Job Title: Development Director/Event Organizer
Organization: Fund for a Better Waterfront, Hoboken, NJ
Job Type: Part-time at hourly rate based on experience
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Development Director/Event Organizer to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating and executing FBW’s annual fundraising campaign and a number of events that align with our mission. This role requires strong organizational skills, communication abilities and the capacity to work effectively with FBW Board & staff, volunteers and community partners.
Responsibilities
- Fundraising: Prepare grant proposals and manage FBW’s annual fundraising campaign.
- Event Planning: Develop and implement event plans in cooperation with a committee, including venue selection, catering, entertainment and logistics.
- Budget Management: Manage fundraising and event budgets to ensure cost-effectiveness and maximize net revenue potential.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with donors, vendors, sponsors and community partners.
- Marketing and Promotion: Collaborate with the marketing team to promote organization through social media, email campaigns, and local press.
- Event Execution: Oversee event setup, execution, and breakdown, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality experiences for attendees.
Requirements
- Experience: At least 2 years of experience in fundraising and event planning.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, marketing or a related field.
- Skills: Proficiency in team management and related software plus social media platforms.
- Location: Must be based in Hoboken, NJ area.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a cover letter via email detailing your experience, qualifications and a listing of your social media accounts to fbw@betterwaterfront with the subject line “development director”