Part Time Development Specialist

Employment Type: Part-Time (Approximately 20 hours/week, flexible)

Reports To: Co-Directors

Position Summary:

StoryCenter seeks an experienced, mission-aligned, seasoned Development Specialist to ensure the organization advances towards its fundraising and growth goals. This individual will lead development efforts, including donor relations, grant writing, and fundraising campaigns in collaboration with the Co-Directors.

The ideal candidate is experienced with non-profits dedicated to the humanities and social change, and they are knowledgeable about the development environment. They will be expected to work independently to identify strategic opportunities and creative solutions to problems. This person values personal storytelling and creative media-making as tools for connection, equity, and social impact, and can translate that vision into sustainable infrastructure and funding.

Key Responsibilities

Development & Fundraising

Co-create, with the co-directors, a development and annual fundraising plan
Develop relationships with potential grantors
Identify potential grantors, draft, and submit grant proposals; manage grant reporting
Plan and execute fundraising campaigns and events
Maintain donor database and track contributions
Integrate donor communications into our larger outward facing communication strategy

Strategy & Leadership

Collaborate with leadership on strategic plan implementation and organizational growth strategies
Identify opportunities for partnerships, funding, and program expansion
Represent the organization in community and stakeholder meetings as needed

Qualifications

At least 5 years of experience in nonprofit operations, development, or related field
Proven success in fundraising, grant writing, or donor relations
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
Proficiency with common tools (e.g., Google Workspace, CRM systems, fundraising platforms)
Comfortable working remotely
Passion for the organization’s mission

Preferred Qualifications