Development Manager

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Job description

Ada S. McKinley Community Services, Inc. is driven by its mission to empower, educate, and employ people to change lives and strengthen communities. The agency was founded as a settlement house in 1919 by Ada Sophia McKinley, a schoolteacher and social reformer, who saw the need to assist veterans returning from World War I and African Americans migrating from the South. Today, the agency serves more than 7,000 people annually at over 70 locations. Services rendered daily include tutoring, mentoring and college placement, foster care, housing opportunities, youth and family counseling, employment training and placement, and Head Start programs.

Basic Function: The Development Manager will focus on researching, writing, and administering public, private, and corporate grants. In collaboration with the Senior Director of Development, this role will also develop and manage the annual fund, workplace giving campaigns, and recurring donor programs. Also, the Development Manager will help craft and update fundraising messaging for proposals, appeals, and other communications.

Reporting Relationship:

Reports To: Senior Director of Development

Supervises (Position Title): Development Coordinator

Principal Duties/Responsibilities:

Grant Research, Writing, and Administration

Identify and research potential grant opportunities from public, private, and corporate sources.

Write and submit compelling grant proposals and applications.

Manage the grant administration process, including tracking deadlines, reporting requirements, and ensuring compliance with grant guidelines.

Maintain detailed records of grant activity and provide regular updates to the Senior Director of Development.

Annual Fund and Donor Management

Develop and implement strategies for the annual fund, including planning and executing fundraising campaigns.

Manage workplace giving campaigns, coordinating with corporate partners and employees.

Cultivate and grow a base of recurring donors through targeted outreach and engagement efforts.

Monitor and analyze donor data to inform fundraising strategies and improve donor retention.

Fundraising Messaging and Proposal Writing

Collaborate with the Senior Director of Development to write and update fundraising messaging for proposals, donor communications, and marketing materials.

Ensure consistency and alignment of messaging across all fundraising efforts.

Tailor communications to different audiences, highlighting the impact and importance of Ada S. McKinley's work.

Donor Stewardship and Relations

Develop and maintain strong relationships with donors, providing regular updates and impact reports.

Plan and execute donor appreciation events and activities.

Implement stewardship plans to ensure donors feel valued and engaged.

Professional Development

Stay updated on best practices and trends in fundraising, grant writing, and donor relations.

Participate in relevant training and professional development opportunities.

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