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Midwest Food Bank · 1 day ago

Development Manager

Midwest Food Bank is a national, faith-based organization focused on alleviating hunger and providing disaster relief. The Development Manager will work closely with the Executive Director to refine and execute fundraising strategies, engage donors, and oversee fundraising events to support the organization's mission.

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Responsibilities

Define and monitor development strategy for divisional annual operating budget in collaboration with the Executive Director and MFB Chief Resource Officer
Initiate and oversee fundraising events
Develop strategies and be responsible for donor acquisition and development for granting foundations, businesses, churches, and households
Develop strategies to engage donors at various giving levels, including major gifts, planned giving, and recurring donations (Share Partners program)
Create personalized cultivation plans, acknowledgement strategies, and recognition programs to foster donor loyalty and retention
Develop and implement innovative fundraising campaigns, leveraging online platforms, social media, and peer-to-peer fundraising strategies
Support the Executive Director in advancing MFB’s grant efforts through research, relationship building, grant submissions, and grant reporting
Partner with onsite Executive Director to grow key community relationships via speaking engagements, media outlets, and community leaders
Model MFB’s five core values: Serving Those in Need, Empowering Volunteers, Embracing Our Communities, Working with Integrity, and Executing Through Teamwork
Foster a Christ-centered culture and nurture volunteers in support of job role
Network with peers locally and nationally and across the MFB organization

Qualification

Fundraising experienceDonor development strategiesDatabase management softwareInterpersonal skillsProfessional communicationCustomer service skillsNetworking skillsProblem-solving skillsTime management skills

Required

Minimum of 5-years of increasing responsibility and scope of fundraising experience in Pennsylvania desired, or relevant business/sales experience
Experience using interpersonal skills to influence a community and maintain a strong brand image
Comfort navigating social events and networking opportunities with affluent clientele
Proven initiative, problem-solving, organization, and time management skills
Strong professional communications, verbal, written, and customer service skills

Preferred

Fundraising experience in faith-based nonprofits desired but not essential
Bachelor's degree desired but not essential
Office 365 and Salesforce or other database management software proficiency preferred

Benefits

401(k)
Paid time off
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life Insurance

Company

Midwest Food Bank

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Midwest Food Bank is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping alleviate hunger.

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Eric Hodel
Chief Executive Officer
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