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Join Us in the Fight Against Hunger!

At the Food Bank of Central & Eastern North Carolina, we believe in a future whereno one goes hungry.

The Development Officer, CorporateGivingplays a pivotal role in advancing the Food Bank's mission toNourish people. Build solutions.Connectcommunities.by managing a portfolio ofcorporate, religious, and civicdonors giving $10,000+ annually. This position focuses on building and deepening relationships withthe corporate community, with an emphasis on strategic cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.

This frontline fundraising role is ideal for aproactive, collaborative,relationship-driven professional who thrives in a performance-based culture and is motivated by impact.

As part of a high-performing team committed to fundraising excellence, this role directly contributes to revenue growth and long-term donor pipeline development.

Job Responsibilities

(80%)Fundraisingand Portfolio Management

• Manage a portfolio ofapproximately100-125corporatedonorsandprospectwith the capacity to give more than $10,000 annually.
• Develop and execute tailored cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship strategies to grow relationships and increase giving.
• Conduct personal donor visits, prepare customized proposals and communications, and track outcomes.
  

• Collaboratewith senior leadership, program staff, and volunteers to deepen donor engagement.
  

• Collaboratewith Volunteer Engagement team tomanage a two-way prospecting pipelinefor corporatevolunteersto become activedonorsand vice versa,solicitingcorporate groupsto engage with the Food Bank in multiple ways (funding, volunteering, employee giving, matching gifts, etc.).
  

• Maintainaccurateand up-to-date moves management information indonordatabase for a portfolio ofcorporate donors, including funding cycles, relevant deadlines, funding priorities, andallcultivation and stewardshipactions.
  

• Assistwith budget projections and revenue tracking throughout the year based onportfolio.

(20%) EventsandCampaignFundraisingSupport

• Supportcausemarketingpartnersto promote awarenessof campaignsinternally and externally,ensuring partners see the impact of their dollarson our work and our neighbors.
  

• Coordinate withAnnualFund team, communications department, and other food banks as needed tosupport internaland third-party fundraising campaigns (e.g.virtual food drives, Legal Feeding Frenzy,match campaigns, etc.).
  

• Participatein development department events as needed(e.g.exclusivegroup volunteer projects, donor appreciation events, etc.).

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed by people assigned to this job.They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degreein a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience;
• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in fundraising, relationship management, or community engagement; major gift experience preferred

• Proven ability to manage a portfolio and secure gifts of $10,000+

• Experience working with high-level volunteers or advisory groups a plus

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset

• Experience with CRM systems; Raiser's Edge NXTand/or BonterraEveryActionpreferred

• Ability to travel regionally and work some evenings and weekends

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee toperform the essential functions of this job successfully.

While performing theessential functions of this position, the employeeis regularly required totalk, hear, and interact without deliberateimpediment(e.g.,wearing or listening to headphones, etc.).The employeeis often required tosit and use their hands and fingers to handle or feel. The employeeis occasionally required tostand, walk, reach with arms and hands, climb, balance, lift and/or move up to10pounds, and to stoop, crouch,or crawl.

Vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employeewill work in a combination of in-office and remote settings. Frequently, the employee willbe required to drive an automobile. The employee will be required to interact with Food Bank personnel in the warehouse(s). In doing so, the employee will occasionally be exposed to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.

These work environment characteristics are representative of the environment the job holder will encounter. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed by people assigned to this job.They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all essential functions and skills required of personnel so classified.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not regard race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex,pregnancy, marital status, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation or any protected class characteristic when seeking to hire. This practice, in addition to hiring, applies to our recruiting, training,transfers, promotions, job benefits, pay, dismissal practices, social and recreational activities, and any otherterm or condition of employment.

We care about our employees, our candidates, and our community.As such, please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits For You

We help YOU thrive. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to help deliver on our work to Nourish People, Build Solutions, and Empower Communities. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Health Spending Accounts + Employer Contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time off: including Holidays, Personal, Vacation, and Sick Time
• 403(b) with 5% Match after 90 days
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• 100% Employer paid STD and LTD Insurance
• 100% Employer paid Group Life Insurance
• Voluntary benefits including Accident and Critical Illness
• Business Travel mileage reimbursement