Development and Events Specialist

Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day•Bethesda, MD

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day is seeking a Development and Events Specialist to lead efforts in diversifying and solidifying revenue sources, ensuring the sustainability of Wonders and enhancing existing programs. This role involves streamlining fundraising processes and improving fundraising capabilities. The position is part-time, hybrid, and a 12-month appointment. The specialist will be responsible for researching and pursuing funding sources, planning and implementing fundraising campaigns, acknowledging and tracking gifts and donations, and coordinating community events. Additionally, they will provide staff support to the Wonders Board Advancement Committee. The organization's mission is to cultivate curiosity, resilience, and social responsibility in children by fostering high-quality, nurturing, and inclusive educational communities led by skilled professionals. Since 1976, Wonders has provided non-profit, quality child care to working families and has grown to multiple accredited programs across the DC Metropolitan Region.

Requirements

Minimum of a BS or BA degree
4 + years of direct experience in nonprofit development required
Working knowledge of development CRM is required
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Strong project management skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to draft high quality written materials and correspondence
Strong work ethic, positive attitude, and a willingness to be adaptable to dynamic needs
High degree of organization and attention to detail and ability to manage and make progress on multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
A firm commitment to advancing equity through program delivery, policies and practice
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with WordPress and social media preferred
Passion for early care and education and out of school time and the impact that they can achieve, with a strong interest in learning about and excelling within the nonprofit sector

Responsibilities

Research to identify and pursue funding sources
Plan and implement fundraising campaigns
Acknowledge and track all gifts and donations
Coordinate relevant community events
Provide staff support to the Wonders Board Advancement Committee
Leadership of the organization's initiatives to advance investment through philanthropy and engagement
Formulate the annual development plan and Leadership Circle plan in conjunction with the Board of Directors Advancement Committee
Cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts through strong communication, community presence, and relationships
Plan and implement community engagement with activities focused on family participation and community building, including Wonderspalooza, book fairs, and First Friday guests
Implement strategic goals for growing philanthropic investment in Wonders in partnership with the Executive Director, Advancement Committee, and relevant consultants
Oversee all gift processing including gift entry, data input/analysis, and acknowledgments
Ensure the timely maintenance of the CRM system and provide reports to the Advancement Committee and Executive Director
Develop and communicate a deep understanding of the business model and value of early care and education and out of school time
Other duties or responsibilities as assigned