Development Manager

Development Manager

United Way for Greater Austin, Austin, Texas, United States – Executive/Management

United Way for Greater Austin

Development Manager

Department: Resource Development & Marketing and Communications

Regular, Full-time, Exempt

Who we are:

United Way for Greater Austin brings our community together to break economic barriers and build opportunity for all. We break the cycle of economic hardships for families and individuals, striving to create a vibrant, thriving community. Recognizing the urgency of addressing economic challenges, we focus on increasing the availability of high‑quality early care and education and access to pivotal resources to address financial barriers in Central Texas.

Our united front includes dedicated donors, volunteers, corporate and civic partners, staff, and a connected network of neighbors. Together, we leverage data, community alliances, services, and public engagement to transform Central Texas, responding to urgent needs with lasting, impactful solutions.

Who we want:

The Development Manager is responsible for managing and growing a portfolio of corporate partners and individual donors to advance United Way for Greater Austin’s fundraising goals. You will lead the cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of funding through corporate giving programs, workplace campaigns, sponsor ships, and individual philanthropy.

In this role you will drive year‑round engagement by creating meaningful opportunities for donors and partners to connect with United Way’s mission through fundraising, volunteerism, and community impact efforts. Working collaboratively across the Resource Development team and with Marketing, Finance, and program teams, this role builds a strong pipeline of new prospects while deepening relationships with existing supporters.

• Action‑oriented: You act on challenges without unnecessary planning and step up to handle tough issues. You identify and seize new opportunities and display a can‑do attitude in good and bad times.
• Strategic and results‑driven: You align activities with organizational goals and adapt strategies to maximize impact.
• Communicates effectively: You are effective in a variety of communication settings; one‑on‑one, in small and large groups, or among diverse styles and position levels. You attentively listen to others and adjust to fit the audience and the message. You provide timely and helpful information to others across the organization and encourage the open expression of diverse ideas and opinions.
• Relationship builder: You cultivate strong networks and foster meaningful partnerships across stakeholders.
• Collaborative: You work across teams and departments to achieve shared outcomes.
• Innovative and resilient: You bring forward new ideas and adapt in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.

• Manage and grow a portfolio of corporate partners and individual donors, including identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.
• Serve as the primary relationship manager for assigned accounts and donors, ensuring a high‑touch, tailored engagement strategy.
• Identify philanthropic goals and align giving opportunities to maximize donor and partner investment.

• Implement workplace campaign strategies and employee giving programs for corporate partners.
• Develop and execute corporate engagement opportunities including sponsor ships, volunteerism, and CSR activations.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of corporate prospects through research, relationships, and community outreach.

• Deliver a high‑quality, personalized donor experience, including events, recognition, and communications.
• Plan and execute engagement opportunities to strengthen long‑term donor relationships and pipeline development.
• Partner with internal teams to design and implement donor engagement strategies, events, and campaigns.

• Collaborate with Marketing & Communications, Events, and program teams to support integrated fundraising and engagement efforts.
• Work with Grants and leadership teams to support corporate and…