The ideal candidate will be a relationship-builder who is responsible for the overall management of donor relations, soliciting foundation and corporate grants, as well as local government contracts and managing fundraising initiatives with a goal of building the organization’s profile in the local community & increasing financial sustainability.

 Responsibilities

• Develop & execute strategies for financial growth
• Cultivate & maintain communication with current & prospective donors
• Identify, develop, & track grant proposals & complete reports for foundation & corporate funders
• Take ownership for NAMIWalks Mercer County, working collaboratively with staff and committees on all fundraising initiatives & events
• Develop marketing collateral related to fundraising, including utilization of social media
• Manage the donor data base, especially as it relates to donor entries & gift-processing, as well as event management
• Develop & execute annual Development Plan
• Provide staff leadership for Development Committee & sub-committees’ meetings