About the Role

We are seeking a seasoned, strategic, and professional fundraiser to lead our donor engagement efforts and support affinity group operations. The Senior Donor Engagement Specialist will drive the launch and management of our annual fund, build and steward donor relationships, and ensure smooth coordination of our affinity group. This is a highly autonomous role that requires strong judgment, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to represent the organization with professionalism and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Donor Engagement & Fundraising (~85%)

• Lead the strategy, launch, and ongoing management of the annual fund, achieving fundraising targets.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit donors across various levels, including individuals, foundations, and corporate partners.
• Build and maintain strong donor relationships through proactive stewardship and personalized outreach.
• Serve as a credible and polished representative of the organization in meetings, events, and communications.
• Develop materials such as donor emails, updates, proposals, and acknowledgments.
• Analyze donor data and campaign performance to inform engagement strategies and optimize results.

Affinity Group Operations (~15%)

• Coordinate scheduling, communications, and logistics for affinity group meetings and activities.
• Maintain accurate records in the database and track follow-up tasks to ensure consistency and accountability.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for day-to-day operational needs related to the affinity group.

Team Collaboration

• Partner across the organization to align donor engagement efforts with broader goals and messaging.
• Demonstrate follow-through, reliability, and proactive problem-solving in all aspects of your work.

Qualifications

• 5–7+ years of professional experience in fundraising, donor relations, or stakeholder engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities with sound judgment.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a confident and professional presence.
• Proven success in building and managing donor relationships and delivering measurable fundraising results.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, especially in managing logistics and follow-ups.
• A collaborative mindset and ability to work effectively across teams.

Success in This Role Looks Like

• The annual fund is launched and performing to target within the first year.
• Donors feel consistently engaged, valued, and appropriately solicited.
• The affinity group runs smoothly and professionally, with minimal executive oversight.
• You complete tasks and projects independently, reliably, and to a high professional standard.

Please send resumes to:

Lora.Joye@YouthHavenSWFL.org

Thank You!