Savannah Remote Development Manager (Fundraising)

Make-A-Wish Georgia; Savannah (GA); Remote; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental

Disability & Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 1:

Generous PTO

Job summary

Make-A-Wish Georgia is seeking a Southeast Development Manager in Savannah to lead fundraising efforts, manage donor portfolios, and build partnerships within the Savannah market. The role emphasizes donor stewardship, event support, and collaboration with the Southeast Development Director to increase revenue.

The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, and passionate about the mission, with experience in nonprofit development and donor relations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in nonprofit development with track record of soliciting corporate gifts and partnerships.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and written communication skills.
• Comfortable working with donors, volunteers, and corporate representatives.
• Proficiency in donor databases like Salesforce and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage a revenue portfolio from Savannah area donors and partners.
• Cultivate new donors, steward existing ones, and increase support through moves management.
• Collaborate with Southeast Development Director to grow Savannah revenue.
• Create unique fundraising opportunities at corporate/individual levels.
• Maintain accurate donor records in Salesforce.

Skills

Donor relations

Fundraising strategy

Community partnerships

Event planning

Donor stewardship

Salesforce proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Make-A-Wish Georgia is seeking a Southeast Development Manager in Savannah to lead fundraising efforts, manage donor portfolios, and build partnerships within the Savannah market. The role emphasizes donor stewardship, event support, and collaboration with the Southeast Development Director to increase revenue.

The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, and passionate about the mission, with experience in nonprofit development and donor relations.