Development & Donor Engagement Manager

Voices for Progress•Washington, DC

2d•$70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Voices for Progress (V4P) galvanizes the advocacy of major political donors, business leaders, entrepreneurs, philanthropists, and other prominent individuals who unite to champion a healthy climate and environment, strengthen our democracy, and ensure economic and social justice for all. Engaging the voices of influencers — the “grasstops” — is a key element of these successful policy efforts. V4P members recognize that they have an unusual amount of access to policymakers and that their views are sometimes given increased weight. Understanding this and believing our democracy shouldn't work that way, V4P members use their positions to ally with and amplify the concerns and solutions put forward by historically marginalized communities. V4P members believe that the communities closest to the problems are closest to the solutions, whether regarding criminal justice reform, pay discrimination, or environmental justice. V4P staff equip donor members with policy information and opportunities to personally advocate through one-on-one outreach, at campaign trail events, Capitol summits, sign-on letters, and more. V4P members also advocate for strong campaign finance reform and voting protections to lessen their own influence to give a more equal voice to all communities. V4P was founded in 2009 and has an annual budget of over 2 million dollars. Our 14 staff are based in Washington, D.C., New York, Los Angeles, Ann Arbor, and Sacramento. Our work is currently focused on federal and select state policy and politics. Advocacy priorities have included economic inequality, budget and tax policy, health care access, climate change, immigration reform, voting rights, criminal justice reform, gender equality, campaign finance reform, judicial nominations, environmental justice, and more. The Development & Donor Organizing Manager will be an integral part of the Engagement & Growth team. This position will manage efforts to engage members in policy advocacy and political programming, and to raise funds from existing donor members and institutional funders, including personally soliciting contributions from a portfolio of existing major donors. This position is an exempt position. This position performs some similar responsibilities on behalf of a 501(c)(4) sister organization focused on building relationships with and electing progressive candidates, with a focus on those from underrepresented communities. The position title is officially “Engagement & Growth Manager.” The title Development & Donor Organizing Manager” is used in this job posting for ease of understanding regarding the position’s responsibilities. The position is ideally located in Washington, D.C. or another donor hub city. Other locations or arrangements may be possible. Currently, staff may choose to work remotely. This position may require periodic in-person presence. V4P is committed to a diverse staff and to an inclusive culture that holds equity as a value and a priority. V4P welcomes applicants who bring a variety of perspectives, experiences, and competencies. We strongly encourage applications from women, people of color, and bilingual and bicultural individuals, as well as members of the LGBTQIA+ community. V4P is committed to supporting employees of varying abilities and to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to thrive at V4P.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
At least five years of experience in a related field (e.g. community organizing, donor organizing, political fundraising, non-profit development, membership engagement, grasstops or grassroots advocacy, philanthropy, or other types of relevant experience).
Strong progressive/liberal community organizing or other membership engagement experience.
Ability to build and sustain close interpersonal relationships with members.
Able to quickly learn relevant policy and political topics to engage members on these topics and raise funds for work in these areas.
A team player who works well with others and can manage multiple priorities, including urgent situations.
Proven ability to own and oversee projects with numerous staff involved.
Strong computer skills and willingness to learn new software as needed.
Competency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite required.
Strong writing for advocacy, persuasion, and fundraising.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced multi-office organization, in which change is not uncommon.

Nice To Haves

Fundraising experience strongly preferred, ideally with major donors.
Experience with Salesforce or similar donor database preferred.
Experience with DonorSearch or similar donor prospecting software is a plus.

Responsibilities

Motivate and facilitate donor members and peers to take action on important federal and state policy issues and political campaigns, and to participate in programming.
Establish and maintain personal relationships with donor members.
Advance efforts to sustain and strengthen a sense of community and passion for V4P’s mission among members.
Personally secure annual contributions from a portfolio of existing major donor members.
Manage institutional/foundation fundraising and other development campaigns, while coordinating senior staff fundraising efforts.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance plans for employees and their families.
Health savings account (HSA) and employer contributions may be available.
Supplemental Coverage (optional): Includes accident, hospital, and critical illness insurance.
403(b) Plan with employer match.
12 Personal Leave Days (increases to 15 after 1 year) and 12 Wellness Days.
12 holidays and 3 Paid Optional Holidays.
11 Designated V4P Paid Closures.
1-Week Summer Break in July.
1-Week Winter Break in December.
Paid leave for any FMLA-covered event, including parental or family leave, with no waiting period.
Pre-Tax FSA Plan for medical, dependent care, and transit expenses.
$75 monthly cell phone stipend.
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.