Development Manager - Fundraising and events

CCVI; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary and comprehensive

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

CCVI is seeking a Development Manager- Fundraising and Events to lead fundraising initiatives and orchestrate donor events in support of children with visual impairments. This role partners with Board members, funders, and donors to advance CCVI’s mission.

The position requires at least three years in fundraising, donor relations, event planning, and experience with donor CRM. A collaborative, mission-driven tone is essential for success in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Three+ years in fundraising and events planning, including budgets, staff, and volunteers.
• Three+ years in donor relations and communications.
• Proven ability to engage Board, funders, and donors.
• Ability to produce executive-level reports on development activities and progress toward goals.
• Experience with donor CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising initiatives and major donor events.
• Plan and execute fundraising events from conception to close.
• Manage budgets, resources, staff, and volunteers.
• Build and maintain relationships with Board members, funders, and donors.
• Produce comprehensive development reports for executives.

Skills

Fundraising

Event management

Stakeholder management

Donor relations

Budget management

Reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Donor CRM

Job description

Development Manager- Fundraising and Events

Make an Impact. Change Lives. Inspire Possibility as a member of our team.

At the Children’s Center for the Visually Impaired (CCVI), we believe every child deserves the chance to see their world in new ways.

If you’re passionate and ready to make a real difference, this is where your work truly matters.

Why You’ll Love It Here

Join a mission-driven team that’s redefining what’s possible for children with visual impairments. At CCVI, you’ll find the support, respect, and resources you deserve—plus the opportunity to do work that inspires you every day.

Here’s what makes CCVI different:

• Collaboration that lifts you up.
• Meaningful connections.
• Leaders in innovation.
• Growth that’s real.
• A culture that cares.
• Flexibility in work locations. This job offers a hybrid work environment.

What Sets CCVI Apart

• Ongoing collaboration, workshops, and professional development
• Mentorship and peer support
• Above-market salary and comprehensive benefits
• The chance to do meaningful, life-changing work every single day

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in fundraising, special events experience from planning and implementation including management of budgets, resources, staff, and volunteers.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in donor relations and communications.
• Proven stakeholder management skills, demonstrating ability to establish rapport with, Board of Directors, Funders and Donors.
• Demonstrated ability to manage details, meet fundraising goals, build momentum around events, and work in a collaborative, welcoming manner.
• Ability to create comprehensive and meaningful reports to provide executive level insight into development activities and progress toward goals.
• Experience with donor CRM

Let’s Make a Difference—Together

If you’re ready to use your skills to empower children, support families, and grow your career, we want to meet you.