Development Manager

U.S. Global Leadership Coalition; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid annual and sick leave

Federal holidays

Job summary

U.S. Global Leadership Coalition is seeking an experienced Development Manager to drive fundraising, donor stewardship, prospect research, and special events from its Washington, DC base. The role reports to the Deputy Director of Development and focuses on growing a diverse donor pipeline.

Responsibilities include nurturing long-term donor relationships, drafting compelling proposals, and supporting multi-year fundraising goals. Travel for events is required as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of direct fundraising experience in a non-profit, academic environment, or corporate member-based organization.
• Demonstrated success in managing five figure portfolios and experience raising corporate donations is highly desirable.
• Active user of CRM/fundraising database with advanced functionality.

Responsibilities

• Develop donor stewardship and fundraising programs to nurture long-term relationships with corporate partners, foundations, NGOs and high-net-worth individuals.
• Conduct prospect research and build a pipeline of donor prospects; assist with grant proposals and reports.
• Collaborate on achieving multiyear fundraising goals and manage the annual membership renewal cycle.

Skills

Donor relations

CRM proficiency

Project management

Event coordination

Fundraising strategy

Tools

CRM software

Job description

The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition is a broad-based influential network of over 500 businesses and NGOs; national security and foreign policy experts; and Fortune 50 businesses, faith-based, academic and community leaders across all states. Together, we support a smart power approach that elevates diplomacy and development alongside defense to build a better, safer world.

The U.S. Global Leadership Coalition (USGLC) is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and energetic Development Manager to support fundraising efforts that advance the organization’s mission. This role will focus on fundraising, donor stewardship, prospect research and special events. The position is based in Washington, DC, and will report to the Deputy Director of Development.

Responsibilities

Donor Stewardship

Actively engage in nurturing long term donor relationships with corporate partners, not for profits, foundations and other major donors through:

• Thoughtful recognition of donors.
• Demonstration of impact of our collective work.
• Continuous engagement by delivering member benefits.
• Tracking and analyzing donor preferences, giving history and communications.
• Increased awareness of member benefits and value of active engagement by donors and prospects.
• Evaluating and recommending new program offerings to meet donor and membership interest.
• Conduct prospect research, identify funding opportunities, and build a pipeline of donor prospects of corporate, foundation partners and high-net worth individuals.
• Assist with drafting compelling grant proposals and reports to support organizational goals.
• Cultivate relationships with prospective donors.
• Collaborate on developing multiyear fundraising goals to meet USGLC’s growth trajectory.
• Lead the annual membership renewal cycle - dues invoicing, securing pledges and managing collection processes.

Event Coordination

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on educational events for members and donor cultivation events.
• Assist with securing special event sponsorships for signature events.

Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal skills; must enjoy meeting people and be comfortable in recruiting and retaining donors.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of direct fundraising experience preferably in a non-profit, academic environment, or corporate member-based organization.
• Demonstrated success in managing five figure portfolio is essential; previous experience raising corporate donations is highly desirable.
• Active user of CRM/fundraising database with advanced functionality.
• Excellent organizational, presentation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Passion for U.S. international development and diplomacy programs is a must.
• Ability to travel and attend events outside of core working hours as needed.

Compensation

Projected salary range of $65K-$80K will be offered, commensurate with experience, qualifications, internal equity and location. The USGLC also provides a package of generous and competitive benefits, including medical and disability insurance, a retirement plan, paid annual and sick leave, and federal holidays.