Development Manager

Black Men Teach • Saint Paul, MN

2d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Development Manager plays a key role in advancing the mission of Black Men Teach by cultivating and stewarding individual donors, managing peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns, and supporting corporate and foundation partnerships. This position is ideal for a relationship-builder who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about educational equity and representation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of 3 years of post-college fundraising experience with a proven track record in individual giving and donor engagement.
• Demonstrated success in peer-to-peer fundraising and volunteer management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
• Experience with Salesforce and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Positive, adaptable, and collaborative mindset.
• Deep commitment to racial equity and the mission of Black Men Teach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of peer-to-peer fundraising events, including logistics and post-event follow-up.
• Support board members’ fundraising efforts by providing turn-key tools and strategic support.
• Develop and manage fundraising resources such as toolkits, guides, and training materials to support individual giving and peer-led campaigns.
• Build fundraising pages for events.
• Support annual fundraising campaigns including school year kick-off, year-end appeals, and donor stewardship initiatives.
• Manage “Thank-a-thon” outreach by CAMO and CEO and board members.
• Prospect, write, and submit grant proposals and reports.
• Support the cultivation and stewardship of corporate and foundation partners.
• Identify and promote matching gift opportunities to deepen donor engagement.
• Prepare materials for donor and partner meetings, including presentations, sponsorship guides, and background briefs.
• Coordinate major donor meetings for BMT Leaders.

Benefits

• BMT offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement match.
• Team members enjoy generous paid time off, professional development opportunities, and wellness days to support balance, growth, and renewal.
• We offer a hybrid work environment that emphasizes flexibility, collaboration, and community connection.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level