Development Associate Position Available In Forsyth, North Carolina

Development Associate Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation Winston-Salem, NC Job Details Full-time $40,000 – $47,500 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Mid-level Microsoft Office Organizational skills Phone etiquette 2 years Communication skills Full Job Description Development Associate Full-time Reports to Chief Development Officer Winston-Salem –

Hybrid General Description and Purpose:

The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation, a 501(c)(3), is seeking a Development Associate to work with the Chief Development Officer and a motivated team dedicated to safeguarding the future of the Blue Ridge Parkway. This is a new position and is ideal for someone seeking to learn all aspects of donor stewardship. Please visit BRPFoundation.org for additional information about our organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Work closely with Development Staff to: Manage donor stewardship program. Support relationship-building efforts with individual, corporate, and foundation donors. Identify potential top-level donors via Research Point and Prospect Insights. Create content and materials to support fundraising and donor engagement, including newsletters, appeals, impact stories, and updates for the website and social media. Assist with special events, receptions, and board meetings. Assist with securing sponsorships and auction items for special events. Connect with license tag agencies to promote the BRPF specialty plate. Serve as a point of contact for staff on license plate initiatives. Coordinate and distribute brochures along the Parkway. Support gift processing, database segmentation, and donor recognition efforts. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

2-5 years of experience with nonprofits or a related field. Exceptional verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Excellent phone communication skills and a professional phone demeanor. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and CRM tools, such as Blackbaud, preferred. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect rules, policies, and practices. Ability to communicate effectively about the organization’s mission, vision, priorities, and issues. Ability to travel as needed for special events or board meetings. Commitment to BRPFʼs mission and values.

Starting Salary:

$40,000-$47,500, depending on experience

Benefits:

Health insurance, 401(k) matching, paid vacation and sick leave, federal holidays off, professional development opportunities, Parkway Appreciation days, AAA membership, and more.

To Apply :

Send your cover letter and resumé to jcalaway(at)brpfoundation.org. Applications submitted directly through a job search engine will NOT be accepted. The deadline for applications is 8 a.m. EST, June 27, 2025.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusivity:

The Blue Ridge Parkway Foundation aspires to be an inclusive organization that engages and serves the rich dimensions of diversity, such as race, gender, ethnicity, sexual identity, socioeconomic status, age, ability, and religion. Diverse people make the Foundation a stronger, more vibrant, more relevant, and more stable organization, better prepared to achieve its mission through diverse input and more effective outcomes. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, disability, age, or genetic information.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$40,000.00 – $47,500.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off

Schedule:

Evenings as needed Monday to Friday Weekends as needed

Work Location:

Hybrid remote in Winston-Salem, NC 27101