Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy · 4 days ago
Part Time Development Manager
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time, Part-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$26/hr - $32/hr
3+ years expThe Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP) is a nonprofit policy advocacy organization focused on sustainable food and trade systems. They are seeking a part-time Development Manager to lead fundraising initiatives, donor cultivation, and stewardship while managing day-to-day fundraising operations.
AgricultureFarmingNon Profit
Responsibilities
Develop a strong understanding of IATP, our mission and programs, priorities, and fundraising opportunities to engage donors with clarity and purpose
Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors through personalized engagement strategies
Identify and qualify prospects, develop engagement and solicitation strategies, and advance prospects through the donor cultivation cycle
Create and implement donor engagement, cultivation, and stewardship plans in alignment with donor interests
Manage a portfolio of new, recurring, and prospective donors, and track donor progress and journeys
Develop and implement donor appeals and communications in collaboration with the Associate Director of Development, the Executive Director and the communications team
Write copy and manage and execute fundraising campaigns, including Give to the Max Day, Giving Tuesday, and spring, summer, fall, and end-of-year appeals
Create, produce, and distribute donor newsletters and the annual report
Engage donors through multiple channels: events, video or phone calls, strategic communications, and one-on-one meetings
Manage donor database (Bloomerang), generate reports, and manage dashboards and donor lists to support fundraising
Ensure accurate records by entering gifts in a timely manner, processing donation acknowledgments, and updating donor information
Attend relevant webinars and courses (by Bloomerang, MCN, etc.) to implement improvements, optimize the database, and maximize its capabilities
Support budget reporting and reconciliation with the finance team
Serve as backup to the Associate Director of Development for grants management
Track grants calendar and deliverables and ensure the timely submission of concept notes, LOI, proposals, and reports
Maintain and update grant files and database in SharePoint and Bloomerang
Work across IATP program, finance, and communications teams to support successful submission of requests, proposals, and reports
Qualification
Required
Passionate about IATP's mission and excited about multifaceted work across food and farm systems, climate, and trade
Experience in fundraising, donor engagement and stewardship, creating individual donor strategies, and grants management
Detail-oriented and organized
Skilled at building meaningful relationships that drive organizational growth
Develop and implement the individual fundraising strategy while supporting grants management and other development priorities
Develop a strong understanding of IATP, our mission and programs, priorities, and fundraising opportunities to engage donors with clarity and purpose
Identify, qualify, cultivate, solicit, and steward individual donors through personalized engagement strategies
Identify and qualify prospects, develop engagement and solicitation strategies, and advance prospects through the donor cultivation cycle
Create and implement donor engagement, cultivation, and stewardship plans in alignment with donor interests
Manage a portfolio of new, recurring, and prospective donors, and track donor progress and journeys
Develop and implement donor appeals and communications in collaboration with the Associate Director of Development, the Executive Director and the communications team
Write copy and manage and execute fundraising campaigns, including Give to the Max Day, Giving Tuesday, and spring, summer, fall, and end-of-year appeals
Create, produce, and distribute donor newsletters and the annual report
Engage donors through multiple channels: events, video or phone calls, strategic communications, and one-on-one meetings
Manage donor database (Bloomerang), generate reports, and manage dashboards and donor lists to support fundraising
Ensure accurate records by entering gifts in a timely manner, processing donation acknowledgments, and updating donor information
Attend relevant webinars and courses (by Bloomerang, MCN, etc.) to implement improvements, optimize the database, and maximize its capabilities
Support budget reporting and reconciliation with the finance team
Serve as backup to the Associate Director of Development for grants management
Track grants calendar and deliverables and ensure the timely submission of concept notes, LOI, proposals, and reports
Maintain and update grant files and database in SharePoint and Bloomerang
Work across IATP program, finance, and communications teams to support successful submission of requests, proposals, and reports
Preferred
Committed to IATP's mission and values
Post-secondary education or equivalent experience
Minimum 3-5 years of professional experience in fundraising and development in the nonprofit sector — background in project management, communications, and/or a related role desirable
Experience in donor pipeline management, building long-term relationships, grants management, and strategic thinking
Comfortable making a direct ask/invitation for financial support
Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a talent for building and sustaining relationships with diverse stakeholders
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent written, editing, and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint, and experience with CRM or donor databases (Bloomerang, Salesforce, Blackbaud, DonorPerfect, or similar)
Experience using email marketing platforms (MailChimp, Constant Contact, or similar) and social media is a plus
Benefits
Excellent health insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid vacation and holidays
Sick and safe leave
403B retirement plan with employer match
Employer-paid life insurance
AD&D and LTD insurance
Optional employer-paid mobile plan
Company
Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy
IATP works locally and globally at the intersection of policy and practice to ensure fair and sustainable food, farm and trade systems.
11-50 employees
Funding
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