Development Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Washington.

📋 Description

• Assist in fundraising initiatives for Start Early Washington.

• Develop and maintain relationships with foundation, corporate, and individual donors at both national and local levels.

• Discover new funding sources.

• Compose grant proposals and reports.

• Oversee reporting to fulfill funder obligations.

• Aid in the launch and management of the Washington Fund individual giving strategy.

• Collaborate with SEWA program and policy staff along with the national Start Early Development team on collective fundraising efforts.

• Identify, research, assess, and engage potential funders.

• Establish and manage a funder pipeline.

• Assist in the development of cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship plans for key prospects.

• Manage the entire lifecycle of foundation and corporate grants, including proposal creation, submission, award processing, reporting, renewals, and finalization.

• Keep track of grant calendars, deadlines, and reporting timelines.

• Engage current and prospective funders through communications, impact updates, meetings, site visits, and involvement opportunities.

• Organize acknowledgments and reports to enhance donor retention.

• Support the Early Childhood Donors & Funders Learning Circle.

• Collect impact stories, data, and outcomes for proposals, reports, presentations, and donor communications.

• Act as the primary liaison to the national Start Early Development team.

• Provide content and insights to the SEWA Communications Manager.

• Maintain records of donors, prospects, and grants in Salesforce and the grants management system.

• Contribute to the annual fundraising strategy and initiatives to diversify funding streams.

• Prepare for donor meetings and assist with project work plans and timelines.

• Support quarterly retreats and team-building activities.

• Carry out other job-related duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• BA/BS degree is required.

• A minimum of five years of experience in proposal writing, funder and foundation relations, grant reporting, and budget development.

• Strong grant writing and editing abilities with a keen attention to detail.

• Capability to articulate complex concepts into clear and engaging messages tailored for diverse audiences.

• Advanced project management expertise to manage multiple large projects and deadlines effectively.

• Exceptional relationship-building and communication abilities with senior internal and external stakeholders.

• Experience collaborating across departments and engaging with external partners.

• Strategic and analytical thinking skills.

• Self-driven and adaptable to ambiguity and change.

• Familiarity with the Washington State philanthropic landscape.

• Knowledge of or a willingness to learn about early childhood, state government programs and systems, and related policy matters.

• Discretion in managing confidential information.

• Strong commitment to promoting diversity, racial equity, and inclusion.

• At least three years of nonprofit fundraising experience, including individual giving.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and fundraising databases; experience with Salesforce is preferred.

• Some familiarity with design software such as Canva.

• Ability to quickly learn new software as required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Plans.

• Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion.

• Holistic Wellness Program.

• Professional Development Program.

• 401k Contribution.

• Paid Volunteer Days.

• 6 months paid parental leave.

• Much more.