Full-Time Senior Manager, Fund Development
Job Description
OUR MISSION
To help create a just world in which every person’s inherent worth and dignity is honored.
WHAT WE DO
Global Nomads Group offers perspective-shifting experiences designed by youth for youth. Youth connect with their global peers virtually to explore and respond to the issues they care about most.
OUR PROGRAMS
- Youth-facilitated live conversations
- GNG-facilitated live events with discussion groups
- Short, asynchronous online courses
WHAT WE VALUE
- Personal well-being
- Personal growth
- Professional learning
- Collaboration
- Problem solving
- Excellence
WHAT WE OFFER
- Comprehensive Health + Wellness Benefits
- Organization-led Professional Development
- Global Team
- Regionally Competitive Salaries
- Supported Flex Work Arrangement
WHO WE ARE
Global Nomads are a multicultural group of individuals from diverse backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. We value the varied experiences of our colleagues and are inclusive of all members of our team in producing the best work products. We seek applicants who will contribute to our goal of building a strong, diverse, and thriving organization that is capable of producing outstanding results as it grows. We are an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about us, visit www.gng.org.
JOIN OUR JOURNEY!
Senior Manager, Development is a lead member of the development team who is responsible for partnering with the CEO on strategy, planning and budgeting, relationship building, and strengthening the department. You’ll join our team at a pivotal moment as we transition from outsourcing key development functions to building our internal capacity. The Senior Manager oversees all aspects of the institutional giving cycle and is the organization’s primary development writer, able to produce donor-centric communications and correspondence for a variety of target audiences. The Senior Manager is expected to interact professionally and knowledgeably with representatives from key donors, while upholding Global Nomads Group’s mission and values.
DETAILS
- Status: full-time exempt
- Salary: commensurate with experience
- Location: flexible
- Department: Development
- Supervisor: Chief Executive Officer
WHAT YOU’LL DO
Proposal Writing and Solicitation
- Craft grant proposals and donor solicitations, and lead collaboration with the programs and finance teams and with our external evaluator.
- Conceive and produce Giving Tuesday / year-end fundraising messages.
Grants Management and Donor Stewardship
- Create and strengthen tracking systems to improve pipeline management and proactively engage colleagues in anticipation of reporting needs.
- Serve as primary organizational point of contact and keep funders apprised of progress and impact through formal written reports and informal updates.
- Generate ideas and producing copy for quarterly e-newsletter.
Prospect Identification and Research
- Strategize outreach and cultivation with CEO and then oversee execution.
- Identify prospects and conduct research to create briefs/profiles about aligned priorities and giving patterns, and to recommend approaches.
Development Planning, Budgeting & Operations
- Build organizational capacity and sustainability by implementing strategies and systems that reflect ethical and effective fundraising practices.
- Build and implement the annual development plan and budget, and work with finance to ensure accurate reporting on contributed revenue.
- Contribute to board development, trustee education, and senior team’s organizational long-range planning.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING
- At least 5 years of professional nonprofit fundraising experience with an emphasis on grant-writing and institutional giving.
- A deep knowledge of the US philanthropy landscape.
- Proven ability to serve as an effective ambassador, build connections, and maintain relationships with outside constituents – particularly foundation, government and corporate donors.
- Comfort utilizing technology and learning various programs.
YOU MUST HAVE
- Superb written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent spoken and written English.
- Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and donor CRMs.
WE’D LOVE IF YOU HAVE
- Prior experience in the k-12 education, youth development, and/or international exchange sectors.
- The skills to quickly master this role and an eagerness to build your capacity for the next level of departmental leadership.
- Knowledge of HubSpot, Adobe, and Canva.
EQUITY STATEMENT
We know that people come with all types of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Give us the chance to get to know you!
NOTE
All applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position will remain open until filled. Due to the large volume of applicants, we are only able to contact those candidates selected for an interview. No phone calls, please.
How to Apply
TO APPLY Send your cover letter and resume as a single PDF file to jobs@gng.org, subject line “Senior Manager, Development.” Please be sure to include how you heard about this opportunity. Additionally, let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process. PRIORITY DEADLINE Apply by March 13, 2022 to be reviewed in the first round of applicants.248 total views, 0 today