Development Manager

New York, NY

Full Time

Job Description

The Development Manager will report to the Director of Development and Outreach and will develop, implement, and manage a pipeline of leadership level donors while also managing fundraising campaigns for special projects and one-time funding initiatives. The Development Manager will be responsible for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting donors and contributing to the fundraising goals of the Development Department.

Responsibilities

Work with and provide support to the Director of Development and Outreach in fundraising planning, prospect research, solicitation, and donor management
Assist in developing campaign and program cases for support including creating print, electronic, and proposal materials
Manage a pipeline of prospects, conduct donor meetings and implement personalized strategies to meet the Department’s annual and long-term fundraising targets
Help coordinate AGBU Opportunity Fund (annual fund) renewals and lapsed donor solicitations
Research new potential funding sources, including non-donor alumni, corporations, foundations, and prospects identified by volunteers and board members
Recruit, train, and support volunteers to assist with fundraising initiatives, ensuring meaningful engagement and effective participation
Secure sponsorships for major AGBU events, including the organization’s major events AGBU FOCUS and AGBU General Assembly
Collaborate with colleagues to implement stewardship and donor relations strategies that strengthen long-term donor engagement and build lasting relationships
Help maintain constituent database by updating records with relevant record updates and prospect and donor information
Assist with additional fundraising activities as needed at the direction of the Director

Requirements- Skills/Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
6-8 years of fundraising experience with a broad understanding of development activities including, annual giving, special project fundraising, and gift planning
Proven success in soliciting and securing gifts
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively
Able to work independently while also contributing collaboratively as part of a team
Comfortable engaging and presenting with volunteers, board members, senior staff, and colleagues
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Team player
Takes initiative and proposes new ideas
Professional, energetic, and enthusiastic demeanor
Experience with constituent databases or customer relationship management (CRM) systems
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Demonstrates discretion and respect for confidential and sensitive information
Excellent verbal, written, and communication skills in English; Knowledge of Armenian a plus
Occasional evenings or travel may be required
United States citizenship or residency required