Development & Events Manager

Development & Events Manager

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Emmaus, Inc., a non-profit agency located in Haverhill, MA, is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Development Manager to lead our fundraising and development initiatives.

• This is an on-site, full-time salaried position that involves some nights and weekends. Schedule is flexible to accommodate hours worked outside of the normal work day.
• Facilitate the timely completion and submission of grant proposals to local foundations and corporations in collaboration with the senior leadership team. This includes drafting proposal narratives, preparing budgets reflective of project scope, assembling required documents /attachments, and submitting final proposals after review by the senior leadership team.
• Organize and lead all agency events while operating within a set budget, working with community partners, vendors, other Emmaus Inc. staff and volunteers to ensure success of events.
• Oversee and assist in the development and utilization of marketing materials, social media posts and press releases in collaboration with the VP of SP&A and the CEO.
• Manage the development of strategy and processes to cultivate, engage, solicit and steward prospects/donors to the Annual Fund and other giving opportunities.
• Oversee the use of software systems and email marketing programs such as Classy and Constant Contact in order to fulfill the fundraising goals.

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in development or fundraising roles, preferably within a nonprofit environment.
• Demonstrated ability in strategic planning and events management.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Demonstrated success meeting agency fundraising goals, through diverse funding streams including individual major gifts (of at least $5,000), event donations/sponsor ships, and foundation/corporate.

Excellent benefits package including: health insurance, dental, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, 401 K “Safe Harbor” retirement plan with possible employer contribution of 3% of salary annually (not dependent on employee contribution).

Emmaus is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Emmaus, Inc., located in Haverhill, MA, is a non-profit housing and service organization that helps homeless families and individuals rebuild their lives and reach their fullest potential. Emmaus owns and operates two emergency shelters and 99 affordable housing units. In addition to housing, Emmaus offers comprehensive support services including housing search assistance, an onsite licensed social worker, financial literacy training, as well as meals and household supplies.

We take a holistic approach to addressing homelessness, dismantling all barriers to housing for our clients. We affirm the value of human dignity and self-respect for every person. We are called by our collective spiritual and social responsibility to serve all people in need – the homeless, disadvantaged, disabled, unemployed and oppressed. Our goal is to enhance societal and personal advancement through provision of housing and support services that empower individuals and families to reach their fullest potential.