Development Manager

Description Make an Impact as Our Development Manager – Haltom City, TX Are you a people person with a passion for building relationships and driving community engagement? Our faith-based nonprofit is seeking a Development Manager to lead fundraising efforts, cultivate donor partnerships, and organize impactful outreach events in Haltom City, TX. Join our dedicated team and help strengthen our mission while making a difference in the local community. Apply today! Pay: $55,700 - $70,000 per year Benefits • 401(k) • Paid time off • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision insurance • Life Insurance • STD & LTD • EAP Summary & Mission Statement Midwest Food Bank (MFB) is the largest food bank in the U.S. It has ten national divisions, two international operations, and an annual budget of more than $500 million. A key component of the MFB model is volunteerism. Each year, more than 36,000 volunteers join MFB to fight food insecurity. As a faith-based organization, it is the mission of Midwest Food Bank, NFP to share the love of Christ by alleviating hunger and malnutrition and providing disaster relief. Our vision is to serve those in need with excellence, providing physical and spiritual nourishment. Job Role Purpose & Summary The Texas division seeks an enthusiastic and outgoing Development Manager to join our team of 3 full-time staff and the growing volunteer base in Haltom City, Texas. The ideal candidate will thrive on people interaction, possess strong project management skills, and actively contribute to our Christian faith-based culture and mission. The role reports to and works in close collaboration with the onsite Executive Director. The Development Manager will own and execute key components of the fundraising strategy supporting the annual operating budget. Leveraging the resources of an established and national nonprofit brand, this role will be responsible for the donor development locally working with granting foundations, businesses, churches, and households. The Development Manager will lead various community outreach events that increase donor and volunteer engagement, including corporate volunteer recruitment and engagement. Essential Functions • Execute and monitor assigned components of the development plan for the divisional annual operating budget in collaboration with the Texas Executive Director. • Execute strategies for donor acquisition and development of businesses, churches, and households through annual campaign engagement and volunteer recruitment, which includes luncheons and tours. • Execute strategies to engage donors at various giving levels, including major gifts, planned giving, and recurring donations (Share Partners program). • Create personalized cultivation plans, acknowledgment strategies, and recognition programs to foster donor loyalty and retention. • Initiate and own fundraising events. • Partner with the onsite Executive Director to grow key community relationships via speaking engagements, media outlets, and community leaders. Qualifications • 2 years relevant work experience, 5 years preferred. • Bachelor's degree in fundraising, sales, community relations, or related field. • Demonstrated ability to create a team-oriented environment and achieve results through others; experience leading volunteers. • Demonstrated experience in community engagement that is tied to measurable financial gains. • Experience using interpersonal skills to influence a community and maintain a strong brand image, including developing initiatives and executing strategic projects. Work Environment • This position will have an office at the MFB Texas location, with much of the time spent in the community with donors and donor prospects. • Flexible work schedule as necessitated by special events, networking, and hosting of corporate and individual volunteer groups. • Commitment to participate in training, including development of professional skills, education on MFB's policies and procedures, etc. • Periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer in an office setting; periods of movement in a warehouse setting. • Minimal out-of-state travel, as needed, with infrequent evening and weekend obligations. Apply Job!