Development Manager

Job One; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on role with real impact

Opportunity to grow your career

Job summary

A nonprofit organization in Kansas City is seeking a Development Manager to drive fundraising strategy and manage donor relationships. In this full-time role, you'll collaborate with the Chief Development Officer to execute campaigns, led a small team, and directly impact people with developmental disabilities. The ideal candidate should possess strong interpersonal skills, a valid driver's license, and a passion for making a difference in the community. Join us for meaningful work where your efforts contribute to real change.

Qualifications

• Self-starter ready to make a difference.
• Fundraiser with data-savvy skills.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CDO to drive fundraising strategy.
• Support annual giving campaigns and special events.
• Cultivate new donors as Job One expands in KC.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Development Manager – Turn Generosity Into Opportunity with Job One

Location: Kansas City Metro | Type: Full-time | Status: Exempt

You: A relationship-builder, data-savvy fundraiser, and self-starter ready to make a difference.

Us: Job One, a nonprofit empowering people with developmental disabilities through services and social enterprises.

The Role: As Development Manager, you’ll partner with the Chief Development Officer to shape and execute fundraising strategy, steward mid-level donors, and support annual giving campaigns. You’ll keep donor data sharp, bring creativity to events, and help grow Job One’s impact across Kansas City. #ConnectEngageBelong

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a small but mighty team.
• Hands-on role with real impact.
• Opportunity to grow your career

What You'll Do

• Partner with the CDO to drive fundraising strategy.
• Support annual giving campaigns + special events.
• Cultivate new donors as Job One expands in KC.

What We're Looking For

• Strong interpersonal + communication skills.
• Valid driver's license
• (Certified Fund Raising Executive = bonus points).

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with donor advocacy + networking.
• Knowledge of developmental disability services.

Why You'll Love It

• Mission with Meaning– Every dollar raised directly empowers people with developmental disabilities, creating visible impact in the Kansas City community.
• Relationship-Driven Work– You’ll build authentic connections with donors, partners, and advocates while shaping a growing fundraising program.
• Small but Mighty Team– Join a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your ideas matter, your work is valued, and you’ll see results firsthand.

Ready to grow impact, build donor love, and help Job One thrive? Apply today!

EEO/AA Employer

We’re committed to building a team that reflects a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Job One is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome applicants of all races, colors, religions, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, national origins, ages, disabilities, and veteran statuses. If you’re excited about this role but don’t meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply, we’d love to hear from you!