West Alabama Nonprofit Job Board

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Girl Scouts of North-Central Alabama

Position Title: Fund Development Manager – Corporate and Event Sponsorship
Reports To: Chief Development & Communications Officer
Classification: Exempt

Position Summary:

The Fund Development Manager plays a key role in supporting the financial sustainability of Girl
Scouts of North-Central Alabama by managing sponsored event fundraising and coordination,
and assisting with other fundraising initiatives and donor relations. The person in this position
helps secure funding from corporations, foundations, and partner agencies, ensuring continued
support for the mission of GSNCA and its programs. In addition, this person maintains and
updates the donor database for GSNCA. The ideal candidate is an organized and proactive
professional who thrives in relationship-building, event management, and corporate and
community relations.

Primary Accountabilities:

Corporate Sponsorships and Community Partnerships
• Develop and manage corporate sponsorship strategies to secure funding for program
events, membership community outreach programs, cookie program, and training events.
• Create donor and sponsor packets and meet with prospective donors.
• Identify and cultivate corporate sponsors and community partners to support Girl Scout
programming through financial contributions and in-kind donations.
• Maintain the appointment calendar for the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Development
and Communications officer for meetings with prospective donors.
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to align sponsorships and partnerships
with the needs of program events for girls.
• Ensure corporate sponsor benefits are fulfilled and maintain strong relationships with
sponsors and partners to encourage continued support.
• Plan and coordinate to ensure the successful execution of sponsored program events.
Fundraising and Donor Relations
• Maintain accurate records of proposals and supporting documentation, updating the fund
development calendar with timelines for submission and reporting deadlines.
• Collaborate with the Chief Development and Communications Office to prioritize donor
cultivation, including creating donor portfolios and call lists to solicit major gifts through
personal meetings and stewardship activities.
• Attend partner agency community events, monthly/quarterly meetings, campaign kickoffs,
and other partner initiatives as requested, securing representation if unavailable.
• Facilitate tours of Girl Scout DreamLab and camp properties for donors and beneficiaries to
demonstrate the impact of donations, deepen donor commitment, and encourage use of
such properties for partner events (ie: conferences, annual meetings, special events, etc.).
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• Assists in collaborating with staff from other departments to gather information for articles
and provides editorial support to publish a quarterly donor relations newsletter.
• Uses social media effectively to communicate and attract new donors and partners.
• Maintain donor software by entering all donations and ensuring timely recognition.
• Assists with donor recognition event planning and facilitation.

Other Responsibilities
• Participate in all assigned staff meetings and attend training events as appropriate.
• Provide reports to management in a complete and timely manner.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:
• A bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, business, or a related field is preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in fundraising
• Strong communication skills with the ability to craft compelling messages.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and donor management software.
• Ability to travel within North-Central Alabama and occasionally work evenings or
weekends as required.

Competencies and Skills:
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diplomatically and effectively with
diverse groups.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances with flexibility and responsiveness.
• Upholds confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Demonstrates critical and creative thinking to solve problems efficiently.
• Strong understanding of fundraising principles and solicitation techniques.
• Passion for and commitment to the mission and values of the Girl Scout Movement.
• Exceptional ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Adheres to the AFP Donor Bill of Rights and maintains high ethical standards in fundraising.
• Experience with Raiser’s Edge or similar donor management software is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
• Requires the physical mobility to sit and walk for moderate periods of time.
• Requires the ability to occasionally carry or lift objects, more frequently in particular cycles,
weighing up to 20 pounds.
• Requires the ability to drive during daytime and nighttime hours in various weather
conditions and to remote locations.

Salary: Based on experience
Location: HYBRID

Please send your cover letter with salary expectations and resume to:
aogburn@girlscoutsnca.org