Manager of Individual Giving and Special Events

Chinatown Community Development Center•San Francisco, CA

34d•$96,211 - $101,275•Onsite

About The Position

Chinatown Community Development Center (Chinatown CDC) seeks a dynamic and results-driven individual to lead donor engagement efforts and oversee the planning and execution of impactful special events. The Manager will design and implement strategies to acquire new donors, cultivate and steward existing relationships, manage donor communications, and orchestrate special events that foster community involvement and philanthropy. This role is essential to expanding Chinatown CDC's reach and revenue sources. A private non-profit founded in 1977, Chinatown Community Development Center believes in a comprehensive vision of community. We own and/or manage approximately 36 affordable housing buildings serving over 4,500 low-income seniors, single adults, formerly homeless adults, and families of diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds in San Francisco’s Chinatown, Tenderloin, Western Addition, and Polk Gulch neighborhoods. We also build housing, develop grassroots leadership, and engage low-income residents and youth. Our employees are passionate about the mission; thrive in a family organizational culture; and embody values of empowerment, teamwork, and compassion. Chinatown CDC serves a diverse population and is committed to hiring practices that provide culturally competent services. We encourage people of color to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Minimum of five years of fundraising or development experience in a nonprofit environment.

Nice To Haves

Strong and creative content developer with experience in social media, donor communications, and marketing materials.
Demonstrated success in implementing effective and innovative fundraising strategies.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
Collaborative team player who also works effectively independently with least supervision.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
Proficiency with donor management databases and prospect research tools.
Technical proficiency in Salesforce CRM, Adobe InDesign, Canva, SharePoint, Microsoft Office Suite, and Microsoft Teams.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement strategies to diversify revenue and increase philanthropic support from individual donors.
Create and execute annual plans for donor acquisition, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship in collaboration with the Director of Resource Development.
Produce compelling donor-focused content for appeals, newsletters, direct mail, annual reports, and social media campaigns.
Develop and launch new fundraising initiatives with the capacity to achieve six-figure goals annually.
Analyze donor data in Chinatown CDC’s CRM and conduct prospect research and wealth screening.
Maintain accurate donor records, ensuring timely tracking, stewardship, and acknowledgment of all gifts.
Identify sponsorship opportunities and secure in-kind donations for the annual gala and other special events.
Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of events—including building celebrations, donor cultivation activities, and related event platforms such as landing pages and online silent auction pages.
Manage all event logistics, timelines, and volunteer coordination to ensure smooth and successful execution.
Develop a strong understanding of Chinatown CDC’s programs, mission, and community impact.
Provide warm, professional, and timely customer service to donors, volunteers, partners, and stakeholders.
Collaborate with the Director of Resource Development and team members on department-wide initiatives and special projects as assigned.