Sr. Manager - Corporate

Habitat-For-Humanity; Bellflower (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(K) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance (100% employer paid)

Parking (free)

Dental & Vision insurance

Job summary

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles is seeking a Senior Development Manager to lead corporate partnerships, secure funding, and steward donor relationships. The role focuses on building a diverse funding portfolio, managing a large donor base, and delivering on annual revenue targets through grants, sponsorships, and in-kind contributions.

The role requires strong proposal writing, fundraising strategy, and events coordination, with a collaborative, results-driven approach to advance

Qualifications

• Must pass drug test, background check, driving record check and credit check.
• Must have CA driver’s license and reliable automobile liability insurance.
• Reliable internet connection.
• Experience securing corporate gifts, grants, sponsorships, and in-kind donations.
• Experience managing a large portfolio of corporate donors (200+).
• Proven ability to meet fundraising goals and contribute to team revenue.
• Excellent proposal writing, grant reporting, presentation, and communication skills.
• Experience developing corporate partnerships including financial support, employee engagement, volunteerism, and in-kind contributions.
• Strong project management and ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and donor relationships.
• Proficiency with donor-management/CRM systems; RENXT preferred.
• Ability to analyze fundraising data, monitor donor trends, and prepare reports.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute annual fundraising goals and strategies.
• Collaborate across teams to align funding with program needs.
• Identify diverse funding sources including in-kind donations and sponsorships.
• Retain and grow corporate partners year over year.
• Prepare high-quality proposals and ensure reporting compliance.
• Manage donor portfolio of 250+ partners and cultivate relationships.
• Present Habitat LA’s work and projects to donors and volunteers.
• Ensure timely donor acknowledgment and recognition.
• Maintain donor records and generate progress reports.

Job description

WHO YOU ARE:

You're someone who people can rely on, and you're always there when they need a helping hand. You're looking for a new position where you can make a difference in your life, the lives of others, and the world. In return, you seek an organization that appreciates your individuality and supports you as a member of a diverse and talented team.

WHO WE ARE:

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles has been an active affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International for more than 30 years. By building and preserving affordable housing through new construction, renovations, and home repairs, Habitat LA is transforming communities throughout Los Angeles County. Through access to affordable loans, housing counseling, down-payment assistance, skilled construction training, financial education, and volunteer opportunities, the organization has strengthened families, helped stabilize communities, and fostered economic vitality in the region. On average, the affiliate builds and renovates 100 homes in the Los Angeles region each year, ranking it among the largest affiliates nationwide.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles seeks an experienced Senior Development Manager to build corporate partnerships and secure financial and in-kind support for our affordable housing mission. This role manages a portfolio of corporate donors, leads fundraising and stewardship activities, and contributes to a team goal of approximately $7 million, including an individual goal of about $615,000. The ideal candidate is a collaborative, results-driven relationship builder with experience in donor solicitation, proposal writing, events, and volunteer engagement.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Fundraising Strategy and Execution:

• Collaborate with leadership to set annual fundraising goals and develop strategies to achieve them.
• Collaborate with other teams to identify department needs and develop interdepartmental pipelines to elevate broader funding, focus on programmatic support, as well as general operating resources.
• Identify and pursue diverse funding sources including in-kind donations, corporate grants and sponsorships.
• Retain corporate partners while growing year over year in Habitat LA's mission.
• Prepare high-quality proposals and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.

Donor Cultivation and Stewardship:

• Manage a portfolio of a minimum of 250 corporate partners.
• Collaborate with companies to develop mutually beneficial partnerships that align with Habitat LA’s mission.
• Conduct presentations about Habitat LA’s work, impact, and upcoming projects to various stakeholders, including donors and volunteers.
• Prioritize in person meetings to strengthen partnerships beyond funding, inclusive of drafting their industry profession to support Habitat LA projects.
• Ensure timely acknowledgment and recognition of donor contributions.

Database Management:

• Maintain accurate donor records and fundraising data in the organization's donor management system.
• Generate reports and analyses to track fundraising progress, donor trends, and campaign effectiveness.
• Maintain accurate records of donor interactions, contributions, and fundraising activities in RENXT.

Events and Donor Management:

• Coordinate and support build days and other special events, including those in the evenings and/or on weekends.
• Engage and cultivate corporate partners and prospects with personalized and high touch experiences.

SUMMARY OF JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be able to successfully pass a drug test, background check, driving record check and credit record check.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to perform job duties, a valid CA Driver’s License, and meet the state-required amount of personal automobile liability insurance.

• Must have a reliable internet connection.
• Demonstrated success securing corporate gifts, grants, sponsorships, and in-kind donations.
• Experience managing a large portfolio of corporate donors and prospects, preferably 200 or more accounts.
• Proven ability to meet individual fundraising goals and contribute to broader team revenue goals.
• Excellent proposal writing, grant reporting, presentation, and business communication skills.
• Experience developing customized corporate partnerships that include financial support, employee engagement, volunteerism, and in kind contributions.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and donor relationships.
• Proficiency with donor-management or CRM systems; experience with Raiser’s Edge NXT (RENXT) strongly preferred.
• Ability to analyze fundraising data, monitor donor trends, prepare reports, and use findings to inform strategy.
• Ability to attend donor meetings, build days, and special events throughout Habitat LA’s service area.
• Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends based on donor and event needs.

BENEFITS: WE TAKE CARE OF OUR EMPLOYEES:

Habitat La jobs come with great benefits including but not limited to:

• Healthcare (Medical, Dental & Vision).
• Critical Illness and AD&D insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• 100% employer paid Life Insurance for all employees.
• Very generous 401(K) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Vacation.
• Sick Leave Available.
• 12 Paid Holidays.
• Bereavement, Jury Duty, and Voting hours available.
• Employee discounts on items sold in our ReStores.
• Exclusive discounts to amusement parks, entertainment & more.
• Maternity and Parental Leave.
• Employee Assistance, Mental Health, and Counseling Sessions.
• We often promote from within our organization.
• Pet Insurance.
• Free employee parking.

COMPENSATION:

Pay Range: $31.25 - $36.06 Salary offers are based on several factors, including job-related knowledge, experience, and qualifications. Offers are between the entry to mid-level range.

From versatile health perks to new career opportunities, check us out at: www.habitatla.org to learn more about our organization and the great work we do!

Habitat for Humanity is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We strongly encourage individuals from diverse backgrounds, including low-income communities, veterans, and formerly incarcerated individuals, to apply. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment where all qualified candidates are considered, and we value the unique perspectives and experiences that each individual brings.