Development Specialist

Working collaboratively with the Development Manager, this position supports the development efforts of Save-A-Pet, focusing on organizing special events, increasing and maintaining fundraising events, donor cultivation, marketing, social media and branding while promoting the organization’s mission.

• Act as the SAP liaison to committees related to fundraising, when requested
• Help oversee staff/volunteers responsible for data entry and gift processing
• Develop and track budget scenarios and reports for all fundraising and development activities.
• Assist in obtaining data for the annual Donation Stats report
• Complete administrative tasks related to, but not limited to:
  • Memorial and honorarium gift orders (garden bricks, engraved leaf/stone, etc.)
  • Condo and Kennel sponsor ships
  • Capital campaigns
  • Raffle permit applications
  • Giving programs such as Guardian Angels
• Create a bi-weekly thank you letter list for the board members
• Liaison with Donation Can Leader
• Assist with remote credit card processing
• Liaison/coordination with 3rd party fundraisers
• Work closely with the Volunteer Manager and help assist in Community Events with the Volunteer team lead

• Establish, coordinate, and maintain annual fund initiatives, (i.e. partnerships, appeals, etc.)
• Create event and donation page
• Extensive experience in working with Canva as we create all of our flyers and promotional material
• Organize and implement special events, including logistics, sponsor, vendor, and attendee relations throughout the year
• Proficient in event software (Microsoft Office Suite, Donor Perfect, (or other CRM Databases) Word Press, Square, etc.
• Take the lead for the planning and execution of the annual Furry Friends 5K and work extensively with the Furry 5K Committee
• Assist the Development Manager with all fundraising initiatives and implementation of events to include Annual Mum Sale, Online Raffles, and the annual holiday fundraising initiative
• Assist Development Manager and Annual Welfare & Marketing Manager to create Challenge Dollar initiatives
• Assist with the online store with regard to inventory, sales reports, and payments
• Maintain media contacts and write press releases when requested
• Update and maintain the annual Event Calendar
• Work with the Development Manager and Office Administrator on the donation process flow chart
• Work collaboratively with volunteers, staff, and various committees to identify avenues of economic support for the organization and in keeping with Save-A-Pet’s goals
• Work fundraising events which could include evening hours and weekends

• Identify, cultivate, and solicit potential donors, including individuals, corporations and foundation
• Proficient in the donor management database and recognition process
• Assist with the coordination of direct mail campaigns, appeals, and newsletters
• Create, write, and post communications such as “In the Know While You Go” and the lobby TV presentations
• Maintain the Guardian Angel program including donor relations, communications, and monthly reporting

• Promote positive public relations with members of the community, donors, volunteers, etc.
• Serve as an essential member of the Social Media Committee along with the Animal Welfare & Marketing Manager and volunteers to maximize Save-A-Pet’s fundraising potential through social media and marketing efforts
• Update and maintain Save-A-Pet’s “signature” on all emails received and sent to staff
• Write and/or contribute material for Save-A-Pet’s various weekly, biweekly, or quarterly newsletters
• Assist with updating and scheduling on the Save-A-Pet’s Website, Facebook, Instagram, Linked Tree, Tik Tok, You Tube, Twitter, and the…