Job Summary: EELC is seeking a part-time Development Manager who will be responsible for implementing, adapting and ideating strategies to expand EELC’s advancement program. This person will work closely with the Executive Director and Board to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward donations with an emphasis on growing the cadre of individual donors and support foundation grant writing. The successful candidate will be a seasoned, motivated self-starter.

Ideally, this person will have a keen interest in environmental issues and familiarity with New Jersey and the Tri-state area, as well as the philanthropic community. This position is hybrid with in-person presence mutually agreed as needed. Anticipated time requirements are 15-20 hours per week with occasional evenings for events and meetings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to sustain and increase contributions to EELC.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward current and new individual donors, particularly individuals and family foundations.
• Research and identify potential institutional funders (foundations, aligned businesses, financial institutions and law firms.)
• Activate board members’ engagement in fundraising efforts.
• Prepare regular reports on fundraising progress and outcomes as needed for the Board.
• Develop donor-focused fundraising materials and annual appeal campaigns.
• Support efforts to ensure a diverse, equitable and inclusive work culture

Qualifications:

• Passion for EELC’s mission and values
• Knowledge of the environmental community and funders, especially at the local and regional levels
• Proven track record of successful fundraising and donor management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Expertise with CRMs
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional or lived experience

Compensation: $35,000 – $55,000 part-time (15-20 hrs./wk.), depending on experience

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and references by email to Amy Koehler, Office Manager at akoehler@easternenvironmental.org. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.