Advancement Manager

TEP Advancement Manager

Reports to: Advancement Director

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Education Partnership (TEP) provides school supplies for students and their teachers in low-income schools in Southwestern PA. Our dedicated team of staff and volunteers embody the organization's core values (equity, integrity, resourcefulness, respect, and service) and work in a fast-paced, dynamic, and collaborative office and warehouse space with a clear focus on helping kids in need.

The Advancement Manager, a key member of the Advancement Team, supports the Advancement Director in fundraising, donor engagement, event planning, marketing, and grants management. This role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, and relationship-building skills to drive donor engagement, secure sponsorships, and obtain individual gifts and grants, ensuring TEP meets its annual revenue goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Fundraising & Donor Engagement (50%)

• Evaluate and execute TEP’s donor engagement strategy to strengthen partnerships, increase revenue, and build donor pipelines.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit new gifts and sponsorships ($5K-$100K) from corporate, foundation, and individual donors. 
• Collaborate with the Volunteer and Operations teams to create meaningful volunteer-to-donor conversion strategies.
• Lead solicitation for Adopt-A-School sponsorships, EITC, and grants under $50K.
• Collaborate with the Advancement Team to manage donor stewardship for gifts under $500.
• Oversee donor recognition, impact reports, and relationship-building strategies.
• Oversee accurate donor records and tracking in Salesforce.
• Develop and execute multi-channel fundraising campaigns (direct mail, email, social media, and in-person events).
• Analyze donor reports to prioritize prospects and assess campaign effectiveness.

Grants & Institutional Giving (15%)

• Research and identify new foundation, corporate, and government grant opportunities.
• Manage a grant portfolio of approximately 10-15 corporate and private foundations.
• Write and submit grant proposals and reports ($10K- $100K) to secure at least $250K new annual revenue.
• Track grant deadlines and collaborate with Program and Operation for compliance.

Event Planning & Sponsorships (15%)

• Plan and execute fundraising and donor engagement events.
• Secure and manage event sponsorships, in-kind donations, and community engagement partnerships.

Marketing, Communications & Digital Engagement (10%)

• Lead Marketing & Fundraising Committee meetings, agendas, and strategy discussions.
• Oversee content strategy for donor-facing communications (e-newsletters, Social media campaigns, website updates, marketing materials, and sponsorship packets.
• Align campaign and appeal messaging and timing with fundraising goals.
• Oversee School Supply Drive outreach and community engagement initiatives.
• Assist in designing and maintaining engaging marketing collateral. 

Team Leadership & Cross-Team Collaboration (10%)

• Supervise Advancement Coordinator and Associate, ensuring clear goals and responsibilities.
• Collaborate with the Executive and Advancement Directors to coordinate fundraising strategies, events, and internal donor engagement.
• Represent TEP at programmatic events, community events, networking functions, and conferences.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, or nonprofit development.
• Proven fundraising, campaign management, donor cultivation, and secured gifts experience.
• Proven experience leading fundraising teams and managing staff.
• Strong relationship-building skills (corporate sponsors, foundations, individual donors).
• Skilled in event planning, sponsorships, and campaign execution.
• Excellent written communication skills (grant writing, donor letters, marketing materials).
• Strong analytical skills for donor segmentation, tracking, and reporting.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage competing deadlines.
• Proficient in Salesforce (or other CRMs), Google Suite, and social media platforms.
• Experience managing EITC gifts, corporate partnerships, or major gifts.
• Familiarity with fundraising regulations, donor databases, and grant compliance.
• Mission-driven, adaptable professional for our fast-paced nonprofit environment.
• Ability to lift at least 30 lbs, stand, sit, and bend frequently.
• Occasional evening and weekend commitments for events and donor meetings.
• Valid PA Drivers License required.
• Regional travel for donor visits, meetings, and community engagement is required.
• The following PA clearances, or proof of application of clearances, are required at the beginning of employment and as a condition of continued employment:
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance.
• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: This is a full-time, salaried, exempt position based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Annual salary range of $55K-$62K will commensurate with applicant’s education level, experience and other attributes. Benefits include hybrid-work opportunities, free parking, professional development, advancement opportunities, PTO, 401K and will be discussed and considered as part of the overall compensation package.

Job placement at The Education Partnership will include successful past employer reference checks. All employment practices are in accordance with State of Pennsylvania and the EEOC guidelines and regulations. Storehouse for Teachers d/b/a/ The Education Partnership is a Pennsylvania nonprofit corporation and is subject to the governance of their Board of Directors 501(c)(3). The Education Partnership is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Personnel are chosen on the basis of ability without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.  

• TO APPLY: Email: cover letter and resume to Resumes@theeducationpartnership.org. Please mention how you heard about this position.