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Development Leader
- Reports To: Vice President, Investment and Development
- Status: Full-time, Exempt
- Location: Schnecksville (Lehigh Valley), Pennsylvania
Work for a purpose. At Sustainable Energy Fund, each day is about moving society closer to a sustainable energy future. A future in which today’s energy needs are met without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs.
Position Summary
The position leads all fundraising and donor engagement efforts to ensure the organization’s long-term financial stability. This position develops and executes a comprehensive fundraising strategy that includes individual giving, major gifts, grants, and corporate sponsorships.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategy and Leadership
- Develop and implement an annual fundraising plan with measurable goals.
- Oversee all revenue streams: individual giving, foundations, corporations, and government grants.
- Create new events and assist Vice Presidents, Outreach and Education with event execution.
- Create and manage a donor stewardship plan.
Donor and Relationship Management
- Cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors and prospects.
- Conduct regular donor communications, including impact reports and personalized outreach.
- Maintain accuracy of donor records.
Grant Writing and Engagement
- Research funding opportunities aligned with values, mission, and programs.
- Lead grant proposal development, submissions, reporting, and compliance.
Communications and Collaboration
- Work closely with program and finance teams to develop strong cases for support.
- Support marketing efforts to increase visibility and donor engagement.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 3 plus years of fundraising experience, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
- Demonstrated success in securing individual and institutional funding.
- Strong writing, communication, and relationship-building skills
Email résumé + cover letter to: [email protected]
Education & Outreach Internship (Paid)
- Reports To: Vice President, Outreach and Education
- Status: Temporary, Exempt
- Location: Schnecksville (Lehigh Valley), Pennsylvania
- Term: Spring and Summer 2026
Job Summary
Sustainable Energy Fund (SEF) is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to support outreach and education initiatives that advance SEF’s mission. The intern will join our multi-disciplinary team and assist with the planning and implementation of educational programs and events, including support for SEF’s signature Energypath Conference and other community engagement initiatives.
This internship will provide hands-on experience in renewable energy education, nonprofit program development, and event planning. A primary focus of this role will be helping SEF design and launch a new, engaging field trip program for our Net Zero Energy building.
Essential Job Functions
The intern will support SEF staff in the following areas:
· Assist in designing a new field trip program for SEF’s Net Zero Energy building
· Collaborate with staff to develop hands-on educational activities and materials
· Conduct research to support SEF educational initiatives and outreach programs
· Support planning and implementation of programs such as the Energypath Conference and Makeover Contest
· Assist with marketing, communications, and program evaluation efforts
· Support staff during public events, workshops, and community activities
· Attend and participate in SEF staff meetings and external partner/client meetings
· Represent Sustainable Energy Fund in a positive, professional, and energetic manner
· Complete additional duties as assigned to support organizational priorities
Qualifications
· Currently pursuing a college degree
· Interest in nonprofit work, education, marketing, sustainable energy and/or event planning
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills
· Strong interpersonal and customer service skills, with a high level of professionalism
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
· Valid driver’s license required
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [email protected]
Sustainable Energy Fund is a non-profit organization that assists energy users in overcoming educational and financial barriers to a sustainable energy future: a future in which energy is harvested, converted, distributed and utilized in a manner that allows all to meet their energy needs without compromising the ability of their children and grandchildren to meet their needs.
To apply, please send resume and cover letter to [email protected]
Sustainable Energy Fund is a non-profit organization that assists energy users in overcoming educational and financial barriers to a sustainable energy future: a future in which energy is harvested, converted, distributed and utilized in a manner that allows all to meet their energy needs without compromising the ability of their children and grandchildren to meet their needs.