Vice President Community Relations - Waco

Who We Are

The Central Texas Food Bank (CTFB) is the largest hunger-relief organization in Central Texas and a proud member of the Feeding America network. From its headquarters in Austin, CTFB serves a 21-county region on a mission to increase food access by providing nutritious food, leading hunger and poverty advocacy efforts, and transforming lives through programs, education, and innovative solutions.

Through a combination of direct-service programs and a network of approximately 250 nonprofit community partners, CTFB supports over 630,000 food-insecure individuals annually.

We offer a collaborative and community-focused culture that values Service, Integrity, Dignity, Collaboration and Innovation. We're seeking dedicated, mission-driven professionals to help us shape a healthier future for our neighbors. Join us in our vision of ensuring that all Central Texans will have immediate and equitable access to nutritious food.

Position Overview

The Vice President Community Relations-Waco will be the first fundraising representative based at Central Texas Food Bank’s new satellite location in Waco, Texas. Reporting directly to the Chief Development Officer, this position is responsible for growing philanthropic support across McLennan County and eight other surrounding counties. The Regional Development Officer will lead regional fundraising efforts with a strong emphasis on major gifts , corporate partnerships , and foundation giving . This is a unique opportunity to build and strengthen the Central Texas Food Bank brand and presence in a community we’ve long served but are now embedding in more deeply. Success in this role will require strong ties to the philanthropic landscape of Waco and neighboring counties in CTFB’s service area, as well as the ability to design and execute a sustainable fundraising strategy in alignment with the Food Bank’s overall resource development goals.

Relationships

The Vice President Community Relations-Waco is a key member of the Resource Development department and reports directly to the Chief Development Officer . While based in Waco, this position will collaborate regularly with colleagues at the Austin headquarters, including teams focused on Major Gifts, Corporate & Foundation Giving, Communications, Volunteer Engagement, and Development Operations.

Externally, this position will develop and manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, cultivating meaningful relationships with individual philanthrts , corporate leaders , and foundation representatives in the region. As the local face of the Central Texas Food Bank, the officer will represent the organization at events, meetings, and public engagements to build awareness and deepen community support.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive regional fundraising strategy to grow individual, corporate, and foundation support in Waco and surrounding communities.
• Manage a portfolio of major gift prospects and donors, creating customized cultivation and stewardship plans to deepen engagement.
• Identify and pursue corporate giving opportunities, including sponsorships, employee giving campaigns, and community grants.
• Build and sustain relationships with local foundations in coordination with the Development Operations team.
• Represent the Central Texas Food Bank in community events, coalitions, and regional philanthropic networks to elevate brand visibility and impact storytelling.
• Collaborate with the Marketing & Communications team to tailor messaging and collateral for the Waco market.
• Serve as a liaison between the Waco satellite site and the Austin-based development team to ensure strategic alignment and information sharing.
• Track and report on fundraising activity, donor engagement, and revenue performance using CTFB’s donor database and CRM tools.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, with a strong emphasis on major gifts and/or corporate and foundation relations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the philanthropic and business landscape in Waco and Central Texas.
• Proven ability to cultivate and solicit donors, manage relationships, and meet fundraising goals.
• Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Self-starter with a high degree of initiative, accountability, and professionalism.
• Comfort working independently in a satellite office, while maintaining close coordination with a central team.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in nonprofit management, communications, or related field.
• Commitment to the mission and values of the Central Texas Food Bank.

Comprehensive Benefits

We are committed to service, above all else, in our community and for our team members. With our commitment to the health and wellness of our team members, we provide a full benefits package to include the following:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans,
• company paid short and long term disability insurance plus employee life insurance,
• 403b retirement plan plus up to 5% matching contribution after one year of service,
• telemedicine for physical and mental health,
• employee assistance program,
• paid time off including paid holidays,
• outdoor seating area with a garden view, and an
• on-site gym with a shower.

In addition, Central Texas Food Bank is designated a Texas Mother-Friendly Workplace AND a Best Place for Working Parents. Grow your career, build your network and develop your talents while enjoying the flexibility of a family-friendly environment.

The final candidate will be required to complete a preemployment drug test and background check.