Manager of Development & Community Engagement

Position: Manager of Development & Community Engagement

Location: Hybrid - remote and Easton, PA (131 N. 3rd Street)

Status: Part-Time (12–15 hrs/week), Non-Exempt Compensation: $25.00 – $28.00 per hour

Shanthi Project is seeking a relationship-builder who can translate our mission into sustainable growth and vibrant community partnerships. Reporting to the Executive Director, you will be a visible "face" for Shanthi Project in the community. You will balance two critical pillars: securing the financial resources needed to fuel our mission and cultivating the local partnerships that allow our programs to thrive.

Key Responsibilities:

→ Fundraising & Stewardship

• Lead the planning and execution of annual fundraising events in partnership with the staff and fundraising committee.
• Craft persuasive sponsorship proposals and identify new funding streams.
• Manage the Veres Society membership program and lead donor appreciation efforts.

→ Community Partnership & Growth

• Act as the primary ambassador at networking events to grow our supporter database.
• Develop "earned-income" opportunities by connecting our mindfulness programs with corporate and educational partners.
• Lead the Business Buzz partnership program, serving as the lead point of contact for our Easton community hub.

→ Programming & Marketing

• Coordinate logistics for community-based programming at our Easton location.
• Collaborate with our Marketing Consultant to ensure events and campaigns are well-promoted.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum 4 years in the nonprofit sector, with a proven track record in event planning or fundraising.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional public speaker and "comfortable networker" who can engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Technical: Proficiency in Google Workspace and experience with donor databases.
• Physical: Ability to attend events and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to info@shanthiproject.org.

About Shanthi Project

Shanthi Project is a nonprofit organization providing evidence-based mindfulness education services to more than 5,000 children and adults annually across the Greater Lehigh Valley. For more than a decade, we have been working within schools and in the community to share mindfulness practices that support mental health and well-being. We teach others how to manage stress, increase focus, make healthier decisions, create meaningful friendships, and so much more—all through the simple practice of mindfulness.