Job Summary:
Athletes for Hope is seeking a Development Manager who is passionate about the intersection of sports, advocacy, and philanthropy. Working closely with the Director of Development, the Development Manager is responsible for engaging the AFH community and donor prospects to support our development efforts. This position also assists with fundraising events and donor stewardship.
To Apply:
Applicants should email dvenezia@athletesforhope.org a resume, cover letter, and writing sample by no later than May 1, 2024.
About the Position:
As the Development Manager, you’ll work closely with the Director of Development in a variety of areas, all targeted to diversify and enhance the organizational funding streams and relationships.
Major Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Donor Research & Outreach
- Research & identify new corporate & foundation funders, particularly prospects for mid-major gifts
- Lead a portion of relationships and donor pitches
- Support “cold” donor prospect outreach and communication efforts
- Strategic Planning
- Assist the Director of Development in developing engagement strategies for current and prospective institutional donors, partners, and sponsors
- Study industry and organizational data and trends to contribute to relevant and strategic fundraising approaches
- Event Management
- Support planning and execution of AFH’s annual events
- Other Tasks/Responsibilities
- Support donor stewardship tasks
- Lead a portion of funding application submissions
Minimum Requirements:
- No less than 3 years of fundraising experience in 3 or more of the following areas: sales, external fundraising, corporate sponsorship, donor prospect research, special events, grant writing and proposal development, donor stewardship and management
- Ability to manage multiple competing priorities and complete projects successfully as planned
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and donor-centered approach
- Ability to think critically, problem solve, and build processes that ensure efficiency
- Prideful attention to detail
- Strong verbal, listening, and written communication abilities
- Knowledge of professional, collegiate, Olympic and Paralympic sports landscape
- Deep commitment to AFH’s mission and values
- Proficient in using Google Suite, CRM, and Project Management Software
Compensation and Benefits:
This position is partially remote and will consist of a 40-hour per week commitment, with an annualized compensation of $50,000. Preference will be given to candidates who live in the Washington, D.C. area.
AFH prides itself on being a supportive workplace dedicated to employees’ personal and professional growth through stretch assignments, and access to staff and board meetings, mentorship, feedback, and professional development opportunities.
Company benefits include access to health insurance coverage (medical and dental) for salaried employees and their families. Additional benefits include paid holidays, paid time off, and access to a retirement plan.
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AFH reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as needed. This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive statement of duties and responsibilities of the job nor does it constitute a written or implied contract.
Athletes for Hope (AFH) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. AFH does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, pregnancy status, medical condition, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, sexual orientation or identity, age, national origin, citizenship, handicap status, marital or family status, mental or physical disability, perceived disability, military or veteran status, political activities or affiliations, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation.