Development Director

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Work closely with Executive Director, CEO and Board of Directors External Committee to develop and implement fundraising strategies to meet annual and long-range goals.
• Develop, manage and evaluate all fundraising activities to ensure annual revenue goals are achieved.
• Research, develop, cultivate, engage, solicit and steward a portfolio of prospects, corporate partners and major donors in the Food Bank’s six‑county service area.
• Proactively develop and implement strategies, grant requests, events, outreach and donor calls, and fundraising requests to support programs and activities of FBNI.
• Partner with Executive Director, CEO and others in making solicitations as appropriate.
• Research public and private grant agencies and foundations to identify other sources of funding for FBNI and may serve as grant writer or collaborate with the Executive Director/CEO to pursue these opportunities.
• Represent FBNI at community meetings and events and serve as a media spokesperson as appropriate.
• Coordinate direct marketing activities with third‑party fundraising firm to maximize revenue opportunities.
• Prepare proposals and presentations to engage potential sponsors and stakeholders.
• Oversee administration of donor database; utilize donor reports and data to inform fundraising strategies and maximize revenue.
• Coordinate the design, publication and distribution of marketing and communication materials for resource development purposes.
• Serve as a member of the senior management team at FBNI to help shape organizational strategy.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and CEO.

Minimum Qualifications for Education, Training and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Philanthropy, Public Leadership, Business Management or related field is required or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous work experience in a non‑profit organization is required.
• Minimum of three years of demonstrated fund development experience with a proven record of achieving fund development goals through corporate and major gift cultivation and stewardship.
• Previous work experience developing and executing signature fundraising events.

Required Background, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Self‑starter who is goal‑driven in initiating donor and sponsorship visits and inquiries.
• Demonstrated knowledge and success in donor cultivation and fundraising techniques.
• Demonstrated relationship building.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups with a team approach and successful results.
• Ability to be a strong team player, work independently and collaborate with others as appropriate.
• Exhibit strong verbal, written, presentation, planning, time‑management and organizational skills. Ability to write, edit and proofread correspondence and presentation materials for accuracy and style.
• Must be detail‑oriented, with the ability to plan, prioritize, take initiative, resolve problems, meet deadlines and multi‑task.
• Demonstrated negotiation and problem‑solving skills.Ability to make independent decisions.
• Must have high integrity and a strong work ethic.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Donor Perfect database is preferred and self‑supporting as to computer and clerical needs.

Benefits of Working at the Food Bank of Northern Indiana

• Eleven holidays – New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
• Vacation and Sick Days – prorated for the first year based on hire date/available after 90 days.
• Health Insurance – available the first month following 60 days of employment. Dental Insurance – free to employee regardless if covered under health insurance policy.
• Hearing and Vision Insurance – free to employee covered under health insurance policy.
• Life Insurance – free to staff member ($25,000 policy).
• Cell Phone Reimbursement – up to $60 per month.
• Short Term Disability Insurance – eligible the first month following 60 days of employment.
• Simple IRA – eligible after 90 days during open enrollment period which is November 1 with a 3% Food Bank of Northern Indiana contribution.

How to Apply

Please email a cover letter and resume to or view the posting on the following sites:
• Indeed
• Indiana Career Connect
• LinkedIn
• Feeding America
• Indiana Chamber
• Foundation List

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