Development Manager
Collective Power for Reproductive Justice
Remote
Anticipated Start Date: 03/01/26
Description
The Development Manager (DM) holds primarily responsibility for cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of low to mid-level donors. They manage core fundraising activities such as the organization’s digital fundraising program; annual appeals and other campaigns; the monthly donor program; and the creation of associated fundraising content and materials. The DM also is responsible for overseeing the maintenance of keeping up-to-date, accurate records for all donors. The DM provides support to the Director of Generosity (DG) and Associate Director (AD) around fundraising related activities including major donor circle and grant funding.
Responsibilities
Fundraising – 50% With guidance from AD and DG, create and implement comprehensive fundraising plans for low- to mid-level donors, alums, and monthly donors that increase giving; Implement creative ideas to support recruitment, retention, cultivation and stewardship of donors;. With the Fundraising Communications team, develop messaging, concepts, content and materials for fundraising, such as appeals, monthly donor communications, and other campaigns; Build a comprehensive digital fundraising program that drives consistent education, connection, engagement and giving through email and social media, and includes online campaigns.
Stewardship – 25% General stewardship of all donors giving less than $1,000, including notes, emails and calls; Oversee/implement various gift acknowledgement activities such as BOD thank-a-thon, tax letters, and personalized thank yous for new donors; Support specialized stewardship to high level donors; Work closely with Data Systems Manager to ensure accurate fundraising and database records, including gifts, activities, events and notes; Support DG and AD with fundraising activities related to major donors and grants as needed; Train and supervise Collective Power operations assistant and development interns on stewardship and record-keeping tasks.
Events – 15% Coordinate with programs team to create opportunities for donors to participate in activities such as in-person and virtual community events; Support DG as necessary in planning and coordination around house parties; Plans and produces events as applicable for recruitment, cultivation, retention and stewardship of low to mid level donors; Manage fundraising event logistics, including providing on-site and/or virtual staffing, with support from operations staff, as necessary.
Other duties as assigned – 10%
Requirements
We will consider exceptional candidates who demonstrate a strong combination of the specific qualifications and skills described below.
3-5 years of related experience; Alignment with mission and values; Experience with customer relationship management databases. Experience with CiviCRM preferred;
Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and work successfully with persons of diverse backgrounds, including people with different racial, ethnic and class backgrounds, people of different genders, and people with disabilities;
Must be detail-oriented; able to handle high volume of work; effectively prioritize, multi-task and problem-solve; pay attention to deadlines and details; have good organizational skills; communicate clearly and confidently; Must demonstrate flexibility and work well under pressure;
Must have word processing and data entry skills using Microsoft programs (especially Word and Excel) and Google documents; ability to relay information, messages and correspondence in timely and organized manner; experience using spreadsheets and databases.
Additional Requirements
Must be able to work a flexible schedule including occasional evenings and weekends and overnight travel throughout the year which may include national and international conferences, convenings, trainings, and foundation and donor visits.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described for this position are that of a typical office environment. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time in front of a computer screen is an essential aspect of the position. There may be a need to lift and/or move materials or equipment. Work will be performed at the employee’s home office, with occasional travel (as described above).
Schedule: Collective Power operates with a 32-hour work week. Our staff may choose to work a 4-day or 5-day week, but must be available during our core work hours, which are generally 9 am – 4 pm Eastern time.
Salary Range and Employee Benefits
$65,000-$75,000
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About the Organization
Collective Power for Reproductive Justice is a national reproductive rights and justice organization dedicated to educating, mentoring, and inspiring new generations of advocates, leaders, and supporters. Combining activism, organizing, leadership training, and reproductive rights movement building, Collective Power promotes an inclusive agenda that advances reproductive rights and health, and social and economic justice.
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