Development Specialist

BROOKLYN, NYPosted 23 days ago

Job summary

• Job post source

  This job is directly from Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York

• Job overview

  The Development Specialist at Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is responsible for planning and managing development activities to support fundraising and donor engagement, contributing to the organization's financial sustainability and mission success.

• Responsibilities and impact

  The role involves planning and executing fundraising events, managing donor relationships, supporting grant writing, coordinating volunteer committees, and collaborating with various internal and external stakeholders to meet development goals.

• Experience and skills

  Candidates should have at least three years of fundraising experience, proficiency with Microsoft Office and fundraising software like Raiser’s Edge and Virtuous, strong organizational and project management skills, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

• Work environment and culture

  The organization values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, emphasizing a collaborative and mission-driven work environment that serves diverse communities.

• Company information

  Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York has a long history of serving children, youth, adults, and families of color, with over 250 years of combined experience through its affiliated organizations.

• Team overview

  The Development Specialist reports to the Director of Major Gifts and works closely with the Strategy, Development and Communications team, Senior Executive Committee, program leadership, board members, and volunteers.

• Job location and travel

  This full-time hybrid position is based in Brooklyn or Wading River, New York, with required travel to affiliated locations in New York City and other sites as needed.

• Unique job features

  The role offers a hybrid work schedule, involves diverse fundraising events including galas and golf outings, and requires occasional work outside normal hours for events.

Company overview

Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing support and services to children, families, and individuals in need. They make a difference through foster care, adoption, and residential treatment programs, as well as offering community-based services to promote family stability and individual well-being. Founded in 1929, the organization has a long history of adapting to the evolving needs of the community, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive compassionate care and support. Their revenue is primarily generated through government contracts, grants, and donations, allowing them to continue their mission of empowering those they serve.

How to land this job

• Position your resume to highlight your experience in planning and executing fundraising events such as galas, golf outings, and donor cultivation events, emphasizing your project management and organizational skills.

• Focus on your ability to manage donor relationships, particularly mid-level donors, and your proficiency with donor management software like Virtuous or Raiser’s Edge to track and report fundraising progress.

• Apply through multiple channels including Little Flower Children and Family Services of New York's official corporate website and LinkedIn job postings to maximize your visibility for the Development Specialist role.

• Connect with current employees in the Strategy, Development, and Communications teams at Little Flower on LinkedIn; start conversations by mentioning your shared passion for nonprofit missions or asking about recent fundraising campaigns they found impactful.

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