Job title: Development Manager

Reports to: Executive Director

Purpose: To develop meaningful relationships with community, philanthropic organizations, and individuals and secure financial resources in order to support the continuing operation of the House.

PLANNING

Assist in annual budgeting process and goal setting
Develop existing fundraising events and campaigns, including membership program
Research and cultivate prospective donors
Work with E.D. and contractor on capital campaign
Evaluate and report development budget progress and receivables

INDIVIDUAL DONORS

Manage all forms of individual giving at Hugo House; including major donors, fundraising events and campaigns, and oversee membership program
Support capital campaign efforts
Utilize database management to cultivate, track, and acknowledge donors
Attend events and meetings to further donor relationships
Coordinate, track, and acknowledge in-kind donations

GRANTS

Coordinate government, corporate, and foundation grants and grant writing
Provide progress and final reports to funders and ensure good relations
Identify and apply for grants to support capital campaign

DONOR COMMUNICATIONS

Develop and distribute the annual report and other donor communications
Assure quality donor relations in-house and in the community, including foundation funders

PERSONNEL

Support a culture of philanthropy among staff and volunteers, including board members
Collaborate with administrative and support staff on all aspects of development from strategic planning to execution to reporting
Coordinate and collaborate with the board fund development committee
Manage development staff, interns, and volunteers

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree
A minimum of 2-3 years of development experience in the nonprofit sector
Individual & major donor relations
Annual fund management
Membership management
Grant writing
Event production
Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and QuickBooks
Experience managing relational databases
Must have strong writing and verbal communications skills
Exceptional organizational skills; ability to prioritize and work independently
Team orientation and willingness to work with others to solve problems
Must enjoy working with philanthropic organizations and individuals
Self-starter who relishes finding solutions
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential issues
A passion for the arts and especially literature
Familiarity with capital campaigns a plus

Job Conditions

This job requires expertise with computers, ability to lift 20-35 pounds, and navigate stairs.

How to apply

Please send your resume and cover letter to Kellen@hugohouse.org