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Development Manager
Job in
New Orleans, Jefferson Davis Parish, Louisiana, 70123, USA
Listed on 2026-07-14
Listing for:
Junior Achievement of Greater New Orleans, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-14
Job specializations:
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Non-Profit & Social Impact
Fundraising / Charity
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Development Manager is responsible for managing core fundraising operations with a focus on special events sponsor ships (Business Hall of Fame, City Stars Soirée, and Peer-to-peer fundraising/Play4JA), the annual fund/secure mid-level donors including GiveNOLA Day and Giving Tuesday, support Foundation and grant funding, and all backend tracking and reporting. This role ensures fundraising initiatives are well-coordinated, data-driven, and donor-centered, enabling the organization to meet revenue goals while delivering a strong, consistent donor experience.
Key Responsibilities Special Event Sponsor ships- Secure, manage, and fulfill event sponsor ships
- Ensure sponsors receive agreed-upon recognition, benefits, and reporting
- Assist with event logistics, timelines, vendors, and internal coordination
- Manage reconciliation and data entry to ensure accurate tracking and reporting
- Manage the annual giving program, including appeals, giving days, and recurring gifts
- Support donor acquisition, retention, and upgrade strategies
- Track annual fund performance against revenue and participation goals
- Support grant strategy, including prospect research, proposal development, submissions, and reporting
- Support grant calendars and ensure compliance with funder requirements and deadlines
- Implement donor stewardship plans to strengthen relationships and long-term retention
- Ensure timely acknowledgements, thank-you letters, and impact communications
- Support donor engagement through regular updates, reports, and touchpoints
- Maintain accurate donor records in the CRM, including gifts, pledges, and interactions
- Track fundraising metrics and support reporting
- Manage gift processing, reconciliation, and data integrity
- Support compliance and documentation for audits and reporting requirements
- Work closely with development leadership, program, and finance teams to align fundraising and impact
- Support board and volunteer fundraising activities with data, materials, and follow-up
- Assist with special development projects and campaigns as needed
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 3–5 years of nonprofit development or fundraising experience
- Experience with event fundraising, annual giving, and donor stewardship
- Strong CRM/database experience (Salesforce, Raiser’s Edge, or similar)
- Highly organized with strong attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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