Development Associate at The Gentle Barn

Job Title: DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

Classification: FULL-TIME / EXEMPT

Reports To: DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Development Associate supports The Gentle Barn’s fundraising and donor engagement efforts by working closely with the Director of Development and the development team. This role involves donor development and outreach, grant writing, campaign planning and execution, creating advertising and marketing materials, and assisting with fundraising events, along with other duties as assigned. The Development Associate is responsible for cultivating and maintaining relationships with donors, corporations, foundations, influencers, and celebrities. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, reliable, and professional, while also being compassionate and aligned with The Gentle Barn’s mission. Comfort around domestic farm animals is required. This position requires excellent written, verbal, and organizational communication skills, as well as the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision. The Development Associate must be adaptable, detail-oriented, and energetic, with the ability to support and collaborate with a diverse team.

Principal duties and responsibilities: 

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, corporations, and foundations
• Grant research, writing, submission, and reporting.
• Assist in planning, preparing, and executing fundraising campaigns and initiatives.
• Create advertising and marketing materials to support campaigns and outreach.
• Assist with planning and execution of fundraising events.
• Assist in maintaining donor records and ensure accurate tracking in the database.
• Assist in collaborating across teams to ensure consistent messaging and donor stewardship.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the development department.

Requirements:

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience in a development position
• Must have grant writing experience 
• Legacy giving is a plus
• Proficient in Google Suite, Google Docs, and Google Sheets 
• Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work 
• Must be willing to work some weekends and holidays as needed
• Strong belief that all animals should be treated with compassion and respect