Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Maryland Nonprofits
Job overview
The Development Manager at Maryland Nonprofits leads fundraising strategy and donor engagement to support ShareBaby's mission and growth, impacting children and families in Baltimore.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves designing and implementing multi-year fundraising strategies, managing donor relationships, planning events and campaigns, writing grant proposals, maintaining donor data accuracy, and collaborating with the Executive Director and board to meet revenue goals.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $60,000-$65,000 with potential bonuses; benefits include company-paid Gold Level PPO health and dental insurance, short-term disability, life insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401K, paid vacation and sick leave, and a hybrid work location.
Experience and skills
Requires 5-7+ years in nonprofit fundraising with success in donor engagement, grant writing, meeting revenue targets, proficiency in Salesforce, strong communication skills, and knowledge of Baltimore's philanthropic landscape preferred.
Work environment and culture
The position offers a mission-driven, collaborative environment with flexible scheduling and hybrid work options at the ShareBaby Warehouse and remote.
Company information
Maryland Nonprofits supports ShareBaby, a growing organization focused on addressing material insecurity for Baltimore children and families through fundraising and community engagement.
Team overview
The Development Manager works closely with the Executive Director, board members, staff, and fundraising committees to align strategies and achieve goals.
Job location and travel
Hybrid work location at ShareBaby Warehouse in Baltimore, MD, with remote work options.
Unique job features
The role includes unique opportunities to shape a growing nonprofit's fundraising strategy, engage deeply with Baltimore's philanthropic community, and utilize Salesforce Marketing Cloud for donor management.
Company overview
Maryland Nonprofits is a leading organization dedicated to strengthening the nonprofit sector in Maryland through advocacy, resources, and training. They generate revenue through membership fees, consulting services, and educational programs designed to enhance nonprofit management and governance. Founded in 1992, the organization has played a pivotal role in shaping public policy and providing support to over 1,300 member organizations, ensuring they can effectively serve their communities.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your extensive nonprofit fundraising experience, emphasizing your ability to develop and execute multi-year fundraising strategies across various channels including individual, corporate, foundation, and digital giving to align with Maryland Nonprofits’ mission.
Showcase your skills in donor engagement and stewardship by detailing your experience creating personalized cultivation plans, managing major donor portfolios, and innovating donor communication and event strategies that deepen relationships and increase revenue.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Maryland Nonprofits’ official career page, LinkedIn, and reputable nonprofit job boards to maximize your application’s visibility and ensure it reaches the right hiring managers and recruiters.
Connect on LinkedIn with current employees in Maryland Nonprofits’ development or leadership teams; use ice breakers like asking about recent fundraising campaigns, expressing admiration for their community impact, or inquiring about how the organization adapts its donor strategies in Baltimore’s philanthropic landscape.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'fundraising strategy,' 'donor engagement,' 'grant writing,' 'Salesforce,' and 'Baltimore philanthropic landscape' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings and reaches human eyes.
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