Senior Development Specialist- CP

Job Description

Job Description

K9s For Warriors is the nation’s largest provider of service dogs to veterans suffering from the invisible wounds of war, such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Our unique, in-house program helps change the lives of American heroes by pairing them with a battle buddy, who was likely a rescue dog and then teaching him or her to utilize that dog to mitigate the symptoms of their wounds. In order to continue the great work, we are doing, we are in need of a Senior Development Specialist to join our amazing team!

Role and Responsibilities :

The Sr. Development Specialist – Corporate Partners (SDS) plays a key role in supporting K9s For Warriors’ corporate fundraising efforts. This position assists with prospect research, relationship management, communications, and coordination to help cultivate, engage, and steward corporate donors and sponsors.

The ideal candidate demonstrates excellent independent judgment and critical thinking skills, is detail-oriented, collaborative, proactive, and possesses strong communication skills along with a passion for our mission. This role provides an outstanding opportunity for someone looking to build a career in nonprofit fundraising or corporate social responsibility. The SDS will receive mentorship and take on increasing responsibilities, with a clear path toward more partner-facing and revenue-generating duties.

Key Responsibilities :

• Manage and grow a $500,000 fundraising portfolio with 50-plus constituents, ensuring consistent engagement, cultivation, and stewardship.
• Conduct research to identify new prospective corporate partners, sponsorships, and cause-marketing opportunities.
• Prepare customized proposals, presentations, partner report and cause-marketing contracts.
• Support the creation and execution of stewardship and recognition strategies for existing partners.
• Coordinate with internal departments (marketing, programs, events) to ensure partner deliverables are fulfilled.
• Maintain accurate donor records and interactions in the donor database (Raisers Edge and Salesforce), ensuring all tracking for portfolio is up to date.
• Assist with corporate engagement events across the country, including coordination, logistics, and on-site support.
• Draft donor correspondence, including thank-you letters and acknowledgments.
• Provide high-quality administrative and project support to the Corporate Partners team.
• Represent K9s For Warriors at select local events and partner activations.
• Stay informed on trends in corporate philanthropy and nonprofit fundraising.

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Monday- Friday

9 : 00am- 5 : 00pm

Some flexibility required