Development Manager

Okcnp; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CASA of Oklahoma County seeks a Development Manager to support the Executive Director in planning and executing the fundraising program, including major gifts, annual fund, special events, and planned giving. The role emphasizes building relationships with donors, foundations, and corporate partners to meet the organization's financial goals.

You will manage donor information, coordinate with the Executive Director and board committees, and oversee events from planning through execution.

Qualifications

• Experience developing and executing fundraising plans.
• Ability to cultivate major donors and grant prospects.
• Strong written and verbal communications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fundraising plans to meet annual goals.
• Maintain relationships with major donors and corporate partners.
• Oversee grant calendar, applications, and reporting.
• Plan and execute annual fundraising events and campaigns.
• Collaborate with staff and board to manage the development budget.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Event planning

Communications

Team collaboration

Job description

The Development Manager assists the Executive Director in the planning and execution of CASA of Oklahoma County’s fundraising program including the major gifts program, annual fund, special events, and planned giving. The Development Manager is supervised by the Executive Director and will work closely with the Executive Director in the execution of all fundraising activities.

Fundraising Strategy

• Implement comprehensive fundraising plans to meet annual financial goals.
• Maintain relationships with major donors, foundations, and corporate partners.
• Manage grant calendar, submit timely grant applications and reporting, steward relationships with grantors.
• Oversee donor management systems and timely reporting of donations and acknowledgments.

Communications

• Assist in the execution of a comprehensive communications strategy to increase visibility and brand awareness.
• Collaborate in the creation and distribution of content across all channels, including social media, newsletters, and press materials.

Donor Engagement

• Organize and/or assist in the development and execution of donor appreciation events, campaigns, and other initiatives.
• Engage high-level donors by ensuring they stay connected to the mission of CASA.
• Collaborate with the Executive Director and selected Board committees to increase board involvement in fundraising efforts.

Event Planning

• Oversee and plan annual fundraising events and campaigns, ensuring they meet revenue and participation targets.
• Coordinate with vendors, sponsors, event committees, corporate sponsors, and volunteers to execute successful events.
• Support auxiliary groups and their fundraising efforts on behalf of CASA.

Teamwork

• Collaborate effectively with all functions of the organization, building positive and productive relationships internally. Build rapport with staff to encourage participation in fundraising activities.
• Coordinate with the Executive Director in the management of the development budget, ensuring cost-effective initiatives.