Annual Giving Manager

Democracy Forward•Columbia, WA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Democracy Forward Foundation is seeking an Annual Giving Manager to design and implement its annual giving program, building consistent revenue and a strong donor pipeline. The manager will develop and execute fundraising strategies for an existing donor portfolio and create an upgrade program for identified prospects. Reporting to the Senior Advisor of Partnerships, the role leads cultivation, solicitation, stewardship, and engagement for this portfolio, working with senior leadership, consultants, the Senior Philanthropic Advisor, and the development team. The manager will also help build a comprehensive, multichannel annual appeal process and implement strategies to engage, retain, and upgrade donors. The position is full-time. Democracy Forward’s office is in Washington, DC, and candidates are expected to work in the office at least three days per week. Occasional travel may be required for donor visits, regional events, team retreats, conferences, or organizational meetings. The salary range is $90,000–$115,000, plus benefits; compensation is commensurate with experience. The ideal candidate is strategic, creative, flexible, detail-oriented, emotionally intelligent, and comfortable in a fast-paced, high-performing environment. Experience working with a principal who has deep relationships and strong engagement is a plus.

Requirements

Commitment to Democracy Forward’s mission.
At least 5 years of progressively responsible experience in campaign fundraising operations or a nonprofit environment, including individual giving, annual gifts, and planned giving.
Demonstrated ability to facilitate donor solicitations and manage donor pipelines successfully.
Experience soliciting gifts from low-dollar to mid-range or higher.
Ability to fundraise effectively within a rapidly growing, multi-million-dollar organization with multiple programmatic priorities and strategies that may change with the federal and state legal landscape.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Google Suites, and Blackbaud Raiser’s Edge.
Excellent judgment, flexibility, and emotional intelligence.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to plan for and meet deadlines.
Ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, lived experiences, and communication styles.
Commitment to an inclusive workplace.

Nice To Haves

Blackbaud certification is strongly preferred.
Experience working with a principal who has deep relationships and strong engagement.

Responsibilities

Learn and maintain a deep working knowledge of Democracy Forward’s mission, values, strategic goals, and programs.
Execute an annual communications plan and calendar for the mid-range and annual giving donor portfolio, including appeals and campaigns to engage, retain, and upgrade donors.
Collaborate with marketing, communications, and development consultants to craft messaging.
With the Senior Advisor, design, implement, and manage a comprehensive, proactive development plan for mid-level and annual giving that aligns with major and principal donor strategies and plans.
Collaborate with the development team to increase donor recruitment, retention, and renewal.
Work with the digital team to identify prospects for mid-level and annual giving portfolios and conduct prospect research and qualification.
Plan and execute donor cultivation and stewardship activities, including briefings, meet-and-greets, recognition events, personalized thank-you strategies, and impact reporting.
Provide regular reporting and insights to optimize fundraising strategies.
Maintain accurate donor CRM records, including research insights, moves management, and prospect and solicitation assignments.
Use CRM tools to generate prospect and solicitation lists, reporting materials, and other internal reports.
Assist in maintaining high standards of organizational and business practices related to development.
Keep abreast of fundraising best practices and trends, and participate in external events and networking opportunities.
Engage in regular check-ins with the supervisor, Executive Office members, and consultants to review work plans and develop solutions.
Perform other related duties as assigned or as they arise.