11,711 Development Manager jobs in the United States

Job Description

Summary : This role leads mid-level donor engagement, supports donor acquisition and stewardship, manages key fundraising events, and oversees smaller scale grants. As a visible ambassador for 360 Communities, this position represents the organization through public relations, community events, and fundraising communications to strengthen support and expand reach.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Demonstrate commitment to the agency’s mission statement and core values at all times.
2. Focus on mid-level donors and Giving Circle Members. Engage in moves management strategies to maximize donor relationships.
3. Prospect, cultivate, and acquire new donors.
4. Cultivate and steward relationships with current individual donors, foundations, faith communities, civic organizations, and corporate partners.
5. Maintain accurate donor data and track engagement. Review and update fundraising strategies.
6. Plan and execute all aspects of annual fundraising events, including sponsorships, in-kind donations, logistics, and committee coordination.
7. Work with the Development Team to achieve monthly, quarterly, and yearly fundraising goals.
8. Partner with the Development Director on reporting and strategy updates.
9. Execute annual fundraising plans aligned with strategic organizational goals.
10. Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Development.

Grant Management

1. Prospect, write, submit, and report on grants under $5,000.
2. Maintain accurate tracking and compliance for all small grant activities.

Community Relations & Communications

1. Coordinate organizational presence at community events, ensuring strategic attendance and representation.
2. Represent the organization at events, donor meetings, and networking opportunities.
3. Support the development and distribution of fundraising-related communications and marketing materials.
4. Communicate the mission and impact to donors, community partners, and the general public.
5. Serve as primary liaison for community-led fundraising efforts, such as third-party events, round-ups, and point-of-sale campaigns.
6. Build and maintain strong community partnerships to broaden reach and deepen support.
7. Ensure events effectively raise funds, deepen donor engagement, and elevate organizational visibility.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree. Additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of education.
• 5+ years of fundraising event planning experience required. Proven experience in successful fundraising and managing donor relationships.
• An excellent communicator, with both oral and written communication skills, including public speaking skills and the ability to build trusting relationships with donors and volunteers.
• Must have excellent organizational and administrative skills.
• Computer skills, including knowledge of Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and databases.
• Must be self-directed with the ability to work independently.

Professional Abilities and Skills

• Interpersonal: Work with integrity. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Understand and comply with professional ethics and standards of practice. Contribute to building positive team spirit and put success of team above own interests. Recognize accomplishments of other team members. Seek increased responsibilities. Look for and takes advantage of opportunities. Ask for and offers help when needed.
• Work: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited direction may exist. Strive to continuously build knowledge and skills. Display original thinking and creativity. Include appropriate people in decision-making process. Adapt to changes, delays, or unexpected events in the work environment. Ability to keep accurate and complete work records. Support cost saving measures. Set and achieve challenging goals. Ability to provide supervision and coaching to support service volunteers.

• Time Management: Prioritize and plan work activities. Use time efficiently. Arrive punctually each workday; complete assigned tasks within required time frame.
• Communication: Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listen and get clarification. Comfort with public speaking and being an ambassador for 360 Communities. Effectively present and interpret numerical data.
• Leadership : Exhibits confidence in self and others. Inspires respect, trust and motivates others to perform well and fulfill vision. Effectively influence actions and opinions of others. Accepts feedback from others. Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates. Gives appropriate recognition to others. Displays passion and optimism.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota driver’s license.
• Must possess Personal Auto Insurance limits of $00,000/ 300,000/ 100,000 or a combined single limit of 300,000.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Typical office environment, exposure to fax machines and copiers, computers, scanners and printers.
• Employee is subject to minimal noise level.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to write, type, and use computers.
• 10 pounds lifting, occasionally up to 25 pounds.
• Position requires regular travel for fundraising events and building community relationships.
• Office location is at Burnsville Corporate Office however when working remotely, employee is responsible for ensuring reliable internet connection. Organization does not provide the cost for remote internet service.

Job Description

Development Manager

Work Location: Anaheim, CA

Term: Regular, Full-time

Position Status: Exempt

Reports to: Director of Development

Salary: $70,000-$90,000 commensurate with skills and experience

Generous Benefits: 100% employer paid medical and dental insurance for employee & dependents, 3% employer matched retirement plan, 12 vacation days, 10 sick days and 12 holidays, and temporary hybrid work schedule. Expense reimbursements available, professional development offered.

About Us: Join the largest American Muslim civil rights organization at the frontlines in protecting the rights of free speech, to freely practice one's faith, to pursue employment opportunities without harassment, and to live as an active and engaged American without reprisal. The Council on American-Islamic Relations, California (CAIR-CA) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3), grassroots civil rights and advocacy group. We recognize that our employees are passionate, and talented and are our most valuable resource. With such an important vision to be a leading advocate for justice and mutual understanding, our diverse workforce stands together to demonstrate our values for everyone who chooses to join the efforts.

About the Role: The Development Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and managing CAIR-LA's fundraising efforts including annual fundraising, donor development, and special events. The Development Manager reports to the Executive Director and works closely with them to implement CAIR-LA's annual fundraising plan.

Primary Roles & Responsibilities :

• Oversee the creation of multi-channel fundraising initiatives through annual fundraising appeals, events, and campaigns (includes digital campaigns, social media, direct mail, crowd funding, and other channels)
• Collaborate closely with the Communications team to create campaign assets including fundraising and program material
• Manage the overall work of the Development team in implementing a comprehensive donor stewardship program that involves building processes, a pipeline and stewardship practices for program fundraising
• Manage donor portfolio in collaboration with the Executive Director
• Oversee the creation and implementation of the donor recognition programs with support from the Development Coordinator
• Oversee implementation and coordination of all special event activities including annual banquet, fundraisers, and donor events
• Oversee the implementation and promotion of a planned giving program
• Oversee the grants management department and provide leadership and final sign off on grant and foundation applications
• Manage a master calendar to reflect the communication with donors, special events, and campaigns
• Secure sponsorship and advertisements for annual banquet and special events/programs
• Oversee the implementation of the monthly donor program to include maintenance/engagement of existing donors and expansion of new donors with support from the Development Coordinator
• Other relevant tasks as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business/Marketing or related field is preferred
• Three to five years of fund development experience required
• Three to five years of managing fundraising staff experience required
• Experience in social justice-oriented and/or nonprofit organizations preferred
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet strict deadlines
• Must have strong initiative and demonstrate the ability to learn in a self-directed manner with minimal supervision
• A record of measurable results in organizing and implementing initiatives
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

TO APPLY:  Submit Cover letter, Updated resume, three references

Equal Employment Opportunity: CAIR-CA is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to compliance with all Federal, State, and local laws that prohibit employment discrimination based on age, race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and other protected classifications.

Job Description

JOB TITLE:

Development Manager

DIVISION/UNIT: Century - Housing Division

SUPERVISOR:

Associate Director and Vice President of Housing Development

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Development Manager will be an entrepreneurial, innovative and creative member of a, high-performing and expanding housing development business unit within the Century Housing organization that delivers on Century’s mission of investing in homes and communities so that low income individuals and families may have a dignified living environment, achieve economic independence, and enjoy healthful and vital places to live and work.

The Development Manager will be a key member of Century’s development team, requiring both short and long-term strategic thinking, planning abilities, communication skills, organizational skills, project management skills, financial underwriting and analytical ability, and vision to help advance Century’s mission through the development and preservation of affordable housing.

The Development Manager will be responsible for strategically managing a range of real estate development activities related to the acquisition and development of affordable housing and community development projects. In addition, the Development Manager will be resourceful, pro-active and self- motivated person with the ability to balance vision and mission with practical understanding of affordable housing and real estate development constraints. Responsibilities span across the development process from deal sourcing through project completion and ultimate transition to property and/or asset management. Century’s pipeline is anticipated to primarily include the following opportunities:

1. New Construction and Rehab
2. New acquisition/rehab, preservation and development opportunities
3. Strategic joint venture opportunities

Working under the direction, supervision and support of the Associate Director of Housing and Vice President of Housing, the Development Manager will be responsible for coordinating, communicating, and managing all aspects of our real estate development activities. Fully engaging within the Century organization, the Development Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing all stages of affordable housing development for multiple projects at any given time and ensures that objectives of each project are accomplished within prescribed timeframes and funding parameters. In furtherance of these efforts, the Development Manager will interface regularly with key stakeholders, both inside and outside of Century, to shape efforts, secure necessary support, and deliver on Century’s strategic plan.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Take a lead in securing new projects that satisfy acquisition criteria to make recommendations on development and preservation activities.

Source new deals that satisfy acquisition criteria, utilizing a variety of methods including, but not limited to, broker solicitation, data mining, and responding to RFPs and RFQs.

Prepare financial, physical, and entitlement feasibility analyses of prospective acquisitions.

Engage internal stakeholders to obtain input and approvals

Maintain project files, logs and contracts

Perform standard and property-specific due diligence.

Engage community stakeholders and secure support for prospective projects. Provide public presentations if required.

Represent Century before public agencies, elected officials, community groups and financial institutions in soliciting support for new projects.

Secure all necessary entitlements and permits for real estate development.

Prepare successful funding applications for low income housing tax credits, tax exempt bonds, private, local, state and federal soft sources of finance.

Research, understand and secure funding to support feasibility, site acquisition, pre-development, construction and permanent financing phases of development.

Work with public and private lenders to secure predevelopment, bridge, construction and permanent financing.

Evaluate, engage, and manage architects, engineers, general contractors, construction managers, and other real estate development consultants.

Negotiate investment terms with equity partners in the syndication of low-income housing tax credits and other financing programs. Negotiate terms with lenders on construction and permanent financing.

Monitor and evaluate all phases of schematic design, design development and construction documents.

Coordinate and manage the flow of due diligence for loan closings.

Manage project budgets through use of job cost accounting. Interface with finance and accounting teams to submit loan draws and manage insurance.

Monitor construction and ensure that projects are delivered to Century Development Standards, on time and on budget. Manage payment applications and change orders. Ensure compliance with prevailing wages, HUD Section 3, and other mandated requirements, to the extent applicable.

Collaborate with Asset Management, Property Management and Resident Services team to secure input on prospective projects and share progress information on existing projects. Ensure a smooth transition to operations.

Other duties as required and/or assigned

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Proven experience in affordable housing finance and/or real estate development
2. Knowledge about affordable housing loan and grant programs along with the tax credit program, both 4% and 9% credits, California specific affordable housing knowledge and experience, preferred.
3. Strong financial acumen to underwrite and model new opportunities
4. Familiarity with HUD financing and Section 8 program.
5. Ability to manage various planning, infrastructure and long-range development efforts as part of a master-planned community.
6. Ability to source, structure, and deliver new affordable housing deals.
7. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
8. Excellent oral and written communication.
9. Organization and time management skills.
10. Ability to work independently and problem solve.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Requirements:

Applicants should have three (3) plus years of experience in affordable/real estate development and/or financing of multifamily housing. Position requires strong knowledge of affordable housing real estate development, affordable housing funding programs, real estate finance, construction, and permitting/entitlement processes, and community engagement. Graduate degree in planning, business or related field highly desirable.

Compensation and Benefits:

Competitive salary and excellent employee benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 403(b) plan with company match, life insurance, flexible spending account, paid time off and paid holidays. Salary range $100,000 - $125,000.

Key Responsibilities

Annual Fund & Donor Communications

Partner with the Director of Development to create donor appeals and correspondence, including managing database exports, mail merges, and mailing production.

Coordinate development-related materials such as invitations, signage, banners, social media graphics, and newsletter content, ensuring brand alignment and visual appeal.

Monitor development inboxes, respond to donor inquiries, and maintain acknowledgment templates and pledge reminders.

Development Operations

Supervise data processing staff to ensure timely gift entry and electronic acknowledgment letter distribution.

Oversee in-house production of acknowledgment letters for major gifts ($500+) and ensure fulfillment of donor recognition.

Reconcile contributions with Finance and maintain accurate gift documentation and filing systems.

Generate monthly reports and analysis to guide fundraising strategy.

Maintain the development calendar, including grant application deadlines.

Stay current with database functionality (Raiser’s Edge, Blackbaud NXT) and participate in training as needed.

Donor Stewardship & Events

Support planning and execution of fundraising events, including the annual gala and donor cultivation gatherings.

Ensure sponsors and major donors receive promised benefits and timely stewardship.

Online Giving & Digital Engagement

Manage online donation platforms and giving forms.

Ensure accurate flow of online giving data into the donor database, troubleshooting as needed.

Collaborate with Communications to maintain and update development-related web pages.

Cross-Departmental Collaboration

Oversee operations of community engagement programs such as the children’s library and reading room, including volunteer coordination and programming.

Collaborate with Membership, Finance, and Communications teams to integrate development priorities into organizational initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required.

3–5 years of experience in development, with strong emphasis on Annual Fund strategy and direct mail campaigns.

Event planning or fundraising event experience preferred.

Proficiency in Raiser’s Edge and Blackbaud NXT preferred.

Familiarity with Canva or similar design software a plus.

Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills.

Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Passion for plants, horticulture, or environmental causes desirable.

Due to a promotion in our team, we are hiring another business development manager to take over a mix of existing accounts and new sales territory. To excel in this role you should be an active listener, have a compelling sales personality, and a hunger to chase and close new business from cold calls and inbound warm leads.

Responsibilities:
Contacting potential clients to establish rapport and arrange meetings.
Planning and overseeing new marketing initiatives.
Researching organizations and individuals to find new opportunities.
Increasing the value of current customers while attracting new ones.
Finding and developing new markets and improving sales.
Attending conferences, meetings, and industry events.
Developing quotes and proposals for clients.
Developing goals for the development team and business growth and ensuring they are met.

Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing or related field.
Experience in sales, marketing or related field.
Strong communication skills and IT fluency.
Ability to manage complex projects and multi-task.
Excellent organizational skills.
Ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be proactive, and handle uncertainty.