Development Officer

About The FYI

The Family & Youth Institute (The FYI) is a national nonprofit research and education organization dedicated to strengthening individuals, families, and communities through mental health and well-being resources. By combining rigorous research with culturally relevant programming, The FYI empowers Muslim American families with tools to navigate life’s challenges. More information about The FYI is found on its website at http://www.TheFYI.org 

Position Summary

The FYI is seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Development Officer to support and expand its fundraising efforts. This remote position will focus on donor cultivation, fundraising campaigns, and partnership development. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong relationship-building skills, a passion for nonprofit development, and the ability to effectively communicate The FYI’s impact to donors and stakeholders. Some travel will be required for fundraising events, donor meetings, and organizational gatherings.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute fundraising strategies to grow revenue from individual donors and foundations.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with donors, ensuring personalized engagement and stewardship.
• Implement donor appreciation initiatives, including impact reports, acknowledgment letters, and exclusive donor events.
• Plan and manage fundraising campaigns, including digital, peer-to-peer, and annual giving initiatives.
• Support the coordination of fundraising events and donor appreciation gatherings.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create engaging donor communications and campaign materials.
• Maintain and update donor records in the CRM system, tracking engagement and giving history.
• Analyze fundraising data to assess campaign effectiveness and improve donor retention strategies.
• Prepare reports on fundraising performance for senior leadership and the board.
• Ensure consistency in messaging across all fundraising materials.
• Stay informed of trends in fundraising.
• Continuously seek opportunities for professional development and networking within the non-profit and fundraising community.
• Additional duties as requested by the Executive Director

Skills

• Project management skills, ability to multitask, and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of ethical fundraising practices and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Ability to integrate marketing and communications skills for fundraising purposes
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to excel in independent and team-based work and to collaborate effectively with diverse constituencies
• Strong storytelling and writing skills, with the ability to create compelling donor communications.
• Experience using donor management software (e.g., Neon, Salesforce, or similar platforms).
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Passion for The FYI’s mission and commitment to ethical fundraising practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, grant writing, or nonprofit development.
• Experience working with the American Muslim community, preference for previously having worked within the American Muslim development community
• Knowledge of the Muslim community funder landscape
• Preferred experience in public speaking, grant writing, and working with social media.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $60,000 – $70,000
• Flexible remote work environment with some required travel.
• Healthcare allowance, flexible hours, paid PTO, and 10 paid holidays 
• Virtual position, with flexible hours within the United States
• Some travel is required, including for annual fundraising dinner(s), donor meetings, and annual executive meetings.

How to Apply

The Family & Youth Institute has retained the services of Charity Search Group to coordinate the search for this position. To apply, please complete this online application. If you have questions or need accommodations, please contact Mariya Yurukova at mariya@charitysearchgroup.com ​or visit www.charitysearchgroup.com.