Development Manager

THE DOOR - A CENTER OF ALTERNATIVES INC•New York, NY

76d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Door’s Advancement Team is seeking an entrepreneurial and exceptionally organized Development Manager to join our growing, 13-person Development & Communications team. This full-time position reports to the Senior Director of Individual Giving and plays a central role in our fundraising, marketing, and communications efforts. The Development Manager will serve as the lead administrator of our Raiser’s Edge NXT donor database, support annual giving efforts, help ensure financial reconciliation and reporting accuracy, and contribute to team strategy and operations. This role requires someone who is both systems-oriented and people-centered, with a deep appreciation for The Door’s mission and a strong customer service mindset.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum 3 years of experience in nonprofit development, with at least 2 years of database experience (Raiser’s Edge NXT strongly preferred).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to persuasively communicate The Door’s mission and funding needs.
Proven success working collaboratively in team environments and contributing to a positive, inclusive culture.
Strong project management and prioritization skills; comfort juggling multiple tasks and deadlines.
High level of attention to detail, organization, and accountability.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with both internal stakeholders and external donors.
Creative thinker with intellectual curiosity and a solutions-oriented mindset.
Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel); experience with data processing and dashboard creation preferred.
Passionate commitment to youth development and The Door’s mission.

Responsibilities

Database Leadership Serve as the team’s primary Raiser’s Edge “power user,” overseeing data entry, data integrity, and training. Manage mailing lists, database clean-up, and upgrades to software and internal processes. Research and recommend system improvements and attend relevant trainings.
Data & Reporting Design and manage dashboards and reporting tools for the Development team, leadership, and Board. Generate and distribute regular statistical, financial, and donor reports to inform strategy.
Annual Giving Partner with the Senior Director of Individual Giving to implement and grow annual giving campaigns, including direct mail, peer-to-peer fundraising, and monthly giving.
Finance & Reconciliation Collaborate with Finance and Advancement leadership on accurate and timely reconciliation of revenue and expenses. Create fiscal year and projection reports to support budgeting and forecasting.
Strategy & Operations Partner with Advancement leadership—including the Chief Advancement Officer—on fundraising strategies and revenue generation initiatives. Support the development of departmental policies, procedures, and knowledge-sharing systems. Plan and facilitate team meetings, retreats, and professional development sessions.
Event & Campaign Support Collaborate on strategic planning for fundraising events, donor engagement efforts, and external partnerships.
Other duties as assigned, in support of departmental priorities and team success.