Development Manager, AI & Governance Fundraising

EqualAI; Township of Washington (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement contributions

Health insurance

Paid leave

Professional development stipends

Job summary

EqualAI is a nonprofit focused on AI governance and literacy, seeking a Development Manager to lead fundraising, donor engagement, and development operations. The role drives sustainable revenue and expands programs aligned with EqualAI’s mission.

Reporting to the CEO, you will build a growth strategy, secure six- to seven-figure gifts, manage grants, and cultivate partnerships with foundations, corporations, academia, and government sources.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, development or related role.
• Proven track record in securing or managing six- and seven-figure gifts and grants.
• Strong writing, storytelling, presentation and narrative skills tailored to diverse audiences.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build and manage systems in a growing organization.
• Strong record of professionalism and attention to detail.
• Team player who wants to build relationships and support various organizational priorities as needed.
• Passion for EqualAI’s mission and a deep understanding of the social impact of AI is strongly preferred.
• Experience working with technology, policy, academic, or corporate stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute a growth strategy with the CEO to support impact.
• Set fundraising goals with the board and drive revenue from diverse sources.
• Identify, cultivate, and steward major donors and partnerships.
• Develop fundraising materials and case statements aligned with the mission.
• Lead grant research, writing, submission, and reporting processes.
• Maintain strong relationships with foundation partners and ensure grant compliance.
• Build a donor prospect pipeline across tech, policy, academia, philanthropy.
• Design and implement stewardship strategies to deepen donor relationships and retention.
• Oversee donor communications like newsletters and annual reports.
• Plan fundraising campaigns, digital appeals, and events (virtual and in-person).
• Leverage network and thought leadership for high-visibility collaborations.
• Represent EqualAI at conferences and partner events.
• Maintain donor records and reports for internal and compliance use.
• Analyze fundraising metrics to inform strategic decisions.
• Coordinate with staff and partners on communications, programs, and operations.

Skills

Fundraising

Grant writing

Storytelling

Stakeholder engagement

Proposal development

Job description

EqualAI is a nonprofit focused on AI governance and literacy, seeking a Development Manager to lead fundraising, donor engagement, and development operations. The role drives sustainable revenue and expands programs aligned with EqualAI’s mission.

Reporting to the CEO, you will build a growth strategy, secure six- to seven-figure gifts, manage grants, and cultivate partnerships with foundations, corporations, academia, and government sources.