Development Manager

Position Type

Full-time, 40 hours/week, non-exempt

Reports to

Editor in Chief

Location

Seattle, WA; Chinatown International District neighborhood

Salary

$31.25-33.65/hr ($65,000-70,000 DOE)

Benefits

100% employer-sponsored Medical, Dental, and Vision for employees; 401k with 4% employer match; generous PTO (vacation, sick); professional development options; fully paid ORCA card; hybrid work environment.

Deadline

February 28, 2025. Resumes will be reviewed as received.

Organization Description

Established in 1974, the International Examiner (IE) is the oldest and largest nonprofit, pan-Asian Pacific American publication in the Northwest. Based in the historic and thriving multi-ethnic Chinatown International District (CID) of Seattle, the IE aspires to be a credible catalyst for building an inspiring, connected, well-respected, and socially conscious Asian Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander American (ANHPIA) community. Our mission is to promote critical thinking, dialogue, and action by providing timely, accurate, and culturally sensitive coverage of relevant ANHPIA matters.

Position Summary

The Development Manager will oversee the organization’s fundraising and manage donor relationships across individuals, groups, nonprofits, businesses, and corporations. Key responsibilities include planning and implementing fundraising events, engaging donors to grow and sustain support, and seeking out new opportunities through grants and sponsorships.

Roles and Responsibilities

Fundraising (25%)

• Develop and implement an annual Fund Development Plan with stretch goals to ensure financial stability and growth.
• Cultivate and maintain donor relationships through meetings, newsletters, and events.
• Develop and manage financial support opportunities for readers, community members, and businesses, in collaboration with team members.
• Serve as the primary contact for donations, sponsorships, and fundraising inquiries.
• Ensure timely and accurate recognition of donors, corporations, partners, and volunteers.
• Recommend funding targets to the Editor-in-Chief for board approval.

Event Management (20%)

• Manage and produce the annual Community Voice Awards (CVA) dinner, in collaboration with the Community Voice Awards (CVA) committee and staff.
• Propose and help produce other events as needed.

Grant Writing (15%)

• Research and identify new grant opportunities
• Collaborate with the team to prepare and submit grant proposals

Donor Information Management (10%)

• Set up and manage the CRM (client relationship management) system.
• Organize and maintain accurate donor and funding database records.
• Ensure donors receive annual tax letters.
• Develop tracking tools and monitor monthly progress.

External Relations (10%)

• Network at select community and leadership events.
• Present programs to various community and corporate groups as needed.

Other (20%)

• Work with the Editor-in-Chief and managers on cross-projects and issues.
• Attend regular and ad-hoc meetings.
• Participate in professional development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least two years of experience managing fundraising projects or initiatives
• Experience developing and managing budgets
• College or Master’s degree in a relevant area such as Business, Communications, Ethnic Studies, Journalism, or Sociology. (Two years of college equates to one year of experience.)
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, team building, conflict management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in relevant digital applications and equipment.

Additionally desired:

• At least three years of development background and management experience.
• Familiarity with Seattle’s Chinatown-ID and a commitment to engaging, preserving, and revitalizing the neighborhood and diverse communities in South Seattle and Puget Sound.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The International Examiner is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Position Location

This position allows for a hybrid in-person and work-from-home schedule. We ask that staff members live within commuting distance by the date of hire.

Anticipating Hiring Timeline

Through Feb 28

Applications accepted and reviewed

By Mar 7

First-round candidates contacted

Mar 11-13

Screening interviews (virtual)

Mar 14

Finalists contacted

Mar 24-26

Finalist interviews (in-person)*

• Alternate dates can be accommodated as needed

The position is open until filled, with a targeted start date of no later than April 15.

How to Apply

Submit the following to hiring@iexaminer.org with the subject line – “Development Manager Application, (your name)”

• Cover letter
• Resume
• A relevant writing example of past fundraising work, such as a grant proposal, fundraising plan, or funding strategy document. (Identifying information can be redacted as appropriate.)