Development Manager

Parthenon Management Group 

POSITION DESCRIPTION 

Position:  Development Manager 

Reports to:  Director of Development

Location: Can be in office, hybrid, or remote

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We are Solutionaries.  

Parthenon Management Group is an association management company offering management services to professional and trade associations. We offer strategic guidance and bring creative solutions with a vision for the future.  

The Development Manger will assist the Director of Development with fundraising and stewardship strategies to enhance relationships and advance the philanthropic priorities of the organization(s). This position reports to the Director of Development.  

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES, include the following but are not limited to: 

• Oversee programs established through philanthropy. 

• Ensure exceptional stewardship of all donations. 

• Perform annual giving duties, including, but not limited to annual giving calendar, communications, create and execute giving programs.  

• Cultivate relationships with current donors and prospective donors.  

• Ensure proper documentation of donor information and donations.  

• Research and create prospective lists for funding initiatives.  

• Ensure timely and appropriate acknowledgements of all donations.  

• Create collaterals to highlight the priorities of the organization and impact of donations. 

• Assist in planning special events that effectively communicate the philanthropic priorities of the organization. 

• Manage programs of the Foundation, including reporting to donors of the program. 

• Provide exceptional customer service.  

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE 

• Extensive knowledge of fundraising best practices and ethics. 

• Donor centric.  

• Ability to focus on and prioritize building relationships. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

• Highly motivated and creative problem solver. 

• Excellent interpersonal skills. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software. 

• Ability and willingness to travel as required. 

• Minimum three years of direct fundraising experience.  

• Excellent time management skills. 

• Details and results oriented.  

• Proven track record of building relationships. 

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or similar field required. 

• CFRE designation is highly preferred. 

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT 

Position is in an office setting that involves everyday risks or discomforts requiring normal safety precautions. On occasion, the individual must be able to do moderately demanding physical activity such as handling and opening boxes weighing 35-40 pounds, standing, and walking extensively throughout the day. 

BENEFITS 

People come first at PMG. That goes for both our clients and our team members. We are known for our exceptional customer service and work ethics. Our clients are like family to us! But our real families are also a priority. From flexible work schedules, including work-from-home plans, paid volunteer days, profit sharing, and more, PMG takes great care of its team members. 

• We offer: 

• Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance 

• Disability insurance 

• 401(k) 

• 2 Personal Days, 8 Paid Holidays, PTO Days 

• 6 weeks parental leave 

• Employee Development 

• PMG offers one paid Give Back Day to employees where team members can volunteer at their favorite cause on PMG's dime.  

• We are passionate about creating a workplace that promotes and values diversity. We serve associations that are global, multicultural, and diverse, and we want to reflect that inside our walls. More importantly, creating an environment where everyone, from any background, can do their best work is just the right thing to do.