Fund Development Manager

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We are seeking a remote Fund Development Manager. This position oversees DMC’s small fundraising team and holds the view of the department. The Fund Development Manager is responsible for achieving overall fundraising goals through cultivating new donors, strengthening connections with existing donors, managing donor relationships, and securing grants. Although this is a remote position, there will be opportunities to visit and work from DMC.

Responsibilities 

  • Work with Executive Director to establish overall view of the Development Department and implement strategic plan to achieve annual fundraising goals
  • Build donor relationships through cultivating the community of monthly givers, assisting the Executive Director in managing major donor relationships, and engaging with potential and one-time givers
  • Identify and apply for suitable grants
  • Maintain and update the Fund Development Report and report results to Executive Director
  • Present plans and results at quarterly Governing Council meetings 
  • Create inspiring communication campaigns targeting existing and potential donors 
  • Coordinate fundraisers 
  • Manage appreciation system 
  • Gain knowledge and skills necessary to run future capital campaign(s)
  • Build interdepartmental relationships
  • Supervise the Fund Development Associate 

Tasks

  • Communicate directly with donors in person and by phone and email
  • Write copy for signs on the land, social media posts, website, emails, etc. to engage donors at all levels
  • Write and gather copy for Quarterly Development Report
  • Gather and edit testimonials and other personal stories to build the voice of DMC
  • Keep record of donor communications in Donor Database
  • Handwrite donor thank you notes, involving other DMC staff when needed
  • Coordinate and implement larger donor appreciation projects
  • Host call-a-thons to thank donors or solicit donations
  • Plan and execute the End of Year Fundraising Appeal
  • Support the Fund Development Associate 

Compensation and Benefits

  • Approximately 40 hours per week
  • Overtime-exempt salary of at least $50,000. Negotiable depending on experience.
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Leave program (estimated 10 days of PTO accrued in first year of employment, 12 days in second year, 15 days in third and fourth years, 20 days in fifth and subsequent years)

To apply, please email cover letter and resume to cgibbs@dralamountain.org.