Development Manager

The UpCounty Hub; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Diversity commitment — all qualified^-

Job summary

The UpCounty Hub seeks a Development Manager to lead fundraising and development initiatives in Germantown, MD. You will secure resources, build community relationships, and guide campaigns that advance our mission.

You will plan events, manage donors, and oversee budgets while leveraging CRM tools like Salesforce and Raiser’s Edge. Strong proposal writing, digital marketing, and volunteer training are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in nonprofit management or development roles with fundraising focus.
• Strong skills in event planning, proposal writing, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Proficiency with CRM databases; Salesforce and Raiser's Edge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic fundraising plans to meet goals.
• Manage relationships with donors, volunteers, and stakeholders.
• Plan and execute events to promote the organization's mission.
• Utilize CRM for data collection, relationship management, and reporting.
• Conduct research to identify funding sources and grant opportunities.
• Write compelling grant proposals to secure support.
• Oversee budgeting for development projects.
• Implement digital marketing strategies and email campaigns.
• Manage social media to promote campaigns and updates.
• Collaborate on public relations efforts and train volunteers.

Skills

Fundraising

Grant writing

Event planning

Budgeting

Relationship management

Strategic planning

Digital marketing

Email marketing

Social media management

Volunteer management

Negotiation

Education

Nonprofit management degree

Tools

Salesforce

Raiser's Edge

Job description

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Position Summary: Development Manager to lead our fundraising and development initiatives. This role is crucial in advancing our mission by securing resources and fostering strong relationships within the community.

Essential Duties:

• Develop and implement strategic fundraising plans to meet organizational goals.
• Manage relationships with donors, volunteers, and stakeholders to foster engagement and support.
• Plan and execute events that promote the organization’s mission and increase visibility.
• Utilize CRM software such as Salesforce and Raiser's Edge for data collection, relationship management, and reporting.
• Conduct research to identify potential funding sources and grant opportunities.
• Write compelling grant proposals and funding requests to secure financial support.
• Oversee budgeting for development projects, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
• Implement digital marketing strategies, including email marketing through platforms like Mailchimp and Constant Contact.
• Manage social media accounts to promote events, campaigns, and organizational updates.
• Collaborate with team members on public relations efforts to enhance the organization’s image.
• Provide training and support for volunteers involved in fundraising activities.

Position Requirements:

• Proven experience in nonprofit management or development roles with a focus on fundraising.
• Strong skills in event planning, proposal writing, budgeting, and strategic planning.
• Proficiency in databases and CRM software; experience with Salesforce and Raiser's Edge is preferred.
• Excellent negotiation skills with a track record of successful relationship management.
• Familiarity with wills, trusts & estate law is a plus.
• Experience in digital marketing strategies including email marketing and social media management.
• Strong research capabilities to identify funding opportunities and trends in the nonprofit sector.
• University experience is highly desirable; familiarity with volunteer management is also beneficial.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team while managing multiple projects effectively.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• The UpCounty Hub has an institutional commitment to the principle of diversity. In that spirit, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or national origin.