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Islamic Society of Orange County · 1 hour ago

Fund Development Manager

LA Metro Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$70K/yr - $90K/yr

3+ years exp

The Islamic Society of Orange County (ISOC) is seeking a Fund Development Manager to lead and execute fundraising and development efforts for one of the oldest and largest multi-ethnic Muslim communities in Orange County. The role involves implementing a systematic fundraising process to support ISOC’s operational sustainability and capital campaigns while enhancing financial stability and community engagement.

Religious Institutions

Responsibilities

Support the development and execution of fundraising campaigns with clear work plans, themes, and timelines

Assist in identifying and cultivating target audiences, engaging donors through thoughtful communication and outreach

Utilize multiple fundraising channels, including social media, phone outreach, telethons, and in-person meetings, to promote campaigns and assess effectiveness

Track campaign metrics, monitor progress against goals, and contribute to forecasting and reporting

Recruit, coordinate, and support volunteers and campaign ambassadors

Manage and support key fundraising initiatives, including:

Annual Fund

Capital Campaign for the new master site plan

Ramadan and special event campaigns

Planned Giving initiatives

Maintain and analyze donor data to identify giving trends and opportunities for increased engagement

Support proactive outreach to prospective and existing donors through personalized communication strategies

Help ensure a positive donor experience that encourages retention, repeat giving, and increased contributions

Assist with donor appreciation efforts by sharing the impact of contributions and reinforcing donor connection to ISOC’s mission

Maintain accurate records within the nonprofit CRM system, tracking donor interactions, preferences, and giving history

Support brand-aligned fundraising communications that reinforce ISOC’s value and distinct role within the Southern California Muslim community

Assist with grant-related activities, including research, proposal development, coordination of submissions, and compliance with reporting requirements

Support the preparation and monitoring of fundraising budgets in collaboration with the executive and relevant staff

Contribute to fundraising and marketing plans with defined goals, timelines, and performance measures

Collaborate with Marketing to ensure consistent messaging and alignment with the ISOC brand

Assist in training staff and volunteers on campaign-specific fundraising strategies

Support opportunities for board members to participate in fundraising and donor engagement activities

Support the development of partnerships and strategic alliances that advance ISOC’s mission and expand fundraising opportunities

Prepare and maintain accurate fundraising reports for review by the Executive Director and leadership

Support auditable processes to track funds raised and their designated use

Participate in regular evaluations of fundraising strategies and recommend improvements

Perform additional related duties as requested

Qualification

Fundraising experienceNonprofit CRM systemsPublic speakingIslamWritten communicationOrganizational skillsTech-savvyRelationship buildingTeam collaborationCreative problem-solving

Required

Bachelor's degree in nonprofit management, business, marketing, or a related field (advanced degree a plus)

3–5 years of fundraising or development experience within a nonprofit organization

Demonstrated experience supporting fundraising campaigns and donor engagement efforts

Familiarity with nonprofit CRM systems for donor management, reporting, and campaign tracking

Comfort with public speaking and representing the organization in meetings or on camera

Strong written communication skills with the ability to craft donor-facing and internal content

Ability to navigate sensitive conversations, collaborate effectively, and contribute to team-based outcomes

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Solid grounding in the fundamentals of Islam and an understanding of the American Muslim community and its cultural context

Preferred

Experienced in Non-Profit Fundraising: Understanding of nonprofit fundraising in the United States and have contributed to the planning and execution of successful fundraising programs and campaigns that produce measurable results and sustainable financial support

Optimistic and Purpose-Driven: Passionate about the future of Islam in America and are deeply committed to advancing ISOC's mission and long-term impact

Trustworthy and Mission-Aligned: Approach all responsibilities with honesty, integrity, and transparency, consistently aligning your work with ISOC's values and organizational goals

Relationship Builder: Excel at building meaningful relationships and navigating diverse stakeholder interests. You are comfortable engaging both major donors and grassroots supporters with authenticity and respect

Hands-On and Collaborative: Understand the importance of teamwork and delegation, while also being willing to take a hands-on approach to ensure tasks are completed effectively

Creative and Persistent: Resourceful, adaptable, and persistent in achieving fundraising goals within a dynamic and evolving environment

Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using technology, digital tools, and media platforms to support fundraising operations, donor engagement, and campaign marketing efforts