Job description
Development Manager
at HealthCorps
Are you interested in serving your community and empowering the next generation of healthy leaders? HealthCorps and our mission to improve the lives of youth both mentally and physically provides you the opportunity to do just that.
Who We Are
We’re HealthCorps – a national non-profit organization committed to improving lives by addressing health challenges in communities through programming that includes innovative and engaging experiences for teens in education, leadership, and service learning. We empower teens by encouraging them to become change agents within their families, schools and neighborhoods.
Our program is grounded in the understanding that limited access to health education can lead to a lifetime of social, emotional and physical challenges.
Our values drive the work we do here at HealthCorps; we’re mission obsessed, have an entrepreneurial mindset, value that our people are our power, know that teamwork makes the dream work and believe that there is empowerment in influencing change, both within our teams as well as the communities we serve.
Where You Fit In
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Development Manager to support our fundraising efforts, engage with our donors, funders, and broader public, assist with marketing strategies, and help enhance brand awareness. This role is integral to aligning organizational goals with impactful outreach, increased brand awareness, and fundraising initiatives. Occasional travel for special events and donor meetings is required.
What You’ll Do
Responsibilities:
CRM Management. Consistently maintain donor, prospect, and fundraising activity information in our customer relationship management system (currently Bloomerang) and leverage this information to track progress, monitor gaps, and adjust strategy and approach for each team member’s portfolio.
- Data – Analysis: Regularly assessing individuals’ progress to goals, identifying what is driving and impeding progress, developing solutions to address gaps, and adjusting course as necessary
- Maintain meticulous records of donor engagement
- Ensure timely processing and prompt acknowledgement of donations secured
Donor Management. Manage, cultivate, and steward a portfolio of donors, ensuring that the CEO and other primary solicitors are well equipped to engage at all stages of the donor life cycle.
This includes prepping emails, drafting proposals and thinking strategically about the programmatic initiatives.
At the outset, the Development Manager will be expected to assist the CEO and other solicitors with the management, cultivation, and stewardship of donors, and then develop a proven strategy to develop and manage their own portfolio of donors (ranging from $5K to $25K giving levels).
Team Collaboration. Collaborate with regional staff to support local ambassadors and create high-touch donor experiences.
- In partnership with the Executive Team, support the creation and implementation of a new donor acquisition strategy to increase funding from corporations, individuals, and foundations through online giving, funder campaigns, events and proposals.
- Manage external consultants in marketing and grants to meet revenue goals and elevate brand by expanding local exposure and developing new partnerships.
Communication. Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage and build relationships with high-net-worth individuals. Demonstrate strong skills in writing compelling, mission-driven stories that motivate donors and drive philanthropic support.
Events. Work with Director of Events to design and implement effective fundraising, networking and cultivation events.
Data Analysis and Reporting. Design monthly reports using a variety of engagement metrics to track performance and share insights with leadership. Leverage data to inform and refine development strategies.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Minimum 3 to 4 years in development, preferably within a small to mid-sized organization.
- Bachelor’s degree.
Skillset:
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and CRM systems are required (or a willingness to learn). Desktop publishing/graphic design skills preferred (PPT or Canva; or a willingness to learn).
- Analytical Skills: Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to interpret data and metrics, including fundraising financials, to trouble-shoot and improve development.
- Autonomy: Demonstrated success working independently in a strategic capacity.
- Time Management: Ability to effectively balance multiple tasks and priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Cultural Competence: Ability to effectively and respectfully communicate, collaborate, and connect with individuals from diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Preferred experience working in and with racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically marginalized communities.
- Growth Mindset: A commitment to personal and professional development, consistently striving for improvement.
- Language Skills: Bilingual proficiency is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to travel for occasional events and donor meetings.
- Available to travel for annual staff training and company retreat 1 – 2 times a year.
Additional Position Details
This is a full-time, salaried position $55,000-$65,000 and you will be offered a comprehensive benefits package. Yearly compensation for the role depends on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and location.
You will be a remote employee. Slight preference given to employees that live in one of our hub areas: Pittsburgh, PA, Cleveland, OH, Oklahoma City, OK, Houston, TX.
Position may require some evening hours. Anticipate occasional overnight travel throughout the year.
Ensuring an inclusive workplace where we learn from each other and our communities is core to HealthCorps’ values. We welcome people of different backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives and are seeking individuals that align with these same core beliefs. We are an equal opportunity employer and aim to provide a sense of belonging for everyone.
HealthCorps, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. HealthCorps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics, and in compliance with all state and federal law requirements.
HealthCorps, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
HealthCorps, Inc. reserves the right to conduct background investigations and/or reference checks on all its potential employees. Your job offer is contingent upon a clearance of a background investigation and/or reference check.
Note: HealthCorps reserves the right to assign additional duties, as needed. All HealthCorps employees are encouraged to be flexible and responsive to changes in scope of duties.
