What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resource & Development Manager position at Community Health Partnership?
Do you see possibilities where others see challenges, and believe that funding should always connect to impact? Are you a strategic mastermind who thrives on building powerful partnerships, telling compelling stories, and transforming big ideas into tangible resources? If you’re nodding YES, this role might just have your name on it!
Community Health Partnership (CHP) is looking for a Resource Development Manager to work onsite in our Colorado Springs office. As the Resource Development Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind our funding success—researching opportunities, crafting powerful proposals, and building relationships that fuel our mission. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you’ll work across teams to design smart, sustainable funding strategies that turn resources into real, lasting impact.
What You’ll Do
Build and Execute a Resource Development Strategy
Community Health Partnership provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Community Health Partnership (CHP) is looking for a Resource Development Manager to work onsite in our Colorado Springs office. As the Resource Development Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind our funding success—researching opportunities, crafting powerful proposals, and building relationships that fuel our mission. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you’ll work across teams to design smart, sustainable funding strategies that turn resources into real, lasting impact.
What You’ll Do
Build and Execute a Resource Development Strategy
- Team up with the CFO and leadership to craft and execute a rock-solid, diversified funding strategy—grants, donors, sponsorships, you name it!
- Scout and assess funding opportunities (foundations, government agencies, corporations, and individuals) that align with our mission and vision.
- Cultivate authentic relationships with funders, sponsors, and community champions to secure funding and support that aligns with our commitments (because impact doesn’t happen overnight!).
- Develop creative campaigns and initiatives that attract funding and keep supporters engaged.
- Stay ahead of philanthropy trends, funding models, and donor interests to bring fresh, strategic ideas forward.
- Create donor recognition and engagement programs that make supporters feel appreciated, valued, and connected to our mission.
- Lead the charge on crafting compelling, mission-aligned grant proposals that connect to our goals and reflect our values.
- Partner with program teams and leadership to ensure proposals tell a story and budgets align with goals.
- Manage the grant lifecycle—from the first draft to the final report—and hit every deadline with style.
- Manage all things grants: track timelines, monitor compliance, oversee renewals, and report on outcomes.
- Collaborate with program and finance teams to ensure funds are used efficiently, impact milestones are hit, and everyone’s on the same page.
- Maintain organized, accurate records in a central calendar—because you’re all about the details.
- Develop meaningful relationships with funders, corporate partners, and individual donors who are ready to make a difference.
- Collaborate with the leadership team to create powerful donor materials, including proposals, updates, and impact reports.
- Organize and plan donor visits, events, and engagement opportunities that deepen connections and showcase our mission.
- Partner with program teams to track the impact of secured resources and translate data into compelling stories.
- Collaborate with marketing to share successes through reports, campaigns, and digital platforms.
- Set ambitious fundraising goals, measure progress, and celebrate wins and milestones, recalibrating as needed.
- Collaborate with the communications team to create robust fundraising campaigns, donor-facing content, and social media magic.
- Keep our fundraising presence fresh, engaging, and impactful—on websites, social platforms, and beyond.
- 5 years of experience in grant writing, fundraising, and donor management with a passion for storytelling and relationship-building (bonus points for nonprofit experience).
- Proven expertise in grant writing, budgeting, and managing the grant lifecycle.
- Strategic mindset with the ability to identify opportunities, align them with organizational priorities, and create innovative solutions.
- Exceptional writing skills—you can craft proposals and donor reports that inspire and inform.
- Ability to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines while keeping an eye on the details.
- Familiarity with donor management software, CRM tools, and Microsoft Office Suite (you’ve got the tech chops).
- You’re a big thinker who turns bold ideas into strategy, storytelling, and innovative campaigns.
- A growth mindset, adaptability, and curiosity about new funding trends.
- You’re curious by opportunities to learn, lead, and make your mark on an organization that’s all about doing good.
- You have a knack for building strong relationships—you engage funders, donors, and colleagues with authenticity and care.
- Salary range for this full-time position is $70,000 - $80,000 / annually depending on experience.
- Medical, Dental, Vision; 401K
- Generous vacation and sick time; flexible schedule.
- Life insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability
Community Health Partnership provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Salary : $70,000 - $80,000
