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Development Manager

Athletes for Hope
Bethesda, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/13/2025

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.

Candidates should take the time to read all the elements of this job advert carefully Please make your application promptly.

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 :

  • 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
  • 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 based in Bethesda, MD and will consist of a 40-hour per week commitment, with an annualized compensation of $50,000.

    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.

    The Development Manager is expected to work flexibly between remote and office locations. Athletes for Hope is located at 4801 Hampden Avenue, Unit 104, Bethesda, MD 20814.

    To Apply :

    Applicants should email dvenezia@athletesforhope.org a resume, cover letter, and writing sample by no later than March 8, 2024.

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    Salary : $50,000

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