What are the responsibilities and job description for the Development Manager position at FACETS?
Development Manager
About the position :
FACETS is looking for a dedicated and socially conscious Development Manager to assist in being a bridge between our generous community and our neighbors in need. This full-time position represents an exciting and meaningful opportunity to help create stronger futures for Fairfax County’s most vulnerable and marginalized residents – children, families and individuals experiencing homelessness, poverty and food insecurity. You will play an instrumental role as a member of a dedicated Resource Development team that works closely with our community’s most incredible and thoughtful supporters.
About FACETS :
FACETS is dedicated to alleviating suffering from homelessness, poverty and hunger in Fairfax County. Since 1988, FACETS has served as a social safety net for our most vulnerable neighbors by providing emergency and basic needs services when crises occur.
The Development Manager is an integral member of Development & Communications Team, serving as the backbone of the operation by overseeing processes in place to cultivate, manage and steward donor, partner and volunteer relationships. Additionally, the Development Manager conducts research, supports development events and programs, and represents the agency in the community. They must be enthusiastic about community service, detail-oriented and dedicated to ensuring delivery of donor services. Reports to the Senior Director of Development & Communications.
Responsibilities :
- Support the development and implementation of fundraising and communication strategies including face-to-face solicitation, online giving, direct marketing campaigns, special events and proposals.
- Work closely with the Senior Director of Development and Communications and Events and Communications Manager to manage DonorPerfect CRM database, including updates to donor and prospect records, donor and gift entry, prospect research and producing reports and lists.
- Create timely donor acknowledgement letters . Share prompt and meaningful gratitude with donors according to assigned gift range / donor segmentation.
- Support outreach for fundraising campaigns and activities.
- Evaluate in-kind donation process to understand all programmatic needs and ensure efficiency. Create a comprehensive tool to track progress and record outreach efforts.
- Respond to donation inquiries and ensure items are available to program staff as needed including but not limited to the emergency pantry, household items, etc.
- Regularly communicate with FACETS program teams on special in-kind needs and conduct outreach for on-going and special in-kind campaigns and efforts.
- Assist with seasonal supply drives, including Back-to-School, Thanksgiving and Holiday Drives.
- Work in partnership with the team to support all events including signature events, major donor cultivation and appreciation events, program events / activities and recruitment and stewardship events (such as open houses, tours, Lunch and Learns, etc.).
- Representing the organization in the community as needed.
Required :
Preferred :
For consideration, email your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to employment@facetscares.org with “Development Manager” in subject line.
Salary : $50,000 - $60,000
