Fund Development Manager - Los Angeles, United States - Young Womens Christian Association Of Greater Los Angeles Ca

Young Womens Christian Association Of Greater Los Angeles Ca

Verified Company

Los Angeles, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Position Overview

The Fund Development Manager will be responsible for leading efforts to raise philanthropic funds from corporations, foundations, individuals and through events.

The manager will be a key member of the Development team that will be collectively responsible for growing the department's annual fundraising goal from both existing and new partners.

This position will be accountable for a certain portion of the department's fundraising goal to be determined in agreement with the reporting manager.

Statement of Duties
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Develop and maintain a portfolio of partners:

Manage, engage, and retain a diverse portfolio of funders to help meet fundraising goals
Successfully steward YWCA's donor relationships, managing appropriate frequency of outreach, communication and involvement
Collaborate with the Communications Team to create and implement donor communications and acknowledgement related to cultivation of partners
Recommend new engagement opportunities and implement best practices for future partnerships
Innovate around new fundraising practices that the organization could adopt

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Create and refine fundraising proposals and materials

Gather information to prepare proposals and progress reports
Analyze and synthesize data to tell a compelling story to stakeholders
Partner with Program Department and Grants consultant to coordinated tailored funding proposals and repots for funders

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Develop a pipeline of potential partners

Work closely with CEO to identify, engage and cultivate new prospects, including identifying companies whose funding priorities match YWCA's programs
Research prospects by scanning media sources/trade journals, etc. for potential funders
Map top prospects

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Provide departmental & event support

Manage Development Coordinator and ensure correct management of administrative tasks within the department such as gift logging and donor appreciation
Help support event creation and management
Work with Development team to ensure logistics of events are taken care of such as location decoration, program creation, food and drinks, fundraising tools if applicable, etc.

Salary:
$80,020-$88,000

Location:

Executive Offices
1020 S. Olive St
Los Angeles, CA 9001- Minimum two years of college, Bachelor's degree preferred or

Combination of education and experience totaling 5 years of demonstrated knowledge
Experience in nonprofit fundraising, relationship management or related fields
Grant writing experience a plus
Plan, manage and promote events to the business community
Experience and contacts in Los Angeles county are a plus
Current knowledge of fundraising trends across multiple markets
Strategic thinker with the ability to manage short term and longterm plans and goals, with a record of achieving results
Solid, persuasive communication skills, including written; ability to deliver inspiring and succinct presentations and conduct productive meetings
Demonstrate good judgment, strong emotional intelligence, and an entrepreneurial spirit
Authentic persona who is a natural collaborator
Strong passion for and commitment to YWCA's mission of delivering highimpact service to women
Ability to work evenings and weekends for events
Valid driver's license and auto insurance