Development Manager

Summary

Join NAPAWF as their Development Manager, Corporate Giving! This remote position, based in select states, supports the organization's mission by expanding corporate giving efforts. You will cultivate relationships with corporate donors, track organizational needs, and create engaging donor touchpoints. The role involves collaborating with internal teams, analyzing industry trends, and managing event logistics. You will also supervise entry-level staff, leading projects and fostering team development. This full-time, exempt position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in corporate giving, fundraising, or development
• Minimum of 1-2 years of fundraising CRM experience (i.e. Salesforce, GiftWorks, Slate, etc.)
• Proven experience in supervising and managing staff, particularly entry-level staff, with strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Strong writing skills with experience in development communications and newsletters
• Proven ability to manage relationships with external stakeholders and corporate partners
• Experience in corporate prospecting, solicitation, and stewardship
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working with diverse teams
• Strong support of and alignment with NAPAWF’s mission and vision
• Occasional travel required (up to 10%) and occasional evening/weekend hours, staffing media events and opportunities, external facing events, and supporting other staff as needed

Responsibilities

• Establish benchmarks for organizational needs and fundraising goals to inform corporate giving strategies and priorities, with oversight of individual giving, donor briefs, and donor reconciliation
• Identify and cultivate existing and new corporate partnerships to drive increased engagement and donations, incorporating strategies for individual giving
• Collaborate with internal teams to align messaging and fundraising strategies that resonate with corporate and individual donors
• Analyze industry trends and donor behavior to ensure corporate giving strategies are competitive and aligned with market expectations
• Move pipelines effectively to increase corporate giving, ensuring a steady flow of contributions
• Monitor and evaluate pipeline performance to identify opportunities for growth and adjust strategies as needed
• Develop and implement communication strategies to articulate NAPAWF’s needs and the impact of corporate investments
• Create compelling narratives and content that keep donors informed and connected to NAPAWF’s mission, utilizing skills in storytelling and persuasive writing
• Produce high-quality written materials, including newsletters and donor communications, that effectively convey impact
• Oversee multi-channel donor engagement efforts through social media, email campaigns, and reports to ensure cohesive messaging across platforms
• Coordinate logistics for in-person and virtual events, managing audio/visual services, food and beverage, and décor
• Organize and distribute meeting materials, including printed items, for multi-regional events
• Oversee shipping and handling of merchandise and event materials to donors and participants
• Ensure smooth execution of both onsite and offsite events, handling all logistical needs from setup to breakdown
• Supervise and manage entry-level staff, providing clear direction and ensuring team alignment with organizational goals
• Lead projects from conception to completion, ensuring timelines are met and deliverables are achieved, while fostering team development and collaboration
• Manager, mentor, and support team members by providing ongoing feedback, coaching, and professional development opportunities to enhance their skills and performance

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to fundraise effectively, with experience securing gifts of $100,000 or more
• Knowledge of donor advised funds (DAF)
• Proficiency in communications analytics and metrics

Benefits

• 401(k) plan
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• NAPAWF covers all premiums and all out-of-pocket in-network expenses through a Health Reimbursement Account (including co-pays, deductibles, and coinsurances) - qualified dependents may also be covered. Coverage for employees and eligible dependents starts on day one
• 15 days of vacation in the first year
• 20 days of sick leave
• FSA options
• Paid holidays between December 25 and January 1 of each year