Development Manager

CAIR Sacval•Sacramento, CA

3d•$75,000 - $95,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Director leads all revenue-generating fundraising and development activities for CAIR-SVCC and is accountable for achieving annual revenue goals. The Development Director cultivates and maintains positive relationships with current and potential donors and serves as a liaison with management staff throughout the organization. They are responsible for investigating and developing corporate giving opportunities, managing and increasing individual giving, overseeing foundation grants, overseeing the coordination of fundraising events, and working with individual Board members to create annual giving plans. The Development Director reports to the Executive Director.

Requirements

At least three years of management and fund development/direct fundraising experience required; preferably in a nonprofit, social justice, advocacy, or public policy organization.
Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet strict deadlines.
Must have strong initiative and demonstrate the ability to learn in a self-directed manner with minimal supervision.
A record of measurable results in organizing and implementing initiatives.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with the American Muslim community and/or in a community, faith-based, social justice-oriented and/or non-profit organization (preferred).

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a major gifts solicitation program.
Manage donor portfolio in collaboration with the Executive Director and Operations and Development Manager.
Make direct, face-to-face solicitations, and assist the board, management and other staff with their solicitation efforts (e.g. provide portfolio development support, strategic counsel, and help with donor communications).
Develop and implement the donor recognition programs with support from the Development Coordinator.
Develop and maintain professional and friendly relationships with funders and update them on how their grant funds are being utilized throughout the year.
Manage a master calendar to reflect the communication with donors, special events, and campaigns.
Oversee the department in securing sponsorship and advertisements for annual banquet and special events/programs.
Oversee the implementation of the monthly donor program to include maintenance/engagement of existing donors and expansion of new donors with support from the Operations and Development Manager.
Other relevant tasks as assigned.
Coordinate closely with outreach team supporting CAIR-SVCC's fundraising campaigns, education programs, advocacy actions, and services to the community.