Development Associate

About the Role

The Development Associate is a full-time, on-site/remote role based in Alloway, NJ supporting Ranch Hope’s fundraising, donor relations, and communications efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Assists with planning and implementing development campaigns, events, and donor outreach initiatives.
• Prepares proposals, acknowledgments, and impact reports.
• Maintains accurate donor records.
• Researches prospective supporters.
• Tracks metrics to support strategic fundraising decisions.
• Coordinates with internal teams.
• Manages development-related communications.
• Ensures timely follow-up with donors and partners.
• Supports the creation of marketing materials and presentations that align with Ranch Hope’s mission and core values.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Interpersonal skills
• Effective communication abilities
• Clear writing
• Professional email and phone etiquette
• Analytical skills
• Research capabilities for prospect identification, data tracking, and campaign evaluation.
• Fundraising-related skills
• Donor stewardship
• Event support
• Familiarity with basic development practices.
• Organization and time-management skills to handle multiple projects, meet deadlines, and maintain accurate records.
• Familiarity with CRM or donor database systems is beneficial.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Nonprofit work, business, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in nonprofit development, donor relations, or a related administrative role is beneficial.
• Demonstrated alignment with Ranch Hope’s mission and values.
• Ability to work collaboratively with staff, youth, families, and community partners.