Summary

The primary objective of the development manager is to assist with Gamma Phi Beta’s fundraising efforts, with the goal of meeting the Gamma Phi Beta Foundation’s (Foundation) fundraising goals. The development manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the donor lifecycle for Foundation donors, with an emphasis on major gifts. The development manager collaborates with the chief development officer, Foundation Board of Trustees (Trustees) and development volunteers to implement fundraising plans and donor engagement strategies for Gamma Phi Beta.

Responsibilities

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Build and maintain a portfolio of 100-120 donors and prospects, which yields meaningful personal visits and contacts to advance the relationship with the Foundation.
• Develop detailed strategies for identifying, cultivating and soliciting major donors at the $1,874 level and higher.
• Develop appropriate solicitation and briefing materials, including personalized solicitation letters and tailored proposals.
• Participate in face-to-face solicitations, moving to closure in a timely fashion.
• Support Trustees and volunteer committees as they consistently refresh portfolios and steward their relationships through activities including research, donor visits and prioritization.
• Enter and track all aspects of the cultivation and solicitation process in donor database to ensure highest level of customer service from all team members.
• Attend major Sorority and Foundation events and participate in the planning and execution of special donor-relation events.

Education/Experience

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required; three to five years of related experience. Experience in the areas of relationship building, solicitation, stewardship, fundraising, portfolio management and data segmentation skills preferred.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software, Microsoft 365 suite and membership database software (iMIS).

Required Skills, Abilities and Qualifications

• Excellent organizational, verbal and written communication skills including presentation skills.
• Professional, outgoing, customer-service oriented manner.
• Able to work a flexible schedule, to include some travel as well as weekends and holidays.
• Self-motivated, takes initiative and works well independently.
• Detail-oriented with “big picture” vision and effective work practices under pressure while meeting all applicable deadlines.

Business-Related Contacts International Headquarters staff, International Council, Foundation Board of Trustees, Facilities Management Company Board of Managers, Sorority members, Sorority volunteers and interfraternal peers.

Location

This position is eligible for a remote work schedule.

Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with experience, education and location. The hiring range for this role is $50,000 to $60,000 annually. Gamma Phi Beta offers a full benefits package with an excellent paid-time off package that includes 12 days of vacation plus sick time, personal days, holidays and two weeks of additional paid-time off over the office’s winter break. Benefits include health, life, disability, vision and dental insurance coverage and participation in Gamma Phi Beta’s 401(k) plan after a year of eligible service.