Associate Director of Development Position Available In Westchester, New York

Associate Director of Development Friends of Rye Nature Center 873 Boston Post Road, Rye, NY 10580 POSITION

OVERVIEW

The Associate Director of Development plays a pivotal role in supporting the fundraising and donor engagement efforts of Friends of Rye Nature Center (FRNC). This position is responsible for managing donor databases, assisting with fundraising campaigns, coordinating events, and ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about FRNC’s mission, and should also have a strong network of development professionals and experience with capital campaigns. The candidate will report to and work closely with the Director of Operations and Development, as well as the Executive Director, to meet the fundraising goals. Benefits include dental, medical, vision, PTO, and employer-matched retirement plan.

Salary range:

$70,000 to $80,000.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Donation Relations & Stewardship Maintain and update donor records in the CRM system (Neon Z2 Systems). Process donations and generate acknowledgment letters and tax receipts promptly. Assist in developing and implementing donor cultivation and stewardship strategies. Research prospective donors, including individuals, corporations, and foundations. Fundraising Campaigns & Appeals Support the planning and execution of annual giving campaigns, including direct mail and online appeals. Collaborate with the development team to create compelling fundraising materials. Monitor and analyze campaign performance and donor engagement. Event Coordination Assist in organizing fundraising events, donor receptions, and community outreach. Manage event logistics, including vendor coordination and communication, and donation and attendee tracking. Support post-event follow-up, including thank-you communications and data entry. Communication & Marketing Draft and edit content for newsletters, social media, and the organization’s website to engage donors and promote fundraising efforts and mission awareness. Ensure consistent messaging and branding across all development communications. Collaborate with the communications team to highlight donor impact stories and project and program updates. Administrative Support Generate reports on fundraising metrics and donor engagement for internal and external stakeholders. Assist in preparing materials for board and fundraising committee meetings. Handle general administrative tasks to support the development operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree. 5+ years of progressive fundraising and administrative experience in development roles within a nonprofit organization. Demonstrable track record in securing major gifts and nurturing loyal donors. Experience with fundraising events and donor engagement strategies. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and donor management systems. Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Ability to uphold fundraising ethics and respect the confidentiality of donor information. Familiarity with grant research and proposal writing. Capital campaign experience preferred.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to nicole@ryenaturecenter.org. Please include “Associate Director of Development Application” in the subject line. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person