Manager, Individual Gifts

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$87,000.00/yr - $97,000.00/yr

Title of Position : Manager, Major Gifts

Department: Development

Reports to: AVP, Major Gifts

Direct Reports: TBD

Salary: $87-97k

FLSA: Exempt

Win is a leading provider of shelter, supportive housing, and innovative programs for families with children experiencing homelessness, in New York City. Our equity-driven Way to Win model takes a multifaceted approach to overcoming barriers to stable housing by offering essential services, including childcare, employment support, legal aid, high-impact programs, and housing assistance.

The Manager, Major Gifts works closely with the AVP of Major Gifts to execute strategic initiatives and fundraising practices designed to grow funding support from high-dollar donors. Building upon a strong existing base of funders, the Manager cultivates, solicits, and stewards current and new individual donors to meet and exceed the Development Department’s annual goals. The Manager works collaboratively and leads in managing their assigned portfolio and reporting responsibilities, while researching and pursuing new ways to communicate Win’s mission and successes to secure larger gifts.

Important to this position is the ability to establish and maintain strong relationships with a diverse portfolio of donors in collaboration with Win’s leadership team. The Manager has a “can do” attitude, with the ability to perform well in both a team setting and independently. This person has an interest in exploring creative partnerships and leveraging innovative ideas and approaches to attract and retain funders.

The Manager is also comfortable representing and/or presenting Win’s work to new and existing audiences. The Manager is a polished professional who excels at managing both small details and long-term strategy while remaining deeply committed to Win’s mission, effectively communicating its value to external stakeholders.

• Manage a portfolio of mid-level and major donors, engagement, solicitation, and stewardship strategies to deepen relationships and maximize giving potential.
• Develop and execute tailored donor cultivation plans, collaborating with Development and Program teams to create impactful engagement opportunities and donor experiences, customized proposals, and detailed briefing documents and donor experiences.
• Oversee and execute the acknowledgement and recognition processes for donors, ensuring immediate, tailored, and accurate correspondence to donors, and ongoing and meaningful donor appreciation.
• Work closely with the AVP of Major Gifts to implement a strategic and cohesive donor engagement approach that develops long-term partnerships.
• Bring a willingness to learn, grow, and professionally develop into a larger role in the future.

• Track and report on financial progress of donor portfolio, aligning with overall department goals and identifying areas of growth.
• Set, track, and report on independent goals to demonstrate progress and achievement in Manager position.
• Work closely with the Director of Development Operations and other Major Gifts Team members to develop and enhance prospecting strategies, refine donor qualification methodologies, and expand Win’s pipeline to major donors.
• Analyze donor data and fundraising metrics to assess performance, identify trends and share key learnings to inform strategic decision-making.
• Ensure the maintenance of accurate and up-to-date donor records in Salesforce. Work with the Development staff to ensure fulfillment and implementation.

• Participate in planning and staffing of specific fundraising events as needed.
• Other duties as assigned, including ongoing support of appeals, campaigns, donor communications, and marketing.

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