Development Manager

Summary

Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director, the Development Manager supports the fundraising and development needs for the Beacon of Light (BOL) mission and vision. This role is essential in helping BOL expand its donor base to attract new donors and cultivate existing donors to provide the financial support needed to fund ongoing operations and future investments in all BOL programming.

• Strategy Development – collaborating with the executive director and the board of directors to create and implement a comprehensive, multi-channel fundraising strategy (campaigns, events, direct mail) to increase brand awareness and achieve revenue targets.
• Donor Cultivation – identifying, engaging and stewarding donors, with a focus on major gifts and grants from private, family and corporate foundations. Work with the Executive Director and Board members to research, develop and cultivate donor prospects.
• Event Management – planning and executing fundraising events, campaigns, and appeals.
• Grant Writing – researching, applying for, and managing funding from trusts, foundations, and institutional donors.
• Data and records management – coordinating with the St Andrew business office to identify and implement use CRM system, e.g., Raisers Edge, to record donations, manage records, and track campaign success.
• Planning – creating an annual calendar of fundraising events, activities, tactics and communications.
• Donor Communication – developing and implementing appropriate donor and prospect communication tools.

• Experience – three to five years previous experience in non-profit fundraising, development or related grant-making activities.
• Communication – excellent written and communication skills for donor cultivation, grant writing, and presentations.
• Relationship Building – strong interpersonal skills to build rapport with donors, stakeholders, and community partners.
• Organizational Skills – proven ability to manage multiple projects, budgets and deadlines simultaneously.