Managing Director, Central Florida Chapter

Blessings in a Backpack

Florida

On-site

USD 90,000 - 150,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan

Job summary

Blessings in a Backpack is seeking a hands-on Managing Director to lead the Central Florida Chapter. You will drive fundraising strategies, board development, volunteer management, and program operations in support of hunger relief for area schoolchildren.

Reporting to the regional VP, you will manage a part-time Chapter Coordinator and collaborate with the advisory board, regional teams, and community partners to expand impact and ensure sustainable growth.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum five years of fund development experience in Central Florida or similar revenue generation.
Major gifts experience preferred and board management/recruitment skills essential.
Strong fundraising track record and community outreach experience.
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement fundraising strategies with regional and organizational teams.
Oversee budget and ensure funds support the chapter's mission.
Recruit, manage, and activate advisory board members.
Represent Blessings in a Backpack at events and networking opportunities.
Coordinate with regional program teams to ensure smooth operations.
Cultivate community relationships and drive volunteer engagement.
Manage Chapter Coordinator to meet chapter goals.

Skills

Fund development

Board management

Public speaking

Networking

Event planning

Communication

Volunteer management

Project management

Travel readiness

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Microsoft Office

Job description

BACKGROUND

Blessings in a Backpack mobilizes communities, individuals, and resources to provide food on the weekends for school-age children across America who might otherwise go hungry.

The organization provides over 3 million hunger-free weekends each year. The Central Florida Chapter currently plans to serve over 3,000 children in the 2026/27 school year.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position requires a take-charge, self-starter to lead the Blessings Chapter in Central Florida. The Managing Director will have overall responsibility for implementing Blessings' strategic plan with a focus on board development, local fundraising, volunteer management, program sustainability and expansion, and operations. The Managing Director will conceptualize and manage complex project plans, working in close collaboration with the Blessings regional and senior management teams and local advisory board.

The Managing Director, a direct report to the southeastern Regional Vice President, will manage a part-time Chapter Coordinator and work with a regional team. The Central Florida Advisory Board is a key stakeholder.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Managing Director is responsible for the overall performance of the chapter and is accountable for fund development, budget management, and meeting the needs of its volunteers and board. Key responsibilities include:

Develop and implement fundraising strategies in concert with regional and organizational teams, including managing major gifts, corporate giving, foundation relations, and events
Event planning and on-the-ground implementation may be necessary
Oversee the chapter budget and ensure sufficient funds are raised to support the chapter's mission
Recruit, manage, and activate advisory board members
Represent Blessings in a Backpack in the market, attending events, public speaking, and networking opportunities as needed
Work with the regional program team to ensure smooth operations
Cultivate strong community relationships
Manage the Chapter Coordinator to achieve chapter goals

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree

Minimum five years of fund development experience in the Central Florida area, or comparable sales/revenue generation experience
Major gifts experience preferred
Strong track record in board management and recruitment
Demonstrated success in fundraising and fund development
Experience in community outreach
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Passion for addressing childhood hunger and food insecurity
Willingness and ability to attend local business and social events that require both workday and evening availability, plus travel within the chapter area
Ability to travel overnight by airplane on a limited basis
Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs
Home office in the Orlando, Florida area
Personal transportation (mileage is reimbursed in accordance with IRS rules)
Valid driver's license

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Work experience in a fast-paced, growth-oriented, entrepreneurial organizational environment
Project management experience
Knowledge of Raiser's Edge

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
Ability to work some evening/weekend events

BENEFITS

Medical, dental, and vision insurance. Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays, including Paid Winter Break and Summer Fridays. FSA plan. 403(b) retirement plan. Relocation assistance is not available.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Blessings in a Backpack is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities. For assistance or to request accommodations, please contact HR at hr 'at' blessingsinabackpack . org