Fundraising Manager

IMAGINE SCHOOLS

Developing Character, Enriching Minds

FUNDRAISING MANAGER

Location: Imagine Schools - Texas

Start Date: July 1, 2024

Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 depending upon experience

Reports To: Central Administration Office (CAO)

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• Two to three years of experience working with non-profit organizations or other relevant experience

• Good knowledge of Microsoft applications

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills

• Strong data analysis, leadership, project management, and organizational skills

• Ability to work cooperatively and constructively with staff and families in a multi-cultural environment

Essential Functions:

This position will be responsible for updating and maintaining donor databases, coordinating fundraising campaigns, researching and maintaining relationships with donors and prospective donors, as well as other tasks essential to the smooth operation of the organization’s fundraising efforts. In addition, this position will interact frequently with board members, fundraising volunteers, program staff, donors, and other constituents. This position reports directly to the CAO.

Data

· Manage the Donor Database including:

o Gift entry and processing

o Keeping donor records updated related to donor cultivation and relationships, solicitation and stewardship

o Maintaining and updating prospect pipeline and running any database reports

o Ensuring that the donor database information is current and accurate

· Monitor all donor information

· Provide and present statistical analysis and reports to board and senior leadership

Gift and Special Events

• Coordinate and conduct meetings (in person, telephone) with donors, prospects, volunteers, and key constituents

• Coordinate special organization fundraising events and connect volunteer activities to these events

• Keep up-to-date on current fundraising programs, practices and procedures used in the nonprofit sector and inform leadership

• Identify and pursue new sources of corporate and foundation funding as appropriate

• Support the CAO in maintaining relationships with major donors, including meeting preparation and follow up communication

• Develop and implement all aspects of direct donor mailings and appeals

• Ensure timely acknowledgement of all gifts and donations

Grant Requests & Administration

• Identify and pursue new sources of corporate, individual, and foundation funding at the direction of staff and board leadership

• Assist with researching and writing grants

• Provide timely reporting and ensure compliance as required by grant award documentation

• Write and submit all grants under designated amount as approved by board & leadership team

Leadership

• Attend weekly leadership meetings

• Assist in the design and implementation of fundraising policy across all departments

• Support fundraising responsibilities of the board & leadership team, including attending relevant meetings with stakeholders

• Direct the creation and updating of collateral materials to support gift cultivation

• Monitor and report regularly on the progress of fundraising activities to the board & leadership team

• Support and partner with senior staff and board members on all major fundraising initiatives

The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all assigned duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with this job.

Imagine Schools is a network of committed and passionate educators willing to do whatever it takes to ensure that students reach their highest academic potential, while also developing strong character. We live and work by six Measures of Excellence and strive to find joy at work through our shared values of Integrity, Justice, and Fun. We encourage you to learn more about our organization at www.imagineschools.org .

Imagine Schools is an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered without regard to race, gender, color, creed, national origin, veteran status, age, marital status, disability, or any other status protected by state and local law. This position offers an excellent benefits package, a supportive work environment that places high value on personal initiative and creativity, as well as the opportunity to play an important part in serving families in North Texas.

To apply for this position, please email a cover letter and current resume with the subject title of “Fundraising Manager” to:

elisha.upton@imagineschools.org (applications accepted until June 15, 2024)

Although all applications will be considered, only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $65,000