Development & Marketing Manager

About Us:

Imagine a role where your passion for community development and commitment to social justice can transform lives. Nourishing Bethesda (NB), a dynamic nonprofit dedicated to combating food insecurity in the Bethesda area, is seeking a talented professional to join our team as a Development & Marketing Manager. We started in 2020 serving 100 families. Last year we supported 1,700 families at 10 distribution sites with more than a half million pounds of food, and a budget of $750,000. Our mission is not just about providing nutritious food, but also about fostering a sense of community and linking our clients to vital resources that help them build healthier, more stable lives.

As a member of our team, you will play a pivotal role in securing the resources needed to expand our impact, enhance our services, and help ensure that no one in our community goes hungry. This is more than just a job—it is an opportunity to be part of a mission-driven organization that is strengthening communities and transforming lives. If you are entrepreneurial and driven by a desire to make a tangible difference and are passionate about innovative fundraising strategies, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Position Summary:

NB is seeking a full-time Development & Marketing Manager to lead our development efforts, foster donor relationships, execute a robust fundraising calendar, and manage and implement communications in support of development goals. This role is pivotal in ensuring the success of our fundraising initiatives while building a foundation for long-term growth. This position involves creating an annual development plan in partnership with NB leadership, which includes securing financial resources through individual donor cultivation, major gifts, corporate partnerships, foundational grants, and events.

What We’re Looking For:

• Undergraduate degree and minimum 2 - 4 years of professional experience, preferably in fundraising, membership, or relationship management fields; experience with Network4Good donor database or something similar.
• A motivated professional with experience in development and marketing roles, preferably in nonprofit organizations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and steward donors, corporate sponsors, and volunteers; ability to represent Nourishing Bethesda in a positive, knowledgeable, and professional manner.
• Proficiency in data management tools and an ability to write posts for, and monitor, social media platforms for effective communication and tracking efforts.
• Coordinate and manage activities associated with event planning in support of donor relations.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple responsibilities within deadlines effectively.
• Strong communicator at all levels and settings; excellent writing skills in email, newsletters, and marketing, including high-level proofreading.
• A passion for advancing NB’s mission through innovative fundraising strategies.
• Keen sense of personal integrity and discretion with handling sensitive information.

Why Join Us?

As part of NB’s team, you’ll enjoy:

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance and pension ($65K salary annually).
• Opportunities to make a tangible impact on our organization’s growth and mission success.
• A supportive team environment that values creativity, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Watch our team in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jPW_sMwi3U and visit us at www.NourishingBethesda.org.

Location:

This is a hybrid position, requiring a person to be onsite in Bethesda, MD, several days per week.

How to Apply:

Submit your resume and cover letter via email to info@nourishingbethesda.org. Applications without cover letters will not be considered.

Nourishing Bethesda is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We believe that a diverse and inclusive team strengthens our ability to serve our community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive fair consideration for employment.

Apply today to join NB in shaping the future of our development efforts!