Fundraising & Donor Relations Manager

RealOptions; San Jose (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

RealOptions is seeking a Development Manager to drive fundraising and donor engagement for its life-affirming mission in the San Jose area. You will be responsible for cultivating relationships, securing gifts, and growing programs in collaboration with the Ministry Advancement team.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, strong communication skills, and comfort working both independently and with others on a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of nonprofit fundraising, development, or related experience.
• Proficiency with donor management systems (e.g. DonorPerfect, Salesforce, Bloomerang).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to RealOptions life-affirming mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Lead fundraising and donor engagement efforts to sustain the mission.
• Build relationships with diverse supporters and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with team to design and implement development programs.
• Report to Director of Ministry Advancement and provide regular updates.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

DonorPerfect

Salesforce

Bloomerang

Job description

RealOptions is seeking a Development Manager to drive fundraising and donor engagement for its life-affirming mission in the San Jose area. You will be responsible for cultivating relationships, securing gifts, and growing programs in collaboration with the Ministry Advancement team.

The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of nonprofit fundraising experience, strong communication skills, and comfort working both independently and with others on a team.