Development Specialist Leadership Austin

Position: Development Specialist [Leadership Austin]

Development Specialist [Leadership Austin]

Leadership Austin

Posted On Nov 10, 2025

Salary Range Hourly, see description

Job Type Part Time

Work Location Hybrid 1609 Shoal Creek Blvd, Ste 202 Austin TX 78701 , US

About Leadership Austin

Leadership Austin is a nonprofit organization that connects and develops courageous leaders across Central Texas. Through transformative experiences, we help leaders turn individual growth into community impact. We bring together business, government, and social impact leaders throughout the region for open and balanced community discussions. Leadership Austin is where individual growth blossoms into community impact. With a 45-year track record, Leadership Austin has been part of the leadership development journey for thousands of emerging and influential leaders with a 3,400-plus alumni community.

This is an exciting moment to join a fun, high-performing team as we implement our new strategic direction. This position will be part of a team advancing a comprehensive revenue strategy to bolster the Leadership Austin mission and grow our impact, working in collaboration with staff, alumni, and the Board of Directors.

• Highly collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Training on Leadership Austin systems and processes will be provided.
• Flexible hybrid schedule: remote work on Mondays and Fridays, in-office hours Tuesday-Thursday.
• Occasional evenings or events outside standard working hours may be required.

Join a team building transformational leaders and civic impact across Central Texas.

The Opportunity The Development Specialist (Part Time) supports Leadership Austin’s fundraising, events, and relationship management efforts to ensure the organization’s long-term sustainability and community impact. Working closely with the Chief Advancement Officer, Development Director, Data Manager, and Marketing & Communications Manager, the Development Specialist coordinates donor stewardship, fundraising campaigns, sponsorship fulfillment, and event logistics. The ideal candidate is highly organized, relationship-focused, and energized by connecting people to meaningful leadership opportunities.

Experience & Skills

We don’t expect you to check every box – what matters most is your potential and passion.

Key Responsibilities Events & Engagement (40%)

• Plan and execute fundraising campaigns, cultivation events, donor stewardship, and alumni engagement.
• Support logistics for Leadership Austin programs and special events, including venue coordination, supplies, and hospitality.
• Manage event materials such as name tags, signage, snacks, and setup needs.
• Coordinate food and beverage orders, deliveries, and setup.
• Oversee event registration, check-in, and guest experience to ensure a welcoming atmosphere.
• Recruit, train, and schedule event volunteers, providing clear communication and direction.
• Maintain event inventories and organize supplies for ongoing use.

Donor & Partner Stewardship (35%)

• Support stewardship efforts for sponsors, donors, alumni, and partners through timely communication and high-quality event hospitality.
• Collaborate with the Development Director to advance revenue goals.
• Conduct prospect research and prepare background materials for donor meetings and cultivation.
• Work closely with the Database Specialist to maintain accurate donor and sponsor records in the CRM (Neon), ensuring data integrity and confidentiality.
• Assist with acknowledgment processes and fulfillment of sponsorship benefits.
• Highlight and celebrate alumni accomplishments through communications and events, strengthening connections and community pride.
• Be passionate about delivering an exceptional experience for donors, alumni, and event participants, ensuring every interaction reflects Leadership Austin’s high standards and mission.
• Develop and maintain relationships with alumni through events, communications, mentorship programs, and networking opportunities. Foster a sense of community, loyalty, and ongoing involvement with the organization.

Development Operations & Administration (25%)

• Monitors fundraising progress, goals, and key performance indicators.
• Draft content and send event-related communications, donor…