ANNUAL GIVING MANAGER

Opportunity Village•Las Vegas, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the leadership of the Director of Development, the Annual Giving Manager is responsible for advancing Opportunity Village's mission by leading annual fundraising initiatives and supporting major gift development. This position is accountable for developing and executing a comprehensive annual giving strategy to grow and diversify the organization's donor base. The Annual Giving Manager oversees all facets of annual campaigns—including direct mail, email appeals, and donor engagement efforts—to increase donor participation and revenue at all levels. A key component of this role includes identifying and cultivating donors with the capacity to transition into major gift supporters ($10,000+). Embrace Opportunity Village's core values by cultivating positive and meaningful CONNECTIONS with participants and team members, demonstrating ENTHUSIASM, high standards of PRODUCTIVITY, authentic STEWARDSHIP, and consistent participation in individual and team DEVELOPMENT.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively with individuals, team members, and supervisors (verbal and written).
Strong public speaking skills required; this role involves regular presentations and donor-facing communication.
Superior oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with heavy emphasis on storytelling abilities.
Demonstrate an empathetic disposition and perseverance; reflect an optimistic, positive attitude; and convey sensitivity to donors' needs.
Knowledge of basic fundraising techniques and strategies, along with a demonstrated track record of developing and executing successful annual fundraising strategies.
Well-versed in direct mail and digital solicitation best practices and implementation.
Comprehensive knowledge of gift processing and acknowledgement practices.
Proficient in donor database formats.
Goal-oriented with the social, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills necessary to raise funds.
Demonstrated ability in building relationships with donors via all channels of communication (phone, in-person, email, and social media).
Demonstrated knowledge of the market and competition.
Displays a high level of integrity and professionalism; creative, flexible, and resourceful.
Must possess social discernment to assess and understand others' reactions and behaviors.
Ability to define problems and draw valid conclusions.
Self-directed, with strong ability to work independently, and to set and adhere to deadlines.
Ability to set priorities, follow through to completion of tasks, work well under pressure, and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Ability to conduct tasks and successfully perform under critical deadlines.
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and to manage a variety of projects.
Ability to accept and apply performance-based feedback.
Required: Bachelor's Degree in Fundraising, Nonprofit Administration, Business, or related field or equivalent degree type.
Required: Minimum of two (2) years' experience as a development professional or equivalent.
Required: Experience working with high-level decision makers, trustees, and other stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

Preferred: Knowledge of the local philanthropic community.
Preferred: Experience with Donor Perfect or other donor database software.
Preferred: Experience working with individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Create, implement, and evaluate the organization's annual fund campaign, including direct mailings, digital mailings, appeals, monthly donor club, fundraising campaigns (e.g., Giving Tuesday, NDEAM, DDAM), reports, and other relevant correspondence.
Identify, cultivate, and secure new, renewed, or increased funding from individuals, foundations, and corporations through online giving, direct mail, digital campaigns, special events, and direct proposals.
Develop and implement strategies and approaches to advance donors to higher levels of giving year over year.
Regularly engage with donors through meetings, presentations, and any other face-to-face opportunities.
In collaboration with the other members of the Resource Development team, raise funds for the comprehensive campaign, i.e., endowment, events, legacy giving, the capital campaign, and other fundraising-related tasks, with the main focus on a rotating annual giving calendar.
Manage all stewardship initiatives for annual giving, with an emphasis on creativity and personalized thank-you methods for donors.
Adhere to the highest ethical standards.
Liaise with internal teams to design and manage a comprehensive direct mail program, digital giving strategies, monthly donor club, and individual proposals, while analyzing direct mail/digital solicitation program results data to refine and increase ROI.
Use Donor Perfect software to track, solicit and report on all prospects.
Assure accurate and timely action entry, reporting, and stewardship.
Attend community events, meetings, and conferences to promote Opportunity Village's mission, solicit donations or sponsorships, and build relationships.
Assist with executing fundraising events that could be scheduled during evening and weekend hours.
Support preparation of accurate, accessible, and appealing quarterly reports and campaign progress reports for senior managers and board committees.
Work closely with the community engagement team to design and implement a strategic program to engage volunteers in becoming supporters of the annual giving campaign.
Participate in departmental and organizational meetings and training as required at multiple campus locations.
Some travel to various locations in the Las Vegas area and between Opportunity Village campuses.
Must be able to meet all requirements of OV vehicle policies and travel: Between worksite locations Within the community
Report suspected Abuse, Neglect, Exploitation, Isolation, and Abandonment (ANEIA) immediately as mandated by state law.
May be assigned other duties as needed.