Annual Fund Manager

Description

Step into a key fundraising role at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden as the Annual Fund Manager and help fuel a mission that connects people with plants, nature, and inspiring outdoor spaces. This is a high-energy, relationship-centered position for someone who loves strategy, storytelling, and building genuine connections with donors.

• Lead the Garden’s annual giving program by planning and running direct mail appeals, email campaigns, phone outreach, and online giving efforts for individuals, corporations, and organizations.
• Create warm, compelling donor communications, appeal letters, impact updates, and thank‑you messages that make supporters feel seen, appreciated, and connected to the Garden’s work.
• Build and manage a thoughtful stewardship program for corporate donors, including setting recognition levels, delivering benefits, and ensuring they feel like valued partners.
• Work closely with the External Relations Director to set annual fundraising goals, map out strategies, and track progress so everyone knows how the program is performing.
• Maintain accurate donor and prospect records in the fundraising database (Altru), logging activities, strategies, and key notes to support strong long‑term relationships.
• Analyze donor data to identify trends, spot new opportunities, and refine your approach to boost revenue, retention, and engagement.
• Play a key role in Blossom, the Garden’s annual fundraising dinner, by helping secure sponsor ships and managing donor relationships around the event.

• A bachelor’s degree, or a mix of education and related experience that prepares you for the role.
• At least three years of success managing multi‑channel annual fund efforts using a relationship‑building, moves management approach.
• Comfort initiating and growing relationships with donors, both on the phone and in person—you enjoy conversation and connection.
• Strong familiarity with donor databases; experience with Altru or Blackbaud is especially helpful.
• Excellent organization and attention to detail—you can keep track of many moving parts without losing sight of the big picture.
• Clear, professional communication skills in writing and speaking, and a polished, friendly presence.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment, meet deadlines, and contribute positively to team culture.
• Willingness to complete required background checks, including child abuse, state police, and FBI clearances.

• Full‑time role (around 40 hours per week) with flexibility for Garden events and donor activities.
• Primarily office‑based work with the chance to get outside occasionally to host tours and show donors the impact of their support.
• Comfort sitting for extended periods, using a computer regularly, and walking the Garden’s moderate terrain when needed.

If you’re energized by building relationships, crafting meaningful donor experiences, and growing a mission that brings people and plants together, this role offers a vibrant setting to do your best work.