Development Manager – Empowering Change through Strategic Fundraising!

Status: Non-Exempt, Full-Time

Reports to: Executive Director

Salary: $27.60-$33.53 per hour

Location: Oceanside, CA

This role is based in Southern California, specifically in Oceanside, CA (North San Diego County). It is located inside a military base installation. Base access is provided to civilian employees.

Summary:

Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for securing funding that drives meaningful change? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Development Manager to join our team and play a crucial role in advancing our mission. 

Who you are:

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Development Manager will oversee and manage all aspects of our fundraising efforts, including individual, corporate, government, and foundation giving, as well as planned giving. Key responsibilities include conducting prospect research, developing compelling grant proposals, managing our donor database, and cultivating and stewarding donor relationships.

What will you do:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Donor Engagement: Conduct thorough research on individual donors, cultivate relationships, and provide stewardship to enhance donor retention and support.

Grant Development: Research, prepare, write, and submit grants for the organization, and coordinate monthly tours.

Fund Development: Oversee all aspects of fund development initiatives.

Strategic Planning: Participate in strategic planning, set fundraising goals, and assess fundraising strategies.

Budget Management: Collaborate with the Executive Director to create and manage the fundraising budget, establish specific outcomes, and develop an evaluation framework to assess the effectiveness of fundraising initiatives and identify areas for improvement.

Community Engagement: Communicate with participants and stakeholders to garner community support.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Coordination: Meet monthly with the Executive Director and other staff as needed to discuss planned and completed fund development actions, contacts, and meetings. Ability to collaborate with other development professionals within the Southern California Armed Services YMCA team to create regional proposals for funding.

Board Reporting: Prepare a monthly report for Board of Management meetings and attend all Board meetings.

Confidentiality: Maintain confidentiality of program and branch information.

Data Management: Track donor communications and regularly update and maintain the donor, grants, and contracts database to ensure record accuracy.

Reporting: Create customized reports as needed.

Additional Duties: Perform all other duties as assigned.

What experience and skills you will need to be successful:

Education & Experience

· Bachelor's Degree in business administration or a related field is required.

· Four years of related experience, including knowledge of long-range planning, annual giving, foundation/corporate solicitations, sales, management, and communications is preferred.

· Proficient knowledge of nonprofit organizational practices

· Experience with budgeting and fund development.

Skills

· Excellent verbal, written, and public speaking skills.

· Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to meet with people with ease.

· Strong organizational skills, well-disciplined, and able to work under pressure with tight deadlines.

· Accurate and detail-oriented with strong time management skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

· Proven track record of success in similar roles.

Traits

· Passionate about driving impactful fundraising efforts.

· Ability to soar independently and collaborate seamlessly with the team.

· A passionate, positive self-starter who thrives in a cross-functional team environment.

· Willingness to grow within the role

Requirements

· Ability to successfully pass a background check.

· Flexible schedule, including availability to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

· Willingness to travel as required.

Physical, Mental & Environmental Requirements

· Work in an office setting but get ready for occasional travel within San Diego County.

· Ability to sit for prolonged periods and lift objects up to 40 pounds, showcasing your versatility.

Join the Movement: Armed Services YMCA is not just a workplace; it’s a community committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Discrimination and harassment have no place here. If you're ready to spark change and make a lasting impact, apply today. Every age and background are celebrated here. Be part of something extraordinary!

Who we are:

The oldest military support organization in the U.S., the Armed Services YMCA is an independent, national non-profit and Association of the YMCA of the USA, specifically dedicated to serving active-duty military service members and their families of all six Armed Forces: Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Space Force and Coast Guard. Go to www.camppendleton.asymca.org to learn more about how we accomplish this important mission.

Armed Services YMCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. ASYMCA is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. We will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ASYMCA encourages applicants of all ages.