Position Summary The Development & Partnerships Manager is responsible for advancing the NATA Foundation’s fundraising and engagement efforts through strategic donor cultivation, corporate partnerships, and revenue-generating events. This role focuses primarily on securing unrestricted funding to support the NATA Foundation’s mission and long-term sustainability. Working in close collaboration with the Executive Director, this position plays a key role in developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies, supporting board engagement in development efforts, and enhancing donor stewardship and organizational visibility. The Development & Partnerships Manager reports directly to the Executive Director. Primary Responsibilities
Fundraising & Development
In partnership with the Executive Director, identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors, corporate sponsors, and programmatic partners to increase unrestricted revenue
Collaborate with the Executive Director and VP of Development to design and implement comprehensive development strategies, including 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year plans
Support and strengthen board and volunteer engagement in fundraising through training, tools and resources, and strategic opportunities
Serve as staff liaison to the Development Committee and District Relations Committee; attend monthly NATA Foundation Board Meetings and support additional development-related committees and workgroups as assigned
Partner with district leaders to support localized fundraising initiatives, including ideation, planning, and administrative coordination
Coordinate all fundraising activities associated with the NATA annual symposium, including event planning, sponsorship sales, logistics, and volunteer management
Lead the planning and execution of the NATA Foundation’s annual online silent auction, including item procurement, sponsorships, platform management, fulfillment, and volunteer coordination
Support additional fundraising campaigns and initiatives (e.g., district events, holiday campaigns, and other special projects)
Develop and distribute donor communications, including solicitations, acknowledgments, and impact reports
Enhance and maintain donor stewardship efforts, including recognition programs, website donor listings, tribute gifts, and annual tax acknowledgments
Marketing & Communications
Collaborate with NATA Foundation staff to support and execute integrated marketing strategies that advance fundraising and organizational awareness
Assist in the development and management of content across social media platforms, ensuring alignment with NATA Foundation messaging and priorities
In partnership with the Executive Manager:
Maintain and update NATA Foundation website content (WordPress)
Coordinate content submissions for NATA communication channels (e.g., NATA News, Range of Motion, and other outlets)
Provide marketing support and materials for district communications, meetings, and reports
Develop promotional materials for fundraising campaigns, events, and the NATA Foundation’s presence at convention using platforms such as Canva or similar tools
Design and distribute surveys related to fundraising, engagement, and organizational initiatives (e.g., SurveyMonkey)
Manage the NATA Foundation’s exhibit booth at the NATA annual symposium, including setup, teardown, and volunteer coordination
Organizational Engagement
Represent the NATA Foundation in NATA staff meetings and collaborate cross-functionally to align efforts and maximize impact
Serve as an ambassador for the NATA Foundation, promoting its mission, programs, and funding priorities to internal and external stakeholders
Additional Responsibilities
Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director to support the NATA Foundation’s strategic priorities and operational needs
Qualifications Required Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills
Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, donors, and partners
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and virtual collaboration tools (e.g., Zoom)
Willingness to work occasionally early mornings, evenings, or weekends as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience in fundraising, customer service, volunteer relations, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience with fundraising and marketing tools, including platforms such as GiveSmart and Nimble (or similar donation platforms), Salesforce (or other CRM/database systems), Hubspot, Monday.com, WordPress, Canva (or similar design tools), SurveyMonkey, social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube), and scheduling tools (e.g., Later, ClickUp)
Experience supporting fundraising events, sponsorship development, or donor engagement strategies
Work Environment & Expectations
This position may be 100% remote for candidates residing outside the Dallas–Fort Worth (DFW) area (more than 30 miles from the office)
For candidates residing within the DFW area (within 30 miles of the office), this position is primarily remote, with occasional in-person responsibilities as needed
Ability to travel up to 5% for business-related purposes, including meetings and events
Must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of balancing competing priorities
Must be a collaborative, proactive team player with a solutions-oriented mindset
For more information on the NATA Foundation, including its leadership, programs and activities, please visit www.natafoundation.org. NATA offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; generous PTO and paid holidays; 401(k) retirement and pension plan; fully remote work environment; professional development support and life and disability coverage. EOE Powered by JazzHR rwyJdN1ZaS