Development Manager

About the Position:
This is a full-time, exempt position and reports to the Development Director. The 3.5 FTE development and communications department is responsible for raising approximately $4.3M from private and governmental sources. The Development Manager manages a robust cycle of donor cultivation, supports the organization’s foundation, corporate, and government grants, supports and implements annual campaigns, and identifies, researches, and pursues new funding opportunities for a growing and innovative non-profit.
Essential Job Functions:
•Manage and maintain donor database, Raiser’s Edge,
•Input and extract data and create reports,
•Manage database integrity and standardization for accuracy,
•Create monthly fundraising reports and dashboards.
•Manage gift processing including recording gifts and preparing timely acknowledgements.
•Manage external communications: newsletter, blog, and press releases.
•With the development team and the Board Fundraising Committee, play a key role in implementing GWL’s annual Glow Gala.
•Support a robust grant cycle writing grant proposals, reports, and related correspondence for foundations, corporations, and governmental fundraising in a timely manner.
•Develop research, cultivation, and stewardship plans for assigned prospects, including corporate sponsors.
•Assist with direct mail campaigns.
•Assist with development and production of fundraising collateral.
•Maintain up-to-date knowledge of GWL’s programs and initiatives.
•Research and compile background materials for proposals and reports.
•Assist in collecting outcomes to measure and report on program impact.

•Work with the Development Director in creating and assessing annual fundraising plan.
•Assist with and participate in special events and other organization functions as needed.
•Other projects and tasks as assigned.

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications:
•Must share a passion for Groundwork’s values and vision
•At least 3-5 years of full-time professional experience in development with excellent references. Grant writing experience preferred.
•Experienced and comfortable working in multi-cultural, inclusive settings
•Excellent writing, editing, and analytical skills.
•Flexible, nimble thinker; strong ability to look ahead and plan effectively, deftly anticipating and avoiding roadblocks
•Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
•Ability to identify, understand, and articulate program needs in collaboration with colleagues.
•Capacity to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple deadlines.
•Ability to work a flexible schedule including some nights and weekends.
•Flexibility to take on new assignments as opportunities arise.
•Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
•Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software such as Raiser’s Edge.
Preferred Qualifications:
•Fluent in Spanish (verbal and written)
•A BA or BS in a related field

Compensation: Starting salary range is $50,000-$60,000 commensurate with experience. Employee benefits include payment of 75% of health and dental insurance, a matched 403(b) retirement plan, fresh food benefit, long-term disability and life insurance, and excellent paid time off benefits. GWL provides excellent opportunities for advancement and growth within the organization.