Development Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Develop and execute fundraising campaigns and individual giving strategies for SAF.

• Oversee the management of SAF’s eight donor funds and devise engagement strategies.

• Administer estate giving and planned giving initiatives.

• Foster long-term relationships with donors and partners while establishing a prospect pipeline.

• Ensure timely processing of thank-you letters and donation acknowledgments.

• Act as the staff liaison for the Hill Fund scholarship program.

• Assist new partners in comprehending and engaging with SAF programs.

• Connect partners with relevant program leads to formalize partnerships.

• Create sector-specific proposal pitches targeting academic, industry, state and federal government, and nonprofit audiences.

• Lead the development of the SAF engagement guide.

• Participate in the annual national convention and support staff activities.

• Organize the silent auction and raffle for the convention.

• Coordinate VIP and donor recognition events at the convention and throughout the year.

• Perform additional tasks as assigned by the CEO and direct supervisor.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, nonprofit management, philanthropy, communications, sales, or a related field, or equivalent experience in the nonprofit and association sectors.

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in donor management and fundraising within a dynamic, professional setting.

• Willingness to travel 5–10% of the time.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to cultivate, enhance, and sustain positive relationships.

• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

• Capability to work independently, make informed decisions, follow directives, and collaborate effectively within a team.

• Detail-oriented, proactive, and self-motivated with a desire for personal and professional development.

• Outstanding time management skills and the ability to multitask and meet various deadlines.

• Proven ability to take ownership of projects from inception to completion with consistent follow-through.

• Comfortable working remotely with reliable internet access and participating in video calls with staff and partners.

• Experience in association and volunteer management is a plus.

• A passion for and knowledge of forests and natural resources is advantageous.

• Sales experience is considered a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Flexible remote or hybrid work options.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

• Telecommuting opportunities available on an ad hoc basis after 90 days of successful employment.