DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE

The Autism Society of North Carolina is hiring a DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE to develop and implement strategies for the identification, cultivation, engagement, solicitation, and stewardship of current and prospective donors with a special focus on event sponsorship and major gifts. What You'll Do:Identify, recruit, cultivate, solicit, and appreciate donors.Maintain and grow ongoing external relationships with current sponsors and build and maintain strong external relationships with potential sponsors.Manage statewide corporate sponsorship program with current and potential corporate partners.Secure event sponsorship for fundraising events.In-Kind donation recruitment and management for fundraising events.Assist and attend statewide run/walks and other events as assigned and assist with awareness events and non-annual fundraising events as assigned.Database and records management in RaisersEdge, TeamRaiser, etc.This is a revenue generating position with specific goals and KPIs (Key Performance Indicators).What We're Looking For:Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from a four-year college or university preferred; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Based in or near the Triangle area and willing to travel locally; ability to work in individualized and/or shared workspacesAbility to develop interpersonal and relationship building skills, ability to coordinate many relationships and events simultaneously.Strong communication abilities including public speaking skills.Organized, detail oriented, and problem-solving skills.Computer proficiency.Self-starter who thrives in a collaborative environment.Why You'll Love Working Here:Medical Insurance, Vision, DentalPaid Time off10 sick days, 10 vacation days, 3 wellness days, 12 paid holidays per yearOpportunity to have a positive impactMileage reimbursementTraining and Growth opportunitiesSupportive culture that values work-life balanceHealth Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA)401k with matching (after meeting eligibility requirements)Short-term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life insuranceOther elective benefitsOur Culture: