events

Intentionally promote diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to build a positive work culture and environment

Other duties as assigned

Bachelors degree in applicable field plus 1 year of research/writing/experience in the non-profit sector OR 4 years of directly related professional experience

Excellent writing, communication and organization skills

Facility with data, spreadsheets, and research

Strong time management skills

Able to plan, manage, delegate and follow-through on multiple projects

Very strong teamwork skills and experience working in team environment

Windows and MS Office experience

Proficient in database usage and data analytics, Raisers Edge NXT preferred

Ability to maintain confidentiality of donors and other protected information

Flexible, organized, friendly and professional

High standard of professional ethics

Physical Requirements:

The work is mainly sedentary. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, books, small parts; driving an automobile, etc. No special physical demands are required to perform the work. During peak seasons, all UFB staff may be asked to assist with receiving donations, picking up donations or other customer service work outside the normal scope of duties.

Utah Food Bank provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color,religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.