Development Manager

The WARM Place; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The WARM Place in Fort Worth, TX is seeking an experienced development professional to lead donor relations and fundraising programs. This role reports to the Director of Development and focuses on data management, grants, major gifts, and annual giving, with hands-on work in donor communications and events.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree and at least five years in nonprofit fundraising, with familiarity in LGL or similar databases, grant writing, and reporting. CFRE is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum five years’ experience in non-profit development with experience in database management, donor stewardship, event fundraisers, grant writing, and reporting.
• CFRE preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversees LGL donor database, ensures data integrity, and generates reports.
• Works with Director of Development on grant research, writing and reporting.
• Oversees monthly giving program: donor solicitation, stewardship and retention to increase revenue.
• Supports donor recognition and communications, including donor thank-you calls.
• Supports annual fund with mailed appeals and content for newsletters, e-newsletters, website, blogs and social media.
• Provides support for annual agency fundraisers, including overseeing the fall gala live and silent auctions.
• Oversees strategy and execution of North Texas Giving Day.
• Supports Planned Giving: strategy, records, stewardship.
• Maintains accurate financial records: monthly reconciliations; weekly deposits.

Skills

LGL software

Donor stewardship

Grant writing

Analytical skills

Written & verbal communication

Multitasking

Team player

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CFRE preferred

Tools

Little Green Light (LGL)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Education/Certifications/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Must have a minimum of five years’ experience in non-profit development with experience in database management, donor stewardship, event fundraisers, grant writing, and reporting
• CFRE preferred, but not required

Requirements/Skills

• Knowledge of Little Green Light (LGL) software or other constituent database
• Knowledge of basic accounting and IRS guidelines for receiving and acknowledging gifts
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Superior attention to detail and well-organized
• Proven writing, analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Self-starter with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Ability to work as a team

Responsibilities

• Oversees LGL database of donors: Responsible for ensuring data integrity and accuracy; recommends and establishes process improvements; maintains integrity of LGL-Constant Contact integration; generates customized reports and analysis
• Works with the Director of Development on grant research, writing and reporting
• Oversees monthly giving program: regular donor solicitation, stewardship and retention efforts to increase revenue
• Participates in donor stewardship efforts by supporting major donor recognition and communications, including assisting the Director of Development with donor thank you calls
• Supports Director of Development with annual fund efforts including mailed appeals and creating content for all development materials for inclusion in newsletters, e-newsletters, website, blogs and social media
• Provides support for annual agency fundraisers, including oversight of the fall gala's live and silent auctions
• Oversees strategy and execution of North Texas Giving Day
• Supports Planned Giving efforts: strategy, communication, records, stewardship
• Responsible for maintaining accurate financial records: performs monthly reconciliations for all donations; participates in weekly deposit by preparing audit sheet
• Assists with board development reports and donor thank-you notes for board meetings
• Generates mailing/email lists for communication and recognition efforts
• Participates in agency tours and community presentations as needed
• Occasionally asked to participate in evening and weekend fundraising/community events
• Takes on other duties and administrative tasks as assigned

This job description is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties. It is not an employment contract. Employment at The WARM Place is at-will. Administration reserves the right to alter the job description at any time.