Association of Arizona Food Banks

2100 N. Central Avenue, Suite 230 | Phoenix, AZ 85004-1400

602.528.3434 | 800.445.1914 | Fax 602.528.3838
www.azfoodbanks.org

Director of Development and Marketing Position Available
The Association of Arizona Food Banks (AAFB), a non-profit organization serving 5 member
regional food banks and a network of nearly 1,200 food pantries and agencies is dedicated to a
hunger-free Arizona. AAFB addresses hunger by managing the collection and distribution of
donated and purchased food through the Arizona Statewide Gleaning Project, advocating at the
state and federal level for the improvement of policies and programs that address hunger and
poverty and partnering with organizations to improve access to school meals and other
nutrition programs. This is a full time position in Phoenix reporting to the President/CEO. The
position is available immediately.

Overview of the Position
AAFB is seeking an experienced leader who can develop and guide two key strategies: an
annual fundraising plan and a communications plan. A successful candidate will have strong
interpersonal skills, successful fundraising experience, and statewide knowledge of Arizona
philanthropic leadership, media and communities.

Primary Responsibilities
Develop and manage an annual fundraising plan, including securing funding from
foundations, corporations and individuals to support the programs of AAFB
Develop and strengthen relationships with existing and potential donors
Organize a direct mail campaign to secure donations from existing and potential
contributors
Encourage individuals and foundations to establish or contribute through endowments,
trusts, bequests or designated funds
Research and develop grant proposals to support the AAFB programs
Manage fundraising database and constituent advocacy database
Coordinate with development staff at five member food banks
Develop and manage an annual communications plan and public relations materials,
including an annual report

Required Background, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
A strong commitment to the AAFBs vision and mission
Demonstrated ability to lead a diverse group of people with a team approach and
successful results.
Demonstrated fundraising skills, both oral and written, with people of a variety of social
backgrounds.

Demonstrated ability to handle multi-task work environment and remain focused.

Excellent organizational skills demonstrated through experience and proven abilities in
funding research techniques, donor software, etc. Familiarity with Donor Perfect is
preferred.
Exceptional writing and presentation skills.
Demonstrated problem-solving ability.

An ideal candidate will have a Bachelor of Arts or Science in communications, nonprofit
management or other relevant field and five years of experience in a non-profit environment
with fund development for at least 4 of those years. CFRE preferred.

Compensation
Salary range $70,000-$78,000 depending upon experience and qualifications
Leave policies for vacation, sick and personal days
A flexible spending account for child care or health care expenses
Retirement contributions to a Simplified Employee Pension plan

Position will remain open until filled.

Send cover letter and resume to:
Angie Rodgers, President and CEO
Association of Arizona Food Banks
2100 N. Central Avenue, Suite 230
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Email: angie@azfoodbanks.org
(602) 528-3838 fax