Development & Communications Associate

Loaves & Fishes seeks a highly organized, detail-oriented, and creative communicator to join our team as a Development & Communications Associate. This entry-level professional role supports fundraising and marketing efforts while helping raise awareness of the vital role Loaves & Fishes plays locally in alleviating hunger.

Responsibilities

Development & Fundraising

• Partner with the Executive Director to identify and research funding prospects, pursue opportunities, and cultivate and steward current donors.
• Collaborate with the Board’s Outreach & Development Committee to create consistent, compelling messaging for donors and potential donors.
• Process and record donations, pledges, matching gifts, and in-kind gifts in Bloomerang CRM in preparation for weekly deposits.
• Draft and send donor communications, including weekly thank-you letters/emails.
• Maintain accurate donor and prospect records; generate lists for the Annual Report, prospect outreach, and Mailchimp segmentation.
• Analyze fundraising audiences and support strategies to sustain annual operating revenue.
• Collaborate with the Board’s Outreach & Development Committee to create and market a corporate sponsorship program
• Prepare donor recognition materials, including the Annual Impact Report and fundraising collateral.
• Manage Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) tax credit documentation.
• Assist with grant proposals, reports, and fundraising campaigns (i.e., #GivingTuesday, annual appeal).
• Support donor cultivation and stewardship events, including leading pantry tours.

Marketing & Communications

• Collaborate with outreach team to schedule, draft, and post content for social media, newsletters, and website.
• Develop media relationships, draft press releases, participate in media interviews, and assist with photography and promotional campaigns.
• Monitor Google and social media tracking and analytics.
• Oversee photo assets, help update website, and develop promotional materials.
• Support the Outreach & Development Committee, including attending meetings and taking minutes.

Qualifications

• Exceptional writing, editing, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum 1 year of related experience in development, communications, or marketing (internships included).
• Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications.
• Familiarity with tools such as Mailchimp, WordPress, Canva, or similar platforms is a plus.
• Ability to analyze, extract, and present data and metrics to inform creative solutions.
• Self-motivated, proactive team player with a strong willingness to learn.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Position Specifications:

• Full-time (30 hours/week), salaried position reporting to the Executive Director.
• Flexible schedule, including occasional evenings or weekends for events.
• Serves as an ambassador for Loaves & Fishes, confidently sharing our mission with the community.

Compensation and Benefits

• Schedule: 30 hours/week, hybrid, flexible work hours, occasional weekend events.
• Wage: $21.80-$25.01/hour
• Benefits:
• 3 weeks Paid Time Off
• 9 paid holidays plus the week between Christmas and New Year’s
• Health, dental, and vision insurance paid in full by Loaves & Fishes
• Retirement plan with 3% employer match

To apply, send application and resume and contact information to executivedirector@cvilleloaves.org.