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Fundraising Manager
Richmond, VA
Remote - VA
Position Overview
Be a part of a mission-driven nonprofit committed to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. As the Fundraising Manager, you will lead all fundraising initiatives, driving significant revenue growth while building and maintaining a strong volunteer foundation to support events. This role is also responsible for the recruitment, training, and management of event committees, ensuring successful execution and continued community engagement.
Responsibilities
- Drive revenue growth aligned with goals set by the supervisor and National Development Team
- Lead recruitment, training, and management of event volunteers and committees
- Plan, execute, and grow signature fundraising events, including logistics, sponsorships, and participation
- Collaborate with the Executive Director and Development Team to set and meet ambitious fundraising goals
- Utilize innovative P2P fundraising strategies to increase event revenue and engagement year-over-year
- Cultivate relationships with top fundraisers, team captains, sponsors, and volunteers; ensure consistent recognition and stewardship
- Champion Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion by ensuring events are accessible and welcoming to all communities
- Support individual, corporate, and foundation giving efforts
- Maintain strong knowledge of the local market and develop event budgets within financial guidelines
- Clearly communicate fundraising impact through local program, advocacy, education, and research outcomes
- Train and support Walk, Hike, and Event Chairs using national tools and resources; lead regular committee meetings
- Recruit, train, and manage all event-day volunteers; implement volunteer recognition programs
- Travel within service area and attend annual Chapter Staff Meeting; flexible schedule including evenings/weekends as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required
- 4 years of experience in nonprofit special event fundraising, with a proven track record in peer-to-peer (P2P) fundraising and securing sponsorships
- Strong background in volunteer recruitment, training, and committee management
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms for marketing and outreach
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
- Strong leadership, accountability, and team coaching skills
- Excellent written, verbal, and public speaking communication skills
- Comfortable presenting to both large and small audiences
- Committed to the organization’s Core Values and capable of working independently in a remote setting
- Available for full-time work, including evenings and weekends as needed
- Able to travel for meetings, events, and conferences
- Emotionally resilient, with the ability to support individuals in crisis
- Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities
- Physically able to lift up to 30 pounds and meet the demands of event setup
- Remote role with a fast-paced, dynamic environment and frequent interaction with diverse stakeholders
- Frequent public speaking and communication across virtual and in-person channels
- Reasonable accommodations will be provided as needed
Compensation
- Salary: $60,000 - $75,000
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
- Pre-tax Qualified Transportation Expense
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000
