What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Manager position at West Central Behavioral Health?
The Development Manager secures funds, grows the donor base, and advances awareness of West Central’s mission and work. The Development Manager develops and implements fundraising campaigns, secures foundation and corporate grants, manages stakeholder relationships, and plans events to support West Central’s overall strategy. This role supports organizational growth during a pivotal period and will contribute to an upcoming capital campaign through donor cultivation, solicitation support, and campaign execution.
Please submit a cover letter with your application.
Key Responsibilities:
- In collaboration with the VP of Community Engagement, develop and execute annual fundraising strategies aligned with the agency's strategic plan
- Plan and execute fundraising events, including logistics, marketing, and follow-up
- Maintain the donor database and ensure accuracy of all gift records for tax, audit, and historical purposes
- Build and steward relationships with donors, board members, volunteers, and community partners
- Craft compelling donor communications and fundraising materials across multiple channels
- Research, write, and submit grant proposals to foundation, corporate, and municipal funders; coordinate all grantor reporting
- Monitor and evaluate fundraising outcomes and recommend improvements
- Prepare monthly development reports for the Board's Development & Community Relations Committee and executive leadership