Individual Giving Development Manager

Individual Giving Development Manager

College Possible Minnesota

This Work Is Our Mission

At College Possible, we believe talent is universal. For many students, the path to college can feel overwhelming or out of reach. That's where you come in.

We support students on their journey to higher education by providing personalized coaching, resources, and guidance. When you join College Possible, you become part of a team dedicated to making college access and success a reality. Together, we help students navigate the admissions process, overcome challenges, and earn their degrees.

Our Impact

80% of College Possible students are admitted to college
86% of College Possible students enroll in college
93,000  students served nationwide since 2000

Why Join Our Team?

When you work at College Possible, you're not just taking a job-you're advancing a mission to help more students get to and through college. You'll play a direct role in helping students achieve their educational goals and build brighter futures.

Key Benefits

? Professional Growth
Access training, mentorship, and career development opportunities as you support student success.

? Mission-Driven Impact
Make a direct difference in students' lives by helping them access and complete college.

? Collaborative Community
Join a team that values teamwork, innovation, and excellence in service of students.

? Work-Life Balance
Enjoy flexible work options, unlimited PTO, and resources to support your well-being.

Your Role as Individual Giving Development Manager

We're seeking a highly organized, detailed-oriented, energetic, and committed Individual Giving Development Manager who will function as a key member of the Minnesota external relations team, working closely with the Senior Director of Development and Executive Director to achieve annual revenue goals. This position plays a vital role in advancing our mission by supporting the Development Director in implementing a well-rounded strategic fundraising plan. Their primary focus will be managing the annual giving plan, with special attention given to donor acquisition and retention, as well as executing high-quality fundraising events. Responsibilities will include managing and tracking donor solicitations and gift processing, organizing logistics of fundraising and donor stewardship events, managing the donor stewardship program, and direct mail campaigns.

In addition, this position will serve as backup to the Sr. Development Director and coordinate development operations for the Minnesota office development program, including generation of reports, database management, and conducting analysis of donor giving. The Individual Giving Development Manager will assist other external relations team members as necessary throughout the year for the department to successfully accomplish its goals.

Fundraising - Individual Giving and Events

• Manage a portfolio of annual donors giving up to $2,000/year with the goal of deepening engagement, renewing annual gifts, and increasing affinity and giving.
• Lead all direct mail and online individual fundraising campaigns from concept to execution, including but not limited to fall, end-of-year, and spring appeals, with a special Give to the Max Day campaign.
• Lead events, including alumni gatherings, informational sessions, and fundraising events, by managing event details, securing venues, tracking RSVPs, coordinating materials, and communicating with attendees.
• Work with the Sr. Director of Development and Executive Director to leverage relationships with current individual donors to increase the number of individuals supporting the organization.
• Create cultivation and communications strategies to grow individual donor portfolios.
• Manage the donor stewardship process, including supporting gift processing, database administration, and acknowledgments.
• Lead the design and distribution of monthly E-newsletters to keep donors, alumni, partners, and supporters informed and engaged.

Database Management

• Lead the design and distribution of monthly E-newsletters to keep donors, alumni, partners, and supporters informed and engaged.

• Create and pull reports as needed.

AmeriCorps and Student Alumni Relations

• Assist in establishing a strategic plan to engage/re-engage AmeriCorps Service Members and College Possible Student Alumni with the College Possible mission.

Minnesota Programs Team Collaboration

• Collaborate and work with the Minnesota Programs Team to increase engagement, deepen student impact, and increase donor affinity.

Other duties as assigned

• Participate in weekly External Relations Team meetings and other project meetings as necessary.
• Work with the Sr. Director of Development on various projects as assigned.

What You Bring

Education/Certifications/Licenses:

• Bachelor's degree required.

Related Work Experience:

• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strategic thinker and problem-solver who can work independently, take initiative, and develop new programs.
• Proven integrity, ethical decision-making, and sound business judgment.
• Prior experience planning and executing fundraising and other events.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in MS Office and Google pr.
• Experience in CRM systems (Salesforce preferred).
• Experience in email marketing platforms (Marketing Cloud preferred)

Computer/Software Skills:

• Strong computer skills, including demonstrated proficiency in: Microsoft Word, Excel and donor database software; Raiser's Edge and iWave experience preferred.

Other Skills, Abilities and Requirements:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Desire to work in a growing nonprofit organization passionate about advancing equity in education and supporting student success.
• Adaptability, flexibility, creativity, and commitment to excellence.
• Commitment to engage in diversity, inclusion and/or equity work.
• Access to reliable transportation is required.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and handle potentially stressful situations calmly and appropriately.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds when needed
• Ability to work remotely and travel locally and regionally as required.
• Ability to stand and/or sit for a minimum of 7 hours a day

What We Offer

In addition to joining a committed, diverse, values-based organization, we offer:

• An opportunity for you to have a tremendous impact both internally and in the broader country
• a competitive salary commensurate with experience
• excellent benefits including complete health, dental, life, short-term and long-term insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Encouraged sustainability through a generous paid time off program
• Personalized professional development and growth opportunities

To Join Our Growing College Possible Team

Please apply at: Please apply at: www.CollegePossible.org/careers. Include a resume and cover letter. For candidates who are considered for the position, a writing exercise will be required.