Development Program Manager - Fundraising & Donor Ops

Crystal Springs Uplands School; Burlingame (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Springs Uplands School in the San Francisco Bay Area seeks a full-time exempt Development Program Manager to join the Development Team. Reporting to the Director of Development, this role runs the Crystal Fund’s day-to-day operations, supports donor research and recognition, and helps manage the school’s planned giving program.

The ideal candidate moves fluidly between donor communications, research, and coordination on Belmont and Hillsborough campuses five days a week, with occasional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in development, donor relations, or nonprofit fundraising operations.
• Familiarity with donor database/CRM systems and Canva; willingness to learn new technology.
• Strong project management, writing, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages Crystal Fund day-to-day program operations, timelines, materials, donor follow-up, and volunteer coordination.
• Supports donor research and prospect management through the cultivation and solicitation pipeline.
• Oversees day-to-day use of development platforms to support fundraising and donor engagement.
• Manages donor recognition, stewardship, and engagement programs, including planned giving recognition.
• Provides team support and participates in broader Development Team priorities and events.

Skills

Communication

Design sensibility

Inclusive collaboration

Interpersonal effectiveness

Personal growth

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Raiser’s Edge

Canva

BoostMySchool

DoubleMyDonation

iWave

Job description

Crystal Springs Uplands School in the San Francisco Bay Area seeks a full-time exempt Development Program Manager to join the Development Team. Reporting to the Director of Development, this role runs the Crystal Fund’s day-to-day operations, supports donor research and recognition, and helps manage the school’s planned giving program.

The ideal candidate moves fluidly between donor communications, research, and coordination on Belmont and Hillsborough campuses five days a week, with occasional