Development Manager

Mothers Against Drunk Driving; New York (NY); Remote; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

403(b) retirement plan with employer-m

4 weeks of accrued vacation

12 Paid Holidays per calendar year

Up to 3 Floating Holidays per calendar

Paid Sick Time

Modified Tuition Reimbursement

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term

FSA, HRA

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) in the New York Metro Area is seeking a Development Manager to lead fundraising initiatives for the Victim Impact Panel program, engaging volunteers and individual donors to advance MADD's mission.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills, a strong local network, and a proven track record in planning fundraising campaigns and community engagement across New York and New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, PR, or related field.
• 3–5 years of revenue fundraising experience above $200k.
• Proven development, donor cultivation, and PR experience.
• Experience planning and executing fundraising events.
• Excellent networking and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with stakeholders.
• Meticulous attention to detail and analytics.
• Collaborative, proactive team player.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage strategy to grow Victim Impact Panel activations in NY/NJ.
• Collaborate with regional team on outreach, events, and engagement.
• Recruit, train, support and maintain volunteer base for data collection.
• Manage local social media channels with engaging content.
• Cultivate relationships with donors, partners, and foundations for funding.
• Represent MADD at donor meetings, community events, and public speaking.
• Build relationships with community leaders and stakeholders to expand presence.
• Secure financial support to increase revenue and activity.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Fundraising

Networking

Communication

Organization

Analytics

Public relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, PR, or related field

Job description

Reporting to the Regional Executive Director will manage fundraising initiatives within the Victim Impact Panel program, in the community, and with volunteers and individual donors. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with exceptional communication skills, a strong network of community contacts, and a proven track record in executing successful fundraising campaigns and community engagement. The Development Manager will play a critical role in advancing MADD's mission, building brand awareness, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders.

This is a remote position that will require the selected candidate to reside in the New York Metro Area - Mellville, NY. The salary for this position is $65,000

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Implement and manage a comprehensive strategy to increase MADD's Victim Impact Panel activations and growth of programs in New York and New Jersey.
• Collaborate with regional team to align with goals, outreach, events, social media, and community/stakeholder engagement.
• Recruit, train, support and maintain a volunteer base for proper data collection in line with regional growth goals.
• Manage the local social media channels, ensuring consistent and engaging content.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with donors, corporate partners, and foundations to secure financial support.
• Represent MADD at donor meetings, community based and networking events, and public speaking engagements.
• Develop and nurture relationships with community leaders, potential donors, and key stakeholders to expand MADD's presence.
• Secure financial support to increase revenue generation and activity.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of experience raising revenue greater than $200k, depending on state size and complexity.
• Proven track record in development, partner cultivation, and public relations
• Experience in planning and executing fundraising events and campaigns.
• Excellent networking and relationship-building skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of work, ensuring accuracy and quality in documents, reports, and communications.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive mindset to address challenges and propose solutions.
• A collaborative and adaptable team player who can work effectively within a diverse team and contribute positively to team dynamics.
• Self-starter with a willingness to take ownership of tasks and projects, demonstrating a proactive approach to responsibilities.

BENEFITS

Eligible within first 30-45 days

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Retirement 403(b) + employer matching
• 4 weeks of accrued vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays per calendar year
• Up to 3 Floating Holidays per calendar year
• Paid Sick Time
• Modified Tuition Reimbursement
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance covered by Employer
• FSA, HRA
• Employee Assistance Program