Development Executive, Operations

Development Executive, Operations

Location:

St. Louis, Missouri

Website:(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..org

Are you looking to launch or grow your career in fundraising, nonprofit operations, donor engagement, and community impact?

Greater St. Louis Area Scouting is seeking a motivated and relationship-oriented Development Executive, Operations to support fundraising and development initiatives that help deliver life-changing programs to youth throughout the St. Louis region.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career professional interested in nonprofit leadership, fundraising, donor stewardship, grant management, project coordination, and community engagement. Working closely with development leadership, volunteers, donors, and community partners, you will gain hands‑on experience in multiple areas of nonprofit development while helping advance our mission.

As a member of the Development team, you will play an important role in supporting fundraising operations and donor engagement efforts.

• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with current donors and supporters.
• Identify, cultivate, and engage prospective donors who are passionate about Scouting’s mission.
• Manage an assigned donor portfolio, helping supporters connect with and invest in local youth programs.
• Assist with donor communications, stewardship efforts, acknowledgments, and recognition activities.
• Support annual fundraising campaigns and special development initiatives.

• Coordinate development projects, meetings, events, and communications.
• Support donor database management, gift processing, reporting, and record maintenance.
• Prepare meeting materials, donor correspondence, and campaign resources.
• Track and report progress using established fundraising and engagement metrics.

• Assist with grant applications, reports, and follow‑up activities.
• Coordinate timelines and ensure development projects stay on schedule.
• Collaborate with leadership to support strategic fundraising priorities.

• Represent Greater St. Louis Area Scouting at community events and networking opportunities.
• Develop partnerships with community leaders, volunteers, businesses, and organizations.
• Attend and support district and council events that advance fundraising and community impact.

• Strong communication skills and an interest in developing expertise in fundraising, donor engagement, nonprofit operations, and project management.
• Experience in nonprofit organizations, customer service, event coordination, volunteer management, hospitality, sales, or relationship‑building roles is preferred.
• Experience using CRM software such as Raiser’s Edge NXT is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Canva preferred.
• Comfortable speaking with individuals and groups in both formal and informal settings.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Positive attitude, initiative, and a willingness to learn.

• Relationship-focused and service-oriented.
• Self‑motivated with excellent time‑management skills.
• Professional, ethical, and dependable.
• Collaborative team player who can also work independently.
• Committed to continuous learning and professional growth.

Associate degree and a minimum of five years of professional work experience

OR

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university

• Nonprofit, fundraising, donor relations, sales, customer service, or business development experience is beneficial but not required.
• Must be willing to accept and meet Scouting America leadership…