The Development Manager plays a key role in driving the Foundation’s fundraising effort to support its mission and ensures long-term sustainability. This position is responsible for designing and implementing fundraising strategies, cultivating donor relationships, and expanding revenue streams. The ideal candidate is a motivated professional with proven fundraising experience and a passion for building meaningful partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with the organization's mission and objectives.
Build and steward relationships with current and prospective donors through personalized outreach, cultivation, solicitation, and recognition.
Oversee donor database ensuring accurate records, timely acknowledgments, and effective moves management for donor cultivation with administrative staff.
Work closely with the communications staff to develop compelling fundraising campaigns, messaging, and materials.
Represent the NSBA Foundation at horse shows, industry events, and community gatherings.
Recruit and support fundraising volunteers and committees.
Manage the Foundation’s development budget (approximately $1,000,000 annually).
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s degree preferred
· 3–5 years of development experience
· Demonstrated success meeting fundraising goals and managing donor relationships
· Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
· Strong organizational, project management, and strategic planning abilities
· Experience with donor databases, digital fundraising tools, and Microsoft Office
Personal Attributes
· Passion for the mission of the NSBA Foundation
· Professional, ethical, and highly dependable
· Collaborative and relationship-oriented, with the ability to work effectively with staff, board members, donors, and volunteers
· Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
Additional Requirements
Valid driver’s license required
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, and event-related travel
Attend NSBA World Championship Show two weeks annually in August
Attendance at required staff meetings and Foundation events
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
Ability to work in both office and event/horse-show environments with moderate noise and varying temperatures
Lift and carry up to 30–50 pounds as needed (event materials, displays, supplies)
Regular use of computers, phones, and office equipment
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and move between event locations as needed
Maintain regular and punctual attendance
Benefits
401K + company match
Insurance
2 weeks PTO + 9 Federal holidays
Off between Christmas and New Years
The Development Manager will play a key role in advancing the NSBA Foundation’s impact by building lasting partnerships and securing the resources needed to support programs that benefit the equestrian community.
To Learn More: www.nsba.com/ about-the-foundation
Submit resume and cover letter to: office@nsba.com
Salary Range: $60,000+ commensurate with experience
