Nonprofit Fundraiser-Austin

Scion Staffing; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and company holidays

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Scion Staffing is seeking a Development Manager in Austin to grow its presence and support expansion efforts. The successful candidate will cultivate relationships with donors and community leaders, manage donor portfolios, and represent the organization at events.

Ideal candidates will have experience in fundraising or donor relations, excellent communication skills, and a passion for community impact. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising, donor relations, business development, or account management.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Must be highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities independently.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain relationships with donors and community leaders.
• Manage donor prospects and secure philanthropic partnerships.
• Represent the organization at events and community meetings.

Skills

Experience in fundraising or donor relations

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Ability to manage multiple priorities

Passion for community impact

Job description

Development Manager

Position Overview

Newly created position to launch and grow the organization’s presence in Austin while supporting expansion from 60 to 120 schools. Reporting to the Vice President of Development, the Development Manager will cultivate relationships with donors, corporations, churches, foundations, and community leaders to advance fundraising and deepen community engagement. The ideal candidate is a passionate relationship‑builder who thrives on connecting people to a meaningful mission and creating lasting partnerships.

Perks

• Competitive base salary of $75,000 - $85,000 depending on experience.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility and opportunity to build meaningful relationships throughout the Greater Austin community.
• Join a collaborative, mission‑driven organization during an exciting period of growth and expansion across Texas.
• Professional development opportunities with the ability to make a lasting impact on students, schools, and communities.

Responsibilities

• Build, cultivate, and steward relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, churches, foundations, and community leaders.
• Manage a portfolio of donor prospects while identifying and securing new philanthropic partnerships.
• Represent the organization at fundraising events, networking functions, community meetings, and school visits throughout the Greater Austin area.
• Collaborate with the Vice President of Development to execute fundraising strategies, donor stewardship initiatives, and community engagement efforts.
• Maintain accurate donor records, fundraising activity, and pipeline management through CRM systems and reporting tools.
• Serve as a passionate ambassador for the organization’s mission while supporting continued growth throughout the Austin region.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising, donor relations, business development, sales, account management, or another relationship‑focused role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships.
• Highly organized, self‑motivated, and able to effectively manage multiple priorities independently.
• Ability to travel frequently throughout the Greater Austin area for meetings, events, and community engagement.
• Passion for supporting nonprofit organizations, education, and community impact.

Compensation and Benefits

• Base salary of $75,000 - $85,000 annually.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and company‑recognized holidays.
• Hybrid work schedule with flexibility and significant community engagement.
• Professional development and growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding nonprofit organization.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume for immediate consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Scion Nonprofit Staffing is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation, or any other protected class. We are committed to Equal Opportunity Employment and making employment decisions based on merit and value.