Development Manager

📋 Description

• Oversee the application lifecycle for both renewal and new opportunities from corporate, foundation, and federal entities, which includes: Identifying potential funders and RFP opportunities.

• Develop collateral materials, concept papers, letters of interest, proposals, and research documents (aiming for approximately 20 submissions annually).

• Facilitate collaboration across departments with NRPA staff and coordinate with partner organizations to define the scope of work and budget for fundraising initiatives.

• Manage internal workflows and ensure the successful submission of proposals.

• Administer data and tracking for NRPA’s institutional Development activities, including monitoring forecasted proposals, reports, and strategic discussions, utilizing NRPA’s AMS/CRM and through fundraising meetings and other engagements.

• Assist in donor stewardship strategies, which encompass NRPA’s supporter newsletter, the Park Patron Digest.

• Represent NRPA at meetings, conferences, and networking events in person.

• Establish and nurture partnerships with like-minded organizations, potential and current donors, as well as other stakeholders.

• Prepare reports for donors and for both internal and external colleagues as needed.

• Cross-promote initiatives internally and collaborate with other NRPA teams.

• Responsible for crafting and distributing regular communications, including:

• Coordinating and writing content for the quarterly NRPA Park Patron Digest.

• Generating and sourcing content for blogs, magazines, and newsletters as necessary.

• Providing regular updates to the NRPA website.

• Deliver superior customer service to grantees, members, donors, partners, and colleagues.

• Assist in developing budgets for project proposals and other financial documentation as required.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a related field is required; a Master's degree and/or industry certification, or a combination of education and experience is preferred.

• A minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a related field; 3-5 years of fundraising-specific experience is preferred; experience in associations and/or Parks & Recreation is a plus.

• Proven knowledge and a strong passion for NRPA priority areas and development.

• Strong alignment with NRPA’s core values.

• Exceptional communication skills (both oral and written) to effectively and courteously engage with individuals at all levels, including partners and donors.

• Proficient research, program management, and time management abilities.

• Interest and readiness to represent NRPA at conferences and meetings.

• Capability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team with minimal supervision, while paying attention to details.

• Strong team-building skills and a commitment to cooperative efforts.

• Ability to think critically, strategically, and creatively when solving problems and implementing programs.

• Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining partnerships with funders and collaborators.

• Maintain quality control of personal work and effectively manage competing priorities.

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and donor management software.

• Willingness to travel up to 25 days per year for local, state-wide, or national conferences, meetings, site visits with grantees, etc.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance options.

• Retirement plan with employer matching contributions.

• Professional development opportunities.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Generous paid time off policy.