Senior Manager, Development

Senior Manager, Development

Senior Manager, Development

Senior Manager, Development

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Published
October 24, 2024
Location
Washington, D.C.
Category
Position type
Experience (minimum)
Not specified
Education (minimum)
Not specified
Travel required?
Occasionally
Base salary (minimum)
$90,000 - 100,000

Description

About InterAction

InterAction is the largest U.S.-based alliance of international non-government organizations (NGOs) and partners. Celebrating our 40th anniversary this year, we mobilize our Members to think and act collectively to serve the world’s poor and vulnerable, with a shared belief that we can make the world a more peaceful, just and prosperous place – together. Using our collective voice and convening power, we seek to shape important policy decisions and actions across a wide range of issues – including foreign assistance, humanitarian relief, development, economic equity, food security, and climate change.

Our Members are premier international global development, humanitarian, and sector-supporting organizations that work in almost every country and manage more than $15.4 billion in programs annually. InterAction’s revenue comes from dues, government, private foundation and corporate grants, and fee-for-service programs. Additional information can be found at www.interaction.org.

Position Description

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), this newly created position is responsible for providing strategic leadership for the design, planning, and implementation of a successful fundraising program. The Senior Manager, Development achieves InterAction’s goals by partnering with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, director of membership, program managers, and Board members, to develop strategies for expanding fundraising opportunities and increase engagement with individual foundation donors.

Position Type

Full-time

This is a full-time position based in Washington D.C. InterAction maintains a hybrid work environment and employees are eligible to telework three days a week and required to work in the office two days a week. There is an expectation that employees will be based in the Washington D.C. region.

Essential Functions

  • In partnership with the senior leadership team, design and execute an effective strategic fundraising program in alignment with InterAction’s 2024-2027 strategic plan.
  • Conduct detailed research to identify donor prospects; assist in developing annual projections and systems for monitoring and reporting progress on fundraising goals.
  • Cultivate ongoing relationships with donors and prospects to ensure an understanding of their philanthropic interests and promote opportunities for engagement aligned with the mission and priorities of InterAction.
  • Implement creative and customized approaches to attract and cultivate individual and foundation donors.
  • Ensure consistent and compelling appeals aligned with the strategic goals in grant funding proposals.
  • Advise and support the President & CEO and senior leadership on identifying and initiating major funding and partnership opportunities.
  • Provide support to Board members to promote opportunities for engagement with potential funders committed to supporting and advancing our strategic goals.
  • Develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders to ensure a comprehensive understanding of InterAction programs and priorities to identify and pursue new funding sources to advance our work.
  • Ensure up-to-date management of prospect database for tracking fundraising activities to ensure seamless coordination of outreach efforts with internal teams and advise finance staff of status of leads in the pipeline.
  • Ensure seamless management of outreach actions, individual and foundation relationships, related activities, and contribution fulfillment.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Minimum five years of direct experience soliciting donors and managing fundraising activities through individual, foundation, and corporate donations.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to engage and build relationships with donors, prospects, and stakeholders.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to craft compelling, influential fundraising communication.
  • Experience managing a portfolio of current and prospective donors and identifying and cultivating new prospects.
  • Experience establishing, monitoring, and meeting short-term and long-term revenue goals.
  • Strong research, analytical, and database skills; experience using data analytics to measure success.
  • Commitment to the mission and values of InterAction.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience with association membership, nonprofit organization, and NGOs
  • Experience with international policy, development, public administration, public policy or business organization.
  • Experience with Salesforce or comparable CRMs
  • Experience with grant writing and proposal development
  • Ability to speak a language other than English highly desirable

Supervisory Responsibilities

The position does not supervise employees.

Compensation

Salary range $90,000 - $115,000 per year, commensurate with skills and experience.

InterAction offers three CareFirst medical insurance plans and an excellent benefits package. Available medical plans include an HMO, Point of Service and PPO option. The HMO plan is 100% employer paid for employees at all coverage levels.

Expected Start Date

ASAP, applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis

Reports to

Chief Operating Officer

Travel

Approximately 20% domestic travel

In addition

InterAction is an equal opportunity employer that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. InterAction does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, and individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws.

There are no extraordinary physical requirements for the performance of the essential functions of this position. InterAction will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

All applicants must be able to provide documentation that they are legally eligible to work in the United States for an extended period.

InterAction does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of InterAction and InterAction will not be obligated to pay a placement fee.

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume. All applications must be submitted through ADP for consideration. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

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