Development Manager

Catalyst Miami; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Catalyst Miami is seeking a Development Manager to support fundraising activities including grant proposals, reporting, annual giving, and events. The role collaborates with the Advancement team, Finance, and leadership to manage grants, track budgets, and help execute Be the Catalyst Summit, Give Miami Day, and other donor events, contributing to the organization's mission.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) and at least two years in development or

Qualifications

• Professional working proficiency in oral and written English
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• 2 years of fundraising or development experience
• Knowledge of development/fundraising
• Computer skills: Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of web-based platforms

Responsibilities

• Support management of grant proposals and grant reporting processes
• Support online giving opportunities and donor management platforms
• Collaborate with Senior Director of Advancement, department leads, and CEO on grant applications and grant reporting
• Develop, write, and submit grant proposals
• Maintain familiarity with past and current funded proposals and funding opportunities
• Coordinate budgets as they relate to proposals and the organization
• Work with Finance to track grants and donations
• Assist planning and execution of fundraising events (Be the Catalyst Summit, Give Miami Day, fall donor event)
• Collaborate with the Senior Director of Advancement on fundraising activities
• Perform other duties as assigned by Senior Director of Advancement

Skills

Grant writing

Donor relations

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Donor management platforms

Job description

REPORTS TO:Senior Director of Advancement

EFFECTIVE DATE:March 16, 2026

SUMMARY:The Development Manager provides support for a range of fundraising activities, including management of grant proposals and reports, support for our annual giving program, and support for our fundraising events.

JOB TITLE:Development Manager

EMPLOYER:Catalyst Miami, Inc.

DEPARTMENT:Advancement

REPORTS TO:Senior Director of Advancement

EFFECTIVE DATE:March 16, 2026

SUMMARY:The Development Manager provides support for a range of fundraising activities, including management of grant proposals and reports, support for our annual giving program, and support for our fundraising events.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leaddonormanagementandrecognition,andcommunicationsincludingmessagedevelopment, appeal design, tracking of donors and list segmentation
• Manageonlinegivingopportunitiesanddonormanagementplatform
• Work with the Senior Director of Advancement, department leads, and CEO to manage grant application and grant reporting processes
• Develop,write,andsubmitgrantproposals
• Gainandmaintainfamiliaritywithpastandcurrentfundedproposalsandwithallorganization funding opportunities
• Gainandmaintainanunderstandingofbudgetsastheyrelatetoproposalsandthe organization
• WorkcollaborativelywiththeFinanceDepartmenttotrackandmaintainrecordsofgrants and donations
• Support the planning and execution of fundraising events, including the Be the Catalyst Summit, Give Miami Day, and fall donor event
• WorkcollaborativelywiththeSeniorDirectorofAdvancementonfundraisingactivities
• OtherdutiesasassignedbytheSeniorDirectorofAdvancement

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Thispositiondoesnotdirectlysuperviseemployeesatthistime.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Language:ProfessionalworkingproficiencyinoralandwrittenEnglish
• Education:Bachelor’sdegreeorequivalentexperience
• Yearsofexperience:2years
• Computer skills required: Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of web-basedplatforms
• Knowledgeofdevelopment/fundraising

CORE & CROSS COMPETENCIES

We are consistent and reliable.

Summary:Demonstratesreliabilitybyfollowingthroughoncommitments, communicating clearly, and proactively addressing challenges.

• Irespondtoinquiriesandmoveforwardtaskswithouthavingtoberemindedto do so.
• I follow instructions and ask questions as needed. I try things out and communicate transparently and honestly about my progress along the way.
• Iaskforhelptroubleshootingchallenges.WhenIseesomethingthatcouldbea problem,IcommunicateittotheappropriateleadershipatCatalystMiamialong with a proposed solution. If I have a role in remedying the problem I follow-through with the necessary action steps.

We show up for ourselves and each other.

Summary:Maintainsself-awarenessandcomposure,demonstratesempathy,andbuilds respectful, positive relationships with others.

• Itakeresponsibilityformyownphysical,emotional,spiritual,andmentalwell-being.
• I navigate difficult issues without taking them personally. I know when to pause andtakeabreath.Ichallengemyownassumptionsandseekunderstandingwith curiosity instead of blame or judgement.
• Idemonstratecareforthewellbeingofmycolleaguesandfellowcommunity members. I am aware of how my speech and energy may impact others. I communicate clearly, directly, and purposefully in a timely manner.
• Iamself-reflectiveandrespondwelltothefeedbackIreceive.WhenIknow better, I do better.
• I practice gratitude. I know that any accomplishment is a team effort. I take the extra step to say thank you. Even on my worst days I act with kindness, compassion, and humility.

We are exemplary partners.

Summary:Buildscollaborativerelationshipsandensuresworkreflectsdiverse perspectives and the needs of the community.

• When I see opportunities for improvement in the way we do social impact, whetherthatbewithinmyownwork,withapeer,orinthecommunityatlarge,I speak up and provide that feedback so that we can all do better.
• Iengageincollaboration.Iactivelyseekperspectivesandinputofthosethatare directly-impacted, listen well, and adapt to ensure that my initiatives reflect diverse needs and interests.
• Istepuptofillgapsandmeetneeds,especiallywherenooneelsecan,even when it may be inconvenient.
• IleadwithaloveofMiamiandmakeworkenjoyable.

We are in the business of creating and embracing change.

Summary:Seisesopportunitiesforimprovement,embraceschange,andmodelsequity, sustainability, and vision in everyday work.

• When I see an opportunity to be more impactful and strategic, I seize it. As a leader,Iholdhighexpectationsforwhatispossible.Together,wearecapableof accomplishing extraordinary social progress. We do this work to win.
• Iamopentochange,newideas,andexperimentation.
• Imaketheefforttomodelwhatthisworldcouldbethroughmyeverydayactions. This means that I lower barriers to participation (ex. language, disability, food, transportation, childcare), so that everyone feels that they are welcome. In addition, our work holds the environment as sacred, this belief is reflected in the meetings, operations, & initiatives that I host.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Abilitytoliftupto25pounds
• Abilitytoworkinashared-workspaceenvironment
• StretchandbendtoorganizeanddistributematerialsforCatalystMiamiactivities
• Able to sit at desk for long periods of time and utilize computer for extended periods
• Mustbeabletoworkflexiblehourstoaccommodateorganizationneeds,including evenings and weekends. Out of town travel may be required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The above describes the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.