Virtual Fundraising and Events Associate (San Diego, CA)

Virtual Fundraising and Events Associate (San Diego, CA)

The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is hiring a full‑time, regular and benefited Virtual Fundraising and Events Associate at our Miramar location.

ABOUT THE SAN DIEGO FOOD BANK

Established in 1977, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank provides nutritious food to people in need, advocates for the hungry and educates the public about hunger‑related issues. For more information visit www.sandiegofoodbank.org.

Our Mission :

The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank and our North County Food Bank Chapter serve the community by providing food, advocating for the hungry, and educating the public about hunger issues.

DID YOU KNOW?

• The San Diego Food Bank feeds approximately 400,000 people every month in partnership with 450 nonprofit community partners.
• We are the fourth largest independent food bank in the country.
• We distributed 52 million pounds of food in fiscal year 2024‑2025; almost 45% of that food was fresh produce.
• We have a 99% rating on Charity Navigator.

POSITION PURPOSE

The Virtual Fundraising & Events Associate develops, executes, assesses, and refines virtual food drives and third‑party fundraising initiatives. The role collaborates with the Events Manager to coordinate, budget, and orchestrate special events, notably our annual gala that generates over $1M annually. Key responsibilities include cultivating relationships, encouraging deeper engagement, and rallying support from individuals. Flexibility is required, with occasional weeknight and weekend hours and mandatory attendance at both on‑site and off‑site events.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is calm, adaptable, thrives under pressure, and makes quick, thoughtful decisions. They build strong relationships, manage multiple tasks with confidence, and are comfortable engaging supporters and guiding participants into deeper levels of involvement. Their commitment to digital platforms and third‑party fundraising channels aligns with our mission.

EDUCATION, TRAINING and EXPERIENCE

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Knowledge of office administrative and management practices; Blackbaud preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and Canva (plus). Experience with donor stewardship. Ability to work efficiently in a fast‑paced environment, perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks, speak confidently in public groups, type accurately, organize priorities, interact professionally with volunteers and donors, speak Spanish (plus), maintain complex and extensive office files, communicate clearly, prepare clear records and reports, use discretion and diplomacy, and establish effective working relationships with staff and volunteers.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

COMPENSATION

This full‑time, non‑exempt hourly position offers a competitive salary of $27.00‑$30.00 per hour based on experience, 403(b) plan with 200% employer matching, excellent health care coverage, company‑paid term life insurance, and generous paid vacation and sick leave.

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday‑Friday 8 : 00 am‑4 : 30 pm, with overtime, weekend shifts, and long hours. Requires 5% travel, primarily local during business days.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates should apply below. Submissions missing a resume will not be considered. Background check and drug test required before employment starts.

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