Community Partnership Associate- (Fundraising/Development)

Job Description

Job Description

Fundraising / Development Specialist

Join our mission to make a difference! Drive impactful fundraising initiatives with us! Are you a Passionate Development Specialist!

This position is responsible for expanding Champions for Children’s impact by building and nurturing relationships with community partners, corporations, and volunteers.

The Community Partnership Associate will play a critical role in cultivating relationships with donors and stakeholders, driving fundraising efforts, including in-kind support and corporate sponsorships, while also supporting special events to elevate CFC’s profile as a leading advocate for children and families in Tampa Bay.

This role requires a dynamic and proactive individual with strong communication and organizational skills, along with a passion for community engagement and development.

This position reports to the Director of Development.

Duties / Responsibilities :

Development & Fundraising :

• Identify, cultivate, and secure relationships with corporate sponsors and community partners to drive financial support and in-kind donations.
• Development and implementation of a Volunteer Engagement plan that includes strategies to increase volunteer engagement and align volunteer resources with organizational needs.
• Collaborate closely with the Development and Communications teams to design and execute fundraising campaigns and initiatives.

Database Management

• Maintain and update donor and volunteer records in the organization's CRM system, ensuring data accuracy and integrity.
• Enter and track all interactions, donations, and volunteer activities, and generate reports to monitor engagement and support targeted outreach efforts.
• Regularly review and clean the database to remove duplicates, update outdated information, and ensure compliance with data protection policies.
• Collaborate with the Development and Communications teams to analyze CRM data, identify trends, and support strategic planning for fundraising and community engagement initiatives.

Community Engagement :

• Represent CFC at community events, networking opportunities, and public speaking engagements to promote the organization’s mission and initiatives.
• Oversee the implementation of community initiatives such as the Holiday Toy Drive, Talk-Read-Sing book nooks & drives, and Community Council, ensuring their continued growth and success.
• Engage and manage volunteers, ensuring they are well-integrated and motivated within the organization.

Event Support :

• Work collaboratively with the events team to plan and execute special events that raise awareness and funds for CFC.
• Assist in securing sponsorships, in-kind donations, and volunteers for events.
• Provide logistical support during events, ensuring they are successful and align with CFC’s mission and goals.

Administrative Responsibilities :

• Attend staff meetings, program leadership meetings, and other in-service training as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall mission and success of Champions for Children.

REQUIREMENTS :

• BA / BS degree in business / nonprofit management, communications, marketing, social work, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in development, fundraising, or a similar role; experience in nonprofit or community-focused work is a plus.
• Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with corporate partners, volunteers, and community organizations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to craft persuasive messages for various audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, social media platforms, and fundraising software; experience with Canva is a plus.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as necessary; reliable transportation throughout Tampa Bay is required.
• Physical ability to walk, stand, climb stairs, kneel, bend, reach, and move materials up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 20 pounds infrequently.
• Sensitivity to the cultural and socioeconomic diversity of the population served by Champions for Children.
• Must have a reliable car, active auto insurance, and a valid Florida driver’s license with a good driving record.
• Must successfully complete a criminal background check, motor vehicle records check, and drug screening.

Champions for Children, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring, promotion, transfer, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination and all other employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national origin, citizenship / immigration status, veteran status or any other protected status. DFWP / Everify