Development Fundraising Associate Job at Connections at Home NJ, Verona, NJ

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  • Connections at Home NJ
  • Verona, NJ

Job Description

Job Title: Part-Time Development Associate (20 hours/week)
Location: Verona, NJ (hybrid, with work in surrounding communities)

About Us:
Connections at Home NJ is a small nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting socially isolated, homebound seniors by providing both social services and technology access. Our mission is to reduce isolation, promote well-being, and enhance independence for seniors in our community.

Position Summary:
We are seeking a hands-on Part-Time Development Associate to help grow our fundraising capacity and community support. This person will be actively engaged in building relationships, securing funding, and implementing strategies to sustain and expand our programs. The Development Associate will work closely with our leadership team and grant writer to diversify funding sources, focusing primarily on individual donors, corporate partnerships, special events, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify, cultivate, and steward relationships with individual donors, community organizations, and local businesses.
  • Develop and implement strategies for increasing donor engagement and retention.
  • Organize and manage small fundraising events and campaigns (both in-person and digital).
  • Secure sponsorships and in-kind donations from local businesses and partners.
  • Manage donor platform, create and manage email campaigns and ensure accurate tracking of contributions and acknowledgment.
  • Collaborate with staff and volunteers to build a strong local presence and community support.
  • Assist with marketing and communications efforts related to fundraising (social media, newsletters, appeal letters, etc.).
  • Provide regular reports on fundraising progress and outcomes to leadership.

Qualifications:

  • At least 3 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development, and community engagement.
  • Demonstrated success in cultivating donor relationships and securing contributions.
  • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
  • Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team.
  • Experience in a healthcare related field is preferred.
  • Knowledge of donor management tools and digital fundraising platforms a plus.
  • Local knowledge and community ties within Essex County/Verona area preferred.

Schedule & Compensation:

  • Part-time position (20 hours per week), with flexibility in scheduling.
  • Must be based in proximity to our office in Verona NJ
  • Compensation commensurate with experience.

How to Apply:
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter describing your interest in the role and relevant experience to Dr. Thomas McCarrick (tmccarrick@icloud.com)

Job Tags

Part time, Work at office, Local area,

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