Development Officer

About El Centro Hispano

El Centro Hispano is a nonprofit organization serving Arkansas's growing Hispanic community through educational, legal, health, civic, cultural, and social programs. We provide trusted, bilingual support that improves quality of life and empowers youth and families to thrive.

Position Summary

The Development Officer will lead and implement El Centro Hispano's fundraising, donor engagement, and grant development strategy. This role is responsible for identifying funding opportunities, cultivating relationships with individual donors and community partners, coordinating fundraising campaigns and events, and ensuring effective stewardship and tracking.

The ideal candidate is passionate about community impact and highly organized, with experience in nonprofit fundraising or donor relations.

Key Responsibilities

Fund Development & Donor Engagement

• Develop and implement annual fundraising strategies to meet revenue goals.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual, foundation, and corporate donors.
• Manage and grow a portfolio of donors capable of giving $500–$25,000+ annually.
• Oversee donor communications, recognition, and impact reporting.

Event Planning & Community Relations

• Plan and execute major fundraising events such as the Día de Los Muertos Gala, Capital Campaign, and other community-based fundraising initiatives.
• Represent El Centro Hispano at events, funder meetings, and civic engagements.
• Build strong relationships with community partners and local stakeholders.

Systems & Administration

• Maintain accurate donor records in the database and generate reports.
• Prepare donor acknowledgment letters and fundraising materials.
• Track progress toward fundraising goals and report to the Executive Director.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, communications, business, or related field OR equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in fundraising, development, or donor relations (nonprofit preferred).
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Familiarity with donor databases/CRMs (e.g., DonorPerfect, Little Green Light) is a plus.
• Passion for El Centro Hispano's mission and commitment to equity and inclusion.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: depending on experience and qualifications.
• Health benefits, paid holidays, PTO, and professional development opportunities.
• Flexible schedule with occasional evening or weekend events.

To Apply

Please submit your resume and cover letter to Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person