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Musana · 1 day ago

Development Associate

Kentucky, United States

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$55K/yr - $65K/yr

5+ years exp

Musana is a faith-driven organization focused on building self-reliant communities through enterprise. They are seeking a Development Associate to lead fundraising efforts in Kentucky and Tennessee, working to cultivate donor relationships and plan events that engage supporters.

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Responsibilities

Partner with the CAO and development team to set ambitious, measurable goals for the region

Cultivate and grow relationships with existing and new donors, including individuals, businesses, and faith-based organizations

Conduct 10+ donor meetings per month (face-to-face or virtual)

Drive growth and retention of donors, guiding supporters along their giving journey

Collaborate with the Communications Coordinator to maintain consistent, personalized donor communications

Plan, coordinate, and execute donor events and fundraising initiatives to deepen engagement and support

Support fundraising campaigns and events through relationship-building and donor engagement

Track, report, and analyze donor activity to inform strategy and maximize results

Network locally with churches, faith communities, and other organizations to expand Musana’s footprint

Work closely with the broader development team to share insights, coordinate outreach, and contribute to team strategy

Qualification

Nonprofit development experienceDonor cultivationRelationship managementCRM experienceDigital marketing softwareCustomer-service mindsetCommunicationInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsSelf-motivated

Required

Must reside in the Kentucky/Tennessee region

Deep alignment with Musana's mission and Christian faith; sees this role as a ministry and service opportunity

Minimum 5 years of experience in nonprofit development, sales, or relationship-driven fundraising/business development, including donor cultivation, stewardship, or client relationship management

Highly self-motivated, organized, and results-oriented; able to thrive in a remote, autonomous environment

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to inspire and engage donors

Customer-service mindset; goes above and beyond to ensure donors feel valued

Willingness to travel within the US quarterly and to Uganda at least once per year

Experience with a CRM like Raiser's Edge or similar, Microsoft Office and Google Suite products, digital marketing software and Canva