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Church World Service · 1 month ago

Development Manager - Greensboro, NC

US-NC-Greensboro

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Church World Service is an organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of individuals and communities globally. The Development Manager will be responsible for developing innovative fundraising strategies and managing donor relations to support the Greensboro office's fundraising efforts. This role involves collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance fundraising campaigns, events, and community engagement.

AssociationInformation TechnologyNon Profit

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Work with the CWS office Director to develop and implement a fundraising plan that outlines objectives, identifies a mix of fundraising tools, and includes a timetable, budget, and strategies for implementation. Manage a donor portfolio: identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual and faith-based donors; grow average gift and retention. Coordinate telephonic, in-person, mail, and electronic solicitations, as well as donor acknowledgments

Research and plan for solicitation of gifts from Major Donors

Create and nurture partnerships with local and national businesses by building relationships and procuring sponsorships for events and programs

Under guidance from the Office Director, provides content and language to create regular digital and print communication with individual, faith, and corporate donors through newsletters and other outreach

Analyze and report solicitation methods and results

Track monthly giving performance vs. goals; recommend mid-course adjustments

Maintain accurate donor/contact data and activity documentation in the CRM; produce regular dashboards on pipeline health, revenue to goal, retention, and ROI by tactic

Use data to segment audiences and test/improve messaging, channels, and stewardship journeys

Plan and coordinate execution of key annual campaigns and events (e.g., end-of-year giving campaign, World Refugee Day, and others), including overseeing timelines, logistics, and securing event sponsorships

Partner with Community Engagement for creative assets, marketing, and volunteer support

Coordinate annual fund drive

Ensure post-event reporting and donor acknowledgments are completed on schedule

Support Development & Community Engagement colleagues in outreach activities, including speaking engagements

Grants interface: supply impact narratives, program data, letters of support, and donor intelligence to the Grants Manager; coordinate calendars so appeals/campaigns complement grant timelines without duplicating efforts

Coordinate with site leadership across the state to align local opportunities, events, and community relationships

Represent CWS in community meetings, congregations, and civic forums to cultivate partnerships and elevate the mission

Stay informed about refugee and immigrant issues and policy; model values-aligned advocacy for refugee and immigrant friendly policies and practices

Undertake other duties as assigned

Qualification

Nonprofit fundraisingDonor relationsFundraising strategyCRM proficiencyPublic speakingAnalytical skillsTeam leadershipInterpersonal skills

Required

Inclusion of a cover letter and a current resume are required

Bachelor's Degree in related field or foreign equivalent

Minimum of 5 years' experience, with at least 3 years in nonprofit fundraising, donor relations, or development operations

Proven experience in multiple fundraising methods with individuals and community-based events

Skills in constituent engagement and program management are required

Strong motivational interpersonal and public verbal communication skills and demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively

Demonstrated ability to work with staff and donors to increase unrestricted funds raised for the organization

Demonstrated ability to work independently with a high level of comfort and skill interacting with partner organizations, volunteers, donors, and friends representing all constituent groups

Proficiency with donor CRMs and basic analytics/reporting on KPIs (e.g., revenue to goal, retention, average gift, event ROI)

Ideal candidate will have a passion for, commitment to, and understanding of the mission of Church World Service and thrive in a team environment

Flexibility in daily work schedule to accommodate weekend and evening hours

A valid driver's license and a clean, insurable driving record

Preferred

Minimum of 2 years supervisory or team-lead experience preferred, ideally managing development or administrative staff

Benefits

403 (b) Retirement Plan

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Generous Paid Time Off (18 Paid Days Off; 24 Days after 2 Years)

14 Official Holidays

12 Sick Days Off (Accrued monthly)

Life Insurance and AD&D

Long Term and Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Company

Church World Service

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Church World Service is a group of churches of various denominations that have come together to help the poor and needy.

Founded in 1946

New York, New York, USA

501-1000 employees

http://cwsglobal.org

H1B Sponsorship

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