Annual Giving Manager

~ Pennsylvania Association for Sustainable Agriculture (PASA) works to improve the economic viability, environmental soundness and social responsibility of food and farming systems in Pennsylvania and across the country. ~

As the largest statewide, member-based sustainable farming organization in the United States, PASA conducts programs that include farmer-focused education, regional marketing and business support, consumer outreach, policy work, and community building strategies.

Position Overview 

This position is full-time, salaried with occasional evening and weekend work expected. The successful candidate will play a key role in the growth and health of the PASA Membership & Development departments, as well as the SOIL fundraising campaign. 

Responsibilities 

• Provide leadership to the Membership/Development Functions, contributing significantly to growth of the programs they represent
• Work in collaboration with the Outreach Team to develop the 'culture of giving' among our supporters, members, and those in the 'Good Food Neighborhood'
• Oversee the Annual Giving program, including accurate and timely contribution processing, reports, performance & effectiveness tracking, and list management
• Develop & Coordinate internal & external special events that contribute to Annual Giving
• Compile and update master files on all grants within the organization, including hard copy & electronic files. Maintain a schedule for reporting and requirements in support of program staff managing the grants
• Responsible for the development and overall management of PASA merchandise. Responsible for merchandise sales at seasonal PASA conferences and other events as deemed appropriate
• Responsible for departmental print and electronic communications via social media, PASA website, Passages Newsletter, weekly e-News, etc.
• Liaison to board Cultivation Committee to keep them involved & engaged
• Be an active and supportive member of the PASA Team 

Qualifications 

• Candidates must have fundraising experience
• Associate degree or higher preferred
• Highly organized with consistent attention to detail
• Able to work independently and also comfortable in a team setting
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize, and meet deadlines
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, Google applications and database systems required
• Cooperative personality and commitment to PASA's mission a must! 

To Apply 

Please click below: "Apply Now Online!" to email (or mail) your cover letter indicating understanding/acceptance of mission/objectives of the position and your resume to: 

PASA, Development Assistant position
PO Box 419
Millheim, PA
16854 

Note: Applications will be accepted continuously until the position is filled, but interviews will begin from among the first pool of candidates identified by April 4, 2016.