Development Specialist - Nixa Education Foundation

Primary Tasks & Major Activities

• Organize large-scale fundraising initiatives
• Work with board members
• Support annual fundraising campaigns
• Build relationships with donors, staff, and volunteers
• Implement major giving and planned giving fundraising strategies
• Update the NEF website and social media platforms
• Plan the annual NEF Gala
• Maintain and update the donor database
• Serve as secretary to the NEF Board
• Stay current on fundraising trends and the nonprofit community

Education/Skills/Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Communication/Marketing, Nonprofit Management, or related field
• Experience in fundraising, donor and sponsor development, event planning, communications, and community engagement
• Comfortable building relationships, making funding requests, managing social media and marketing efforts, coordinating events, and working collaboratively with volunteers, board members, school staff, and community partners
• Self-motivated, persistent, and goal-oriented
• Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team while managing complex relationships
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude toward generating successful partnerships
• Willingness to understand and support the District's Comprehensive School Improvement Plan

Application Procedure

Please apply online at http://www.nixapublicschools.net/. Contact HR@nixaschools.net or 417-724-6270 for assistance.