Development Officer

Reporting to the Director of Operations & External Affairs (DOEA), the Development Officer (DO) will support fundraising initiatives, donor relations, and external communications for Growing Home (GH). The DO will play a key role in advancing GH’s resource development strategy by coordinating campaigns, managing donor communications, and assisting with sponsorship and event outreach. In addition, the DO will oversee marketing and communication efforts to elevate GH’s visibility, including social media, newsletters, and promotional materials. The DO will collaborate with program staff to highlight participant stories and organizational impact, ensuring consistent and compelling messaging across platforms. The DO will also work closely with the DOEA to keep GH’s Board of Directors informed of fundraising progress, marketing initiatives, and communication strategies. This role is integral to strengthening GH’s relationships with donors, partners, and the broader community while supporting the organization’s long-term sustainability. Responsibilities: Lead grant writing strategy and oversee applications, reports, letters of support (LOI) Manage donor communications, newsletters, and public relations. Coordinate with program staff to align messaging with organizational goals. Prospect grants Assist with all major events hosted by Growing Home (COC/COI/Garden Club celebration, Annual Benefit, Urban Ag Crawl, Year End Appeal) Maintain finance reports and drive utilizing Grants process protocol Create quarterly reports to share with the board Qualifications: 5+ years in nonprofit development/communications. Strong grant writing and reporting experience. Excellent leadership and project management skills. Ability to multitask and record processes efficiently Marketing and communications experience Working Conditions & Office Hours Office Hours & Schedule Contractor Availability hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM with flexibility to work remote. Occasional evenings/weekends required for events, donor meetings, and board activities. Work Location Primarily based at Growing Home’s administrative office at 6429 S. Honore Street Regular collaboration with Development, Communications, Executive Leadership, and Program teams. Physical & Environmental Conditions Professional office environment with standard equipment. Local travel required for donor visits, site tours, and community events. Event support may involve standing, walking, and lifting up to 20 lbs. Communication & Collaboration Must be available during core hours for meetings and donor engagement. Expected to maintain timely communication via email, phone, and internal platforms. Upholds Growing Home’s values of equity, dignity, and community‑centered engagement. Event‑Related Expectations Active role in planning and executing fundraising events. Hours may shift during event weeks for setup, breakdown, and sponsor engagement. Remote Work Guidelines Remote work allowed for tasks like grant writing, research, and administrative work. Must maintain availability, confidentiality, and a professional remote environment.