What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Manager position at BRIDGES USA?
POSITION TITLE: Development Manager
FLSA: Exempt, Regular - Full-Time
REPORTS TO: VP of Development
ANNUAL SALARY: $54,001 - $59,000 (Based on experience)
DIRECT REPORTS: 0
CREATION: July 1, 2023
EFFECTIVE DATE: July 1, 2023
WHAT IS BRIDGES USA?
BRIDGES is a 100-year-old, Memphis-based youth development organization. BRIDGES unites and inspires diverse young people to become confident and courageous leaders committed to community transformation.
WHY WORK AT BRIDGES?
BRIDGES offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including a 401(k) plan, 20 days of annual paid leave, good work-life balance, and a dog-friendly work environment.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Development Manager plans, coordinates, and implements BRIDGES' annual fundraising strategies to ensure fundraising goals are met. The work requires building and maintaining donor relationships; identifying, cultivating, soliciting, and stewarding donors; and overseeing related communications initiatives and fundraising events
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Development (75%)
- Actively participate in all fundraising activities including individual giving, grants, special events, direct mail appeals, and corporate partnership initiatives in support of BRIDGES's annual fundraising goals.
- Develop strategies for existing and prospective donors to effectively move them through a cycle of giving.
- Assist with the development, submission, and retention of grant requests for funds.
- Represent BRIDGES in the community to build awareness of and commitment to the organization's work.
- Provide strategic direction around donor cycle of giving and associated project management, including implementing gift tracking, gift opportunity management, and reporting in Salesforce.
Administrative Responsibilities (25%)
In partnership with the Vice President of Development and/or Director of Communications:
- Budget, forecast, and track progress of organizational fundraising goals.
- Manage online and social media communications vehicles to support annual fundraising strategies.
- Participate in the creative design for BRIDGES' marketing and promotional materials related to fundraising campaigns to increase reach and impact and ensure consistency.
- Facilitate regular reviews of project/task performance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Two-three (2-3) years of direct fundraising experience with responsibility in development, external sales, or a related field and demonstrated success in achieving revenue targets.
- Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal skills with ability to engage effectively with a wide range of individuals in a diverse community, including program partners, board members, staff, and other such stakeholders.
- Hands-on experience working with Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite to develop grant proposals, associated budgets, and other related development campaign materials.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical functions, compile data, create reports, and proofread and maintain documents, records, and correspondence with strong attention to detail.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 3 years of fundraising experience
- Experience managing strategic short- and long-term fundraising plans and projects; ability to prioritize work, organize resources organization-wide, solve problems, and meet submission deadlines
- Experience working with Salesforce donor management software; ability to identify ways to use the system to improve business processes
- Self-starter who possesses a high degree of accuracy, confidentiality, and professionalism with a strong commitment to diversity and youth-adult equity
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work is performed under general supervision of the Vice President of Development and requires specialized training, experience, and knowledge.
- Work hours are 8:30 am - 5:00 pm to include some evenings and weekends as needed
- Work is performed in a hybrid environment at BRIDGES Center and other locations approved by the Vice President of Development
- Must have dependable transportation to travel to and from fundraising meetings and events
In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
BRIDGES strives for a workplace that is diverse and inclusive. We encourage qualified individuals of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ , people with disabilities, and veterans.
Salary : $54,001 - $59,000